Yulieth Velasco
Shirley,NY
Summary
To obtain a challenging position in which I can utilize and develop my personal and professional qualities and at the same time I am willing to learn new skills.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Northwell Health
Riverhead, NY
2022 - Current
- Collected blood samples following established protocols and safety standards.
- Ensured accurate labeling and handling of specimens for laboratory testing.
- Provided exceptional patient care, easing anxiety during blood draws.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Collaborated with medical staff to streamline patient scheduling and reduce wait times for procedures.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
Selden, NY
01.2021 - Current
- Performing nasal swab specimen collection
- - Performing finger poke antibody testing
- - Sealing and preparing collected samples including matching with appropriate labels
CNA
Suffolk Center For Rehab and Nursing
Patchogue
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Cared for individuals with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, physical disability, those undergoing post-operative recovery and convalescents.
- Took and recorded vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates, and blood sugar
- Monitored patients' intake of oral medications as directed by physician or nurse, and made notation of time and amount given. Cleaned rooms, changed bed linens, and attended to patients' comfort and cleanliness
- Turned bedfast patients to avoid bedsores or gave enemas, douches, massages, alcohol rubs and compresses.
- Prepared and served food or fed patients needing assistance, and recorded food or liquid intake and output.
Education
CNA - undefined
Northshore Career Training Institute
phlebotomy and EKG - undefined
Access Career
BLS/CPR FOR HEALTHCARE - undefined
American Red Cross
Skills
Venipuncture
Order of draw
Patient care
Specimen handling
Sample and specimen collection
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
01.2021 - Current
CNA
Suffolk Center For Rehab and Nursing
01.2018 - 01.2020
CNA - undefined
Northshore Career Training Institute
phlebotomy and EKG - undefined
Access Career
BLS/CPR FOR HEALTHCARE - undefined
American Red Cross
Phlebotomist
Northwell Health
2022 - Current