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Destiny Green

Destiny Green

Durham

Summary

Competent Phlebotomy Technician with almost 2 years of experience working in high-volume, fast-paced hospital setting. Highly knowledgeable in routine blood drawing procedures and using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles. Committed to maintaining highest quality standards when collecting, labeling and processing samples and specimens.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Lab Technician II

Duke University Hospital
Durham
07.2024 - Current
  • Conduct routine laboratory tests to analyze patient samples.
  • Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment for accurate results.
  • Assist in training new staff on laboratory procedures and protocols.
  • Followed infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients.
  • Verify patient information prior to specimen collection.
  • Adhere to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
  • Perform venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
  • Provide excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
  • Maintain fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
  • Assist in the training of new phlebotomists.
  • Ensure compliance with federal regulations governing laboratory procedures.

Intern

Medical Career Readiness
02.2024 - Current

Under the general supervision of the Clinical

Manager:

  • Obtain blood specimen for medical testing.
  • Prepared venipuncture capillary equipment .
  • Stored and transported samples.
  • Demonstrated proficiency by collaborating with patients and healthcare providers.

Manufacturing Process Associate- Aseptic Production

Actalent-Novo Nordisk Pharmaceutical
09.2023 - 02.2024
  • Operating washer and loading glass onto machine to be filled with product.
  • Working in a safe & environmentally responsible manner.
  • Following instructions listed in GMP documentation & product quality.
  • Reviewing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) & other documents.
  • Real time review of electronic batch records ensuring compliance to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) & current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) standards.
  • Managing individual training plan.
  • Participate in qualification & validation activities.
  • Setup, operate, monitor, & control highly automated processes & systems.
  • Execute production schedule to achieve production goals.
  • Utilize investigation skills during troubleshooting & assist during equipment maintenance, including restoration of lost function, predictive & preventative maintenance.
  • Maintain clean room areas & perform environmental monitoring.

Detention Officer

Vance County Detention Center
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Make regular rounds of detention facilities to assure safety and security of inmates.
  • Monitor inmate activity
  • Process incoming inmates, complete necessary intake paperwork, search inmates for contraband, obtain and secure inmates' personal property, assign and escort inmates to proper holding facilities, and advise inmates of Detention Center rules and regulations.
  • Oversee security and activities of inmates; supervise meals and cleaning of facility. Distribute personal property; monitors inmates' medial status and takes actions when illness or injury is suspected.
  • Distribute personal hygiene items, meals, linens, clothing, and other items to inmates; checks on intoxicated and other inmates in special medical or mental conditions.
  • Prepare inmates for court.
  • Supervise inmates in cleaning of cells, office areas, clothes, and linens.
  • Transport inmates to court, other detention facilities, medical and mental health treatment, and other necessary trips, usually locally; accompanies other officers to transport multiple inmates.
  • Maintain logs of activities during shift.
  • As directed, returns personal property to individual; completes forms providing required documentation of release.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Maintain a safe environment for inmates and staff through effective communication and adherence to established protocols.

Specimen Accessioner

Mako Medical-Aerotek
08.2020 - 03.2021
  • Responsible for sample receipt, management, clerical, and specimen preparation for urine toxicology clinical laboratory.
  • Receive, properly sort, handle and accession samples for analysis.
  • Review sample requisitions for acceptable criteria and process appropriately.
  • Ensure all clinical data is accurately entered into laboratory information system.
  • Enter demographic information on patients into laboratory information system.
  • Resolve and document problem samples.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve specimen accessioning issues in preparation for specimen analysis.
  • Maintain work area and all documents in compliance with protocols, SOP's, CLIA and CAP regulations or guidelines.
  • Adhere to all safety and HIPAA regulations.
  • Follow all PPE requirements.
  • Maintain work area in a clean and organized condition.
  • Ensure that facility, equipment, and supplies are maintained and used in a safe manner and administered in accordance with applicable safety, occupational health, and environmental protection guidelines, policies, and regulations.
  • Responsible for reading and keeping up to date with all required SOP's.
  • Responsible for completing all required MediaLab continuing education courses.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Correctional Officer

Warren Correctional Institution
10.2017 - 11.2018
  • Ensure care, custody, and control of offenders.
  • Observing offender activity in person and on closed-circuit monitors.
  • Identify offenders who have behavioral, medical, or other problems so that appropriate safety and security measures may be taken.
  • Perform general security duties to prevent escape, disorder, rule infractions, and harm to offenders, visitors, and staff.
  • Search offenders, visitors, cells and other areas for weapons and contraband.
  • Monitor and regulate offender and staff movement.
  • Maintain and record offender counts, cell assignments, and other pertinent information.
  • Escort offenders within and outside institution.
  • Use and maintain keys and other equipment.
  • Supervise offender work details.

Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant

Maria Parham Health
09.2017 - 01.2018
  • Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
  • Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
  • Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
  • Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
  • Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
  • Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.

Education

No Degree - Phlebotomy Technician

Medical Career Readiness of NC
Henderson, NC
02.2024 - 03.2024

No Degree - Phlebotomy

Vance-Granville Community College
Henderson, NC

High School Diploma -

Bunn High School
Bunn, NC

Skills

  • Patient confidentiality
  • Data Entry
  • Specimen Preparation
  • Infection Control
  • Venipuncture
  • Specimen handling
  • Specimen labeling procedures
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Communication abilities
  • Sample storage
  • Order of draw
  • Blood collection techniques
  • Skin puncture
  • Capillary puncture
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Communication abilities
  • Pallet Jack
  • Filling
  • Clean room gowning
  • Aseptic production
  • Security
  • Observing
  • Reporting

Languages

English

Personal Information

Willing To Relocate: Anywhere

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Clinical Lab Technician II

Duke University Hospital
07.2024 - Current

No Degree - Phlebotomy Technician

Medical Career Readiness of NC
02.2024 - 03.2024

Intern

Medical Career Readiness
02.2024 - Current

Manufacturing Process Associate- Aseptic Production

Actalent-Novo Nordisk Pharmaceutical
09.2023 - 02.2024

Detention Officer

Vance County Detention Center
10.2022 - 06.2023

Specimen Accessioner

Mako Medical-Aerotek
08.2020 - 03.2021

Correctional Officer

Warren Correctional Institution
10.2017 - 11.2018

Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant

Maria Parham Health
09.2017 - 01.2018

No Degree - Phlebotomy

Vance-Granville Community College

High School Diploma -

Bunn High School
Destiny Green