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Shakima Nurse

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Phlebotomist at Quest Diagnostics collecting and processing patient specimens for laboratory analysis.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m seeking a position where I can use and expand my education and hands-on experience, including pulling and documenting information in patients’ charts, answering multiple phone lines, and greeting patients and family members.

At Quest Diagnostics, I perform venipuncture, identify and label specimens, document procedures, and prepare samples for laboratory transport. I focus on providing compassionate care during blood collection.

At HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital, I collect blood specimens and assist with histology work, including quality checks, slide staining, and preparation of cytology specimens. My experience also includes medical assisting at CareSpot Urgent Care and MRI support at SimonMed Imaging.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Phlebotomist

Current

Quest Diagnostics

Jun 2025 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Performed venipuncture and collected blood specimens in a fast-paced clinical setting. Ensured proper patient identification, labeling, and documentation, and processed specimens for laboratory transport.

Venipuncture Specimen Collection Patient Identification Customer Service Laboratory Procedures Documentation

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Histology Technician Assistant

Current

HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital

Apr 2023 - Present (3 years 7 months)

Conducted quality control checks and maintained accurate records of tests. Stained slides to enhance cellular visualization and assisted in preparing cytology specimens, including fine needle aspirations.

Histology Quality Control Slide Staining Cytology Sample Preparation Record keeping

Current

Phlebotomist

Current

HCA Lake Monroe Hospital

Aug 2022 - Present (4 years 3 months)

Performed venipuncture and capillary punctures, ensuring proper patient identification and specimen labeling. Adhered to infection control protocols, managed phlebotomy supplies, and responded to STAT orders.

Venipuncture Capillary Puncture Specimen Collection Infection Control HIPAA Inventory Management Customer Service

Medical Assistant

CareSpot Urgent Care

Mar 2023 - Aug 2025 (2 years 5 months)

Assisted physicians and nurses in patient examinations and procedures. Took vital signs, administered medications, performed basic lab tests, managed medical records, and scheduled appointments.

Patient Care Vital Signs Medication administration Laboratory Testing Electronic Health Records (EHR)Medical Scheduling HIPAA Customer Service

MRI Tech Assistant

SimonMed Imaging

Jan 2024 - Feb 2025 (1 year 1 month)

Assisted with MRI procedures by starting and removing IVs, pushing contrast, and utilizing MRI software. Prepared patients for imaging and communicated with MRI technicians.

MRI IV Insertion Contrast Administration Patient Preparation MRI Software Communication Skills

ER Tech, Telecommunicator Operator

Central Florida Regional Hospital

Sep 2020 - Jul 2024 (3 years 10 months)

Registered ER patients, administered EKGs, collected samples, and assisted with traumas and codes. As PBX operator, answered multi-line phones, transferred calls, and announced emergency alerts.

Patient Registration EKG Specimen Collection Trauma Support PBX Operations Phone Support Emergency Response

Medical Records Clerk II/CNA/Phlebotomist

Florida Department of Corrections

Feb 2022 - Mar 2024 (2 years 1 month)

Managed medical records for inmates, including transfers in and out, providing copies, and enforcing HIPAA regulations. Retrieved medical records as needed.

Medical Records HIPAA EMR Data Entry Phlebotomy CNA