Vanessa Jones
Colorado Springs
Summary
Dedicated home care provider with expertise in patient care, effective communication, and HIPAA compliance. Committed to enhancing client well-being through compassionate support and collaboration with healthcare professionals. Detail-oriented phlebotomist with proven skills in venipuncture and adherence to HIPAA guidelines. Committed to maintaining patient comfort and safety while delivering high-quality care. Eager to contribute to a healthcare team focused on patient support and well-being. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth. Recent graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly. Detail-oriented phlebotomist with a proven ability to perform venipuncture and capillary draws. Known for excellent problem-solving skills and adherence to safety protocols, ensuring patient comfort and compliance with HIPAA standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2020
2020
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Home Care Provider
Beacon Home Care
Aurora
10.2019 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand their preferences.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions of clients.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments and social outings.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care plans.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks including vacuuming, dusting, laundry, and meal preparation.
- Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Ran errands for clients and drove to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
Phlebotomist 1
Phlebotomy Training Specialists | Phlebotomy Certification
Colorado Springs
10.2025 - 10.2025
- Performed venipuncture and capillary draws on patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records and lab requisitions for testing procedures.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control standards.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
- Educated patients on proper blood draw techniques.
- Maintained patient comfort and safety throughout the phlebotomy process.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions and provided immediate care as needed.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using a variety of collection techniques and equipment.
- Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Ensured the cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment and work area.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
- Utilized aseptic techniques to prevent infection and cross-contamination during blood collection.
- Used heel and finger stick methods to obtain blood from capillaries.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Collected blood samples from patients following established safety protocols.
- Prepared and maintained sterile equipment for blood draws and tests.
- Assisted patients in understanding the phlebotomy process and addressing concerns.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- efficient in Butterfly needles(winged infusion)
Education
Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy Technician
Phlebotomy Training Specialists
10.2025 - 10.2025
Widefield High School
Colorado Springs, COSkills
- Phlebotomist 1 certified
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Effective communication
- Blood culture collection
- Order of draw
- Sample storage
- Sample labeling
- Sample and specimen collection
- Venipuncture and capillary puncture
- Venipuncture expertise
- HIPAA compliance
- Emergency response training
- Butterfly needle technique
- Specimen handling
- Blood collection techniques
- Skin puncture techniques
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Trained in CPR
- CPR and BLS certification
Certification
phlebotomy technician certification
Timeline
Phlebotomist 1
Phlebotomy Training Specialists | Phlebotomy Certification
10.2025 - 10.2025
Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy Technician
Phlebotomy Training Specialists
10.2025 - 10.2025
Home Care Provider
Beacon Home Care
10.2019 - Current
Widefield High School