Jahmela Folks
Harrisonburg
Summary
Qualified Phlebotomist with comprehensive background in hemodialysis procedures and patient care. Demonstrated success in maintaining high standards of treatment quality and safety. Proven ability to utilize attention to detail and effective communication skills to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Hemodialysis Technician/Access Manager
Davita Dialysis
11.2023 - 09.2025
- Managed patient vascular access during dialysis, ensuring safety and efficiency
- Monitored patient vitals, documented treatment data, and responded to complications promptly.
- Trained and supported new technicians in safety standards and best practices.
- Collaborate with nurses and nephrologists to deliver optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained compliance with all infection control and facility protocols
- Administered hemodialysis treatments to patients, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and individualized care plans.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and responses during dialysis sessions, adjusting treatments as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Educated patients on dialysis procedures and home care practices, improving their understanding of treatment processes.
Mobile Phlebotomist/Apheresis Technician
American Red cross
04.2021 - 01.2023
- Performed venipunctures and used apheresis machines for blood collection procedures with precision and care.
- Ensure donor safety, comfort and adherence to health regulations.
- Processed and labeled blood components for laboratory testing and transport.
- Assisted with setup, breakdown, and coordination of blood drives
- Collected blood samples in mobile settings, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and procedures.
- Perform health assessments on donors, taking manual blood pressures, checking pulse as well as temperatures and capillaries sticks
Education
Pre-Nursing program - Nursing
Blue Ridge Community College
Weyers Cave, VA01.2026
Phlebotomy Certificate -
Blue Ridge Community College
Weyers Cave, VA07.2020
Skills
- Patient Care & Compassion
- Phlebotomy & Apheresis procedures
- Dialysis & Access Management
- Infection control & Safety compliance
- Medical Documentation & Equipment Handling
- Team Leadership & Training
- Communication & Collaboration
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Vascular Access management
- Venipuncture techniques
- Phlebotomy
Certification
- CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Timeline
Certified Hemodialysis Technician/Access Manager
Davita Dialysis
11.2023 - 09.2025
Mobile Phlebotomist/Apheresis Technician
American Red cross
04.2021 - 01.2023
Pre-Nursing program - Nursing
Blue Ridge Community College
Phlebotomy Certificate -
Blue Ridge Community College