Guienever Hayden
Stafford
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive hands-on experience in morgue, mortuary, and laboratory environments. Expertise includes respectful handling of human remains, meticulous autopsy room preparation, and comprehensive specimen labeling and transfer, along with strong sanitation and biohazard control practices. A solid foundation in forensics, anatomy, and medical terminology facilitates collaboration with clinical, research, funeral home, and vendor personnel while ensuring adherence to strict chain-of-custody documentation and inventory tracking protocols. Flexible availability for non-standard hours, long shifts, weekends, and holidays demonstrates a commitment to meeting the demands of this critical field.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Funeral Associate
Fairfax Memorial Funeral Home
Fairfax, VA
09.2024 - Current
- Assist with funeral service logistics, including setting up the funeral space, arranging flowers, and preparing audio-visual equipment
- Facilitate transportation for deceased individuals and support body preparation as directed by funeral directors.
- Execute, coordinate and release human remains while upholding exact chain of custody documentation and strict adherence to respectful handling guidelines.
- Uphold confidentiality and dignity while managing sensitive decedent donor family and participant information.
- Facilitate body preparation, positioning, cleaning, clothing, and property documentation and post-procedure restoration or release preparation.
- Adhere to biosafety infection-control and decontamination protocols when managing potentially infectious materials.
Graduate Research Assistant
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Facilitate research projects within forensic science program, enhancing innovative methodologies and practices.
- Contribute as a teaching assistant for FRSC 101: Introduction to Forensic Science by mentoring students through course content, assessing assignments, and leading discussions.
- Function as liaison for on-campus forensic science research facility, facilitating coordination with potential donors while overseeing communication about body donation procedures.
- Protected participant confidentiality by accurately following research protocols and handling sensitive health data. Maintained timely and legible records to support essential research documentation. Demonstrated professionalism and empathy when engaging with participants, donors, and families. Coordinated effectively between independent duties and teamwork within pathology laboratory and clinical settings.
- Tracked, labeled, and stored biological specimens following strict documentation protocols. Supported collection and processing of blood, tissue, and other biological materials to maintain integrity.
- Conducted inventory checks for supplies, including specimen containers and PPE, ensuring timely restocking. Adhered to biosafety and infection-control procedures when handling potentially infectious materials. Entered and reviewed data in spreadsheets and databases, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Created reports and visual summaries using Word, Excel, Access, or PowerPoint to facilitate data presentation.
Camp Counselor
Club SciKidz
Charlotte, NC
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Coordinated daily science-based camp activities for campers
- Facilitated daily lesson readiness by conducting comprehensive training inventory and preparation ahead of activities
- Designed and launched interactive science experiments encouraging exploration and understanding among participants.
- Directed daily activities to maintain safety and encourage engagement for campers.
- Guided junior counselors, elevating team performance and camper experience through targeted training
- Engaged with parents to resolve issues, promoting enjoyable camp experience for children and families.
- Engaged with children of different ages, interests, abilities, and developmental stages.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while acting as positive role model and representing camp's core values.
- Established strong partnerships with co-counselors, ensuring effective collaboration in high-pressure scenarios.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between activities by expertly managing time and resources throughout each day.
Ticket Operations
Baylor University
Waco, TX
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Coordinated oversight of box office ticket sales and game-day ticket sales.
- Developed and implemented ticket sales strategies to maximize attendance and revenue for all sporting events
- Streamlined ticket operations for improved accessibility and convenience for guests.
- Trained new staff members on company policies and best practices within the ticket operations department, ensuring consistent quality of service delivery.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Education
Master of Forensic Science -
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology; Forensic Science
Baylor University
Waco, TX05-2023
Associates of Science - undefined
Mitchell Community
Statesville, NC05-2019
Skills
- Key Skills: Efficient written and verbal communication, attention to detail, research skills, and understanding of human diversity
- Technical Skills: FIJI, PAST4, FORDISC, Microsoft 360, FARO
Affiliations
- Baylor Forensics Society
Learned how to fingerprint, analyze blood stains, collect evidence, and take impressions such as tire treads and shoe/footprints
- Baylor Medical Student Association
Diligently contributed to the learning of critical medical skills such as suturing, reading X-ray charts, and handling of ethical issues
Timeline
Funeral Associate
Fairfax Memorial Funeral Home
09.2024 - Current
Graduate Research Assistant
George Mason University
01.2024 - 05.2025
Camp Counselor
Club SciKidz
05.2022 - 08.2023
Ticket Operations
Baylor University
08.2019 - 05.2023
Associates of Science - undefined
Mitchell Community
Master of Forensic Science -
George Mason University
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology; Forensic Science
Baylor University