Zykeria Gunn
LaGrange,GA
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Phlebotomist Intern at Zykeria Gunn, skilled in venipuncture and patient care. Enhanced patient comfort through empathetic communication and effective blood collection techniques. Demonstrated adaptability and teamwork, ensuring accurate specimen labeling and compliance with HIPAA regulations, while maintaining a sterile environment for optimal safety and results.
Overview
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Work History
Phlebotomist Intern
Zykeria Gunn
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Assisted in patient preparation and education for blood collection procedures.
- Performed venipunctures and capillary collections under supervision, ensuring patient comfort.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of phlebotomy area, adhering to safety protocols.
- Recorded patient information and sample details accurately in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to coordinate efficient blood draw schedules.
- Followed proper disposal methods for biohazardous materials after procedures.
- Observed and learned best practices for specimen handling and processing techniques.
- Improved overall patient experience with compassionate bedside manner and clear communication.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Supported fellow interns through peer mentoring and sharing best practices in phlebotomy procedures.
- Reduced patient anxiety during blood draw procedures with empathetic communication style and gentle technique.
- Enhanced patient comfort by efficiently performing blood draws and specimen collection.
- Ensured accurate labeling of specimens, preventing mix-ups and guaranteeing correct test results.
- Adhered to strict safety protocols and infection control measures, protecting both patients and staff from contamination risks.
- Contributed to team efficiency by maintaining organized work stations and managing supplies inventory.
- Applied knowledge of HIPAA regulations to maintain patient confidentiality throughout the internship experience.
- Implemented time management skills to effectively handle high patient volumes during busy periods.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new equipment and technology used in blood collection processes.
- Maintained sterile work environment for accurate results and patient safety.
- Performed difficult venipunctures on patients with challenging veins, minimizing discomfort and increasing success rate.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
Education
Graduate Certificate -
West Georgia Technical College
La Grange, GA12.2025
High School Diploma -
Lagrange High School
La Grange, GA05.2017
Skills
- Order of draw
- Venipuncture technique
- Blood culture collection
- Adaptable to change
- Specimen handling
- Proper labeling
- Patient comfort
- Blood collection
- Venipuncture
- Patient care
- Sample and specimen collection
- HIPAA compliance
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Patient confidentiality
- Patient support
- Health and safety
- Data entry
- HIPAA
- Medical terminology
- Patient preparation
- Sample labeling
- Communication
- Sanitation and sterilization
- Venipuncture and capillary puncture
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Butterfly venipuncture
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
I’m CPR Certified and I will be a Certified Phlebotomist December 11th.
Timeline
Phlebotomist Intern
Zykeria Gunn
10.2025 - 11.2025
Graduate Certificate -
West Georgia Technical College
High School Diploma -
Lagrange High School