Kaya Boyd
Peoria
Summary
Professional healthcare worker with robust experience in drawing blood and handling specimens. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring efficient and reliable service. Skilled in venipuncture, patient care, and maintaining sterile environments, with focus on achieving results and high standards. Dependable and prepared to contribute to patient care and diagnostic accuracy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
Illinois Cancer Care
07.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- 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.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
Inbound Warehouse Associate
Caterpillar
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Streamlined inbound processes by accurately receiving, sorting, and storing incoming shipments.
- Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by organizing and maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
- Facilitated efficient movement of materials throughout the facility using various equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
Phlebotomist
American Red Cross
05.2017 - 05.2022
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- 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.
- 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.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Conducted quality control checks on equipment, ensuring proper functioning and consistent results.
- Assessed patients'' conditions prior to phlebotomy procedures, identifying potential complications or contraindications before proceeding safely with the procedure.
- Developed strong relationships with patients by fostering trust during the blood collection process.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
Direct Support Professional
Epic
09.2014 - 04.2017
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
Direct Support Professional
CWTC
04.2014 - 09.2014
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Education
No Degree -
Heartland Community College
Normal, IL05-2016
High School Diploma -
Peoria High School
Peoria, IL06-2011
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Patient care
- Specimen handling
- HIPAA compliance
- Butterfly needle technique
- Sample and specimen collection
- Blood collection techniques
- Patient confidentiality
- Venipuncture expertise
- Quality control
- Paperwork processing
- Recording data
- Personal protective equipment usage
- Medical terminology
- Patient assessment
- Communication
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Task prioritization
Accomplishments
Alpha Kappa Alpha " Little Miss Pink and Green"
Scrapbook recipient
Community Service recipient
Certified Phlebotomist
Zeta Amicae of Peoria Auxiliary
Certification
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Illinois Cancer Care
07.2022 - Current
Inbound Warehouse Associate
Caterpillar
05.2022 - 07.2022
Phlebotomist
American Red Cross
05.2017 - 05.2022
Direct Support Professional
Epic
09.2014 - 04.2017
Direct Support Professional
CWTC
04.2014 - 09.2014
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
No Degree -
Heartland Community College
High School Diploma -
Peoria High School
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