Kasandra Kickery
Tempus
Dalton
15
years of professional experience
Adaptable healthcare professional with experience in home care, CNA support, and phlebotomy. Strong background in patient assistance, infection control, and specimen handling. Committed to safe, dignified care and reliable support for patients and care teams.
Work History
Personal Home Care Aide
1 Year- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and other daily personal care needs.
- Supported safe mobility, transfers, and repositioning to prevent falls and discomfort.
- Reminded clients to take medications and follow prescribed care routines.
- Prepared meals and snacks following dietary instructions and household preferences.
- Maintained clean, organized living spaces through light housekeeping and laundry tasks.
- Built supportive client relationships through attentive companionship and respectful communication.
Phlebotomy Intern
- Collected blood samples using venipuncture techniques while following clinical safety protocols.
- Verified patient identity and labeled specimens accurately to prevent documentation errors.
- Monitored specimen handling procedures to ensure proper transport and processing.
- Prepared phlebotomy equipment and maintained sterile workstations for safe specimen collection.
- Organized collection supplies and restocked materials to support efficient daily operations.
- Documented specimen details and patient information with accuracy and confidentiality.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
- Improved accuracy in identifying veins through extensive practice of palpation techniques on various skin types and ages.
- Maintained strict confidentiality regarding patient information according to HIPAA regulations while processing paperwork related to test orders or results documentation.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and for both adult and pediatric patients.
Home Health Aide
5 Years 8 Months- Monitored vital signs, observed condition changes, and reported concerns promptly to nursing staff.
- Supported meal preparation, feeding assistance, and hydration reminders according to care plans.
- Documented daily care activities, intake, and resident observations accurately for continuity of care.
- Maintained safe, sanitary living spaces through light housekeeping, laundry, and infection-control practices.
- Encouraged medication adherence by providing timely reminders and reinforcing prescribed routines.
- Mentored new aides on assisted living procedures, resident privacy, and compassionate bedside support.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
Certified Nursing Assistant
8 Months- Assisted residents with bathing, grooming, dressing, and mobility support while preserving dignity and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and reported condition changes promptly to nursing staff.
- Supported medication reminders, meal assistance, and hydration monitoring according to care plans.
- Documented care activities accurately in resident records and shift reports.
- Prepared meals according to food safety standards, while keeping patient dietary guidelines in mind.
Certified Nursing Assistant
8 Years- Repositioned residents safely to help prevent pressure injuries and maintain skin integrity.
- Communicated resident needs clearly with nurses, families, and interdisciplinary care teams.
- Maintained clean, organized living spaces and followed infection control procedures consistently.
- Guided new staff on safe transfer techniques, resident interaction, and daily care routines.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcer development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Supported medication reminders, meal assistance, and hydration monitoring according to care plans.
Education
Certified Phlebotomist Technician - Phlebotomy
Skills
Compassionate care
Bathing support
Housekeeping duties
Compassionate caregiving
Patient care
Patient assistance
Vital signs monitoring
Fall prevention
Personal hygiene assistance
Fall prevention strategies
Patient support
Social interaction
Emotional support
Timeline
Phlebotomy Intern
Berkshire Community College
05.2026 - 05.2026Read More
Personal Home Care Aide
Tempus
11.2025 - CurrentRead More
Home Health Aide
Side by Side Assisted Living
05.2020 - 01.2026Read More
Certified Nursing Assistant
Rosewood Assisted Living
09.2019 - 05.2020Read More
Certified Nursing Assistant
Berkshire Place
06.2011 - 06.2019Read More
Berkshire Community College
Certified Phlebotomist Technician from Phlebotomy
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