Stacie Smith
Chicago
Summary
Caring Home Health Aide with demonstrated experience providing quality in-home care to elderly, disabled and chronically ill individuals. Skilled in assisting with needs of diverse clientele. Also I’m a Certified Phlebotomy Technician ready to take skills to the next level.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Addus Home Health Care
Chicago, IL
10.2012 - Current
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
- Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Phlebotomist
Swedish Convenant Hospital
Chicago, IL
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Collected blood samples efficiently, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout procedure.
- Maintained accurate records of specimen collection and processing for quality assurance.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care and streamline workflow processes.
- Trained new staff on phlebotomy techniques and best practices for optimal performance.
- Implemented improvements in sample handling procedures to enhance turnaround times.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, ensuring availability for uninterrupted operations.
- Assisted in developing training materials for ongoing staff education initiatives.
- Led quality control efforts to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and hospital protocols.
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma - Business Administration
Jefferson High School
Chicago, IL11.2012
Skills
- Case Management
- Patient Care
- Compassionate Client Care
- Knowledge of State Regulations
- Community Integration
- Personal Care Assistance
- Care Plan Assessment
- Personal Grooming Care
- Recording Vital Signs
- Bathing and Dressing
- Light Housekeeping
- Assisted Living
- Sanitizing Surfaces
- High Blood Pressure Management
- Home Health and Hospice
- Developing Client Trust
- Medical Reminders
- Safety Behaviors
- Daily Charting
- Venipuncture
- Collecting specimens
- Keep My Work Areas Clean
- Microsoft Word
Certification
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- CPR Certified through American Heart Association
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Swedish Convenant Hospital
05.2023 - 04.2024
Home Health Aide
Addus Home Health Care
10.2012 - Current
High School Diploma - Business Administration
Jefferson High School