Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
CNA

Ava Nelson

Asbury Gardens
Lisle
1
Certification
3
years of professional experience

Dedicated healthcare professional ready for a phlebotomy role, with a strong foundation in patient care and specimen collection. Proven track record in performing blood draws while upholding the highest standards of hygiene and patient safety. Recognized for exceptional teamwork and adaptability to evolving clinical needs, consistently delivering positive outcomes and ensuring patient satisfaction. Approximately one year of experience in fast-paced environments, including memory care, with strong skills in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. Maintains a flexible schedule for any shift or overtime requirements.

Work History

CNA

1 Year
Asbury Gardens | 11.2025 - Current
  • Provided compassionate care to patients, assisting with daily activities and personal hygiene.
  • Reported issues to nurse
  • Helped facility with cleaning tasks
  • Asked other coworkers who are working alone if they needed help
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.

Phlebotomist

Phlebotomy Training Specialists | Phlebotomy Certification | 10.2026 - 10.2026
  • Collected blood specimens using proper venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques.
  • Verified patient identity and prepared collection materials before specimen draw.
  • Maintained sterile workspaces and followed infection control and safety protocols.
  • Labeled specimens accurately and completed documentation for laboratory processing.
  • Monitored patient comfort and responded calmly to difficult draws.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.

Customer Service Representative & Delivery Driver

1 Year 10 Months
Domino's Pizza | 01.2024 - 11.2025
  • Open the store, prep food to be used to make pizzas.
  • Make all food items efficiently and correctly
  • Take food out of oven and box it
  • Speak with customers and hand them food while maintaining good rapport
  • Deliver pizza's to customers
  • Speak with angry customers and problem solve
  • Count inventory
  • Deep clean store; mopping, sweep etc

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant - Basic Life Support/ CPR

Envana Healthcare Training Center | 10.2025

High School Diploma

Neuqua Valley Highschool | 01.2025

CPT - Phlebotomy

Phlebotomy Training Specialists | Naperville, IL | 10.2026

Skills

Patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Venipuncture
Order of draw
Butterfly needle technique
HIPAA compliance

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • BLS- Basic Life Support/ CPR
  • PT - Phlebotomy Technician

Timeline

Phlebotomist

Phlebotomy Training Specialists | Phlebotomy Certification
10.2026 - 10.2026Read More

CNA

Asbury Gardens
11.2025 - CurrentRead More

Customer Service Representative & Delivery Driver

Domino's Pizza
01.2024 - 11.2025Read More

Neuqua Valley Highschool

High School Diploma
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Envana Healthcare Training Center

Certified Nursing Assistant from Basic Life Support/ CPR
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Phlebotomy Training Specialists

CPT from Phlebotomy
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Ava Nelson