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Tyra Jones

11351 Delphinium Ave, Unit A, Fountain Valley

Summary

Fast-acting and deeply compassionate healthcare professional with over 6 years of hands-on clinical and patient care experience across hospitals, laboratories, and emergency care units. Nationally Certified EMT with a proven track record in performing critical interventions—vital signs, venipuncture, and rapid response support—while ensuring the highest standards of safety, accuracy, and empathy. Adept at navigating high-pressure situations with precision, clear communication, and clinical judgment. Committed to bringing frontline support, efficiency, and patient-focused care to emergency medical teams and urgent care environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Laboratory /Lead Phlebotomy Technician

VA Long Beach Hospital
06.2020 - 07.2023
  • Collected venipuncture specimens across high-acuity units including ER, ICU, and inpatient wards.
  • Supported rapid diagnostics by processing and distributing priority samples within critical timelines.
  • Maintained strict infection control protocols and assisted with urgent test orders during code situations.
  • Provided cross-departmental support across Hematology, Blood Bank, Microbiology, and Special Procedures.s

Nursing Assistant (Cope Health Scholar Program)

St. Joseph Hospital
08.2018 - 12.2019
  • Assisted RNs and clinical staff in patient care tasks including vitals, mobility, and hygiene in ER and inpatient units.
  • Supported telemetry monitoring, wound care prep, and fall-risk patients across Medical-Surgical, MICU, Oncology, and Mother-Baby units.
  • Communicated changes in patient condition promptly to nursing staff — building strong situational awareness.

Medical Assistant

Shawn Hamilton, MD Medical Office
05.2016 - 07.2018
  • Took vitals, prepped patients for exams, assisted with procedures, and supported follow-up care.
  • Coordinated patient flow through scheduling, insurance handling, and EMR documentation.
  • Educated patients on treatment plans, contributing to improved health compliance and satisfaction.

Mobile Testing Specialist & Health Educator

AIDS Services Foundation
01.2016 - 04.2018
  • Delivered mobile HIV testing and education in community and event settings.
  • Maintained accurate logs and ensured confidentiality in field environments.
  • Built trust with underserved populations through culturally competent, respectful outreach.

Education

Emergency Medical Training -

West Coast EMT
Anaheim, CA
06-2025

Medical Laboratory Technology -

U.S. Colleges of Health & Human Services
Anaheim, CA
06-2019

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA
12-2018

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Emergency Medical Response & Triage
  • Vital Signs Monitoring & Patient Assessment
  • Venipuncture & Specimen Collection
  • Wound Care & Infection Control (OSHA/HIPAA Compliant)
  • Patient Transport & Mobility Assistance
  • Rapid Diagnostics & Point-of-Care Testing
  • CPR, AED & BLS Certified (AHA)
  • Crisis Communication & Patient De-escalation
  • Team Collaboration in High-Acuity Settings

Certification

  • Nationally Registered EMT (NREMT) – Registry # E4066569
  • National Phlebotomy Technician 1 (NHA) Cert# A8C3T9H4
  • California Phlebotomy Technician 1 CPT 02026656
  • American Heart Association CPR/AED & BLS

Timeline

Medical Laboratory /Lead Phlebotomy Technician

VA Long Beach Hospital
06.2020 - 07.2023

Nursing Assistant (Cope Health Scholar Program)

St. Joseph Hospital
08.2018 - 12.2019

Medical Assistant

Shawn Hamilton, MD Medical Office
05.2016 - 07.2018

Mobile Testing Specialist & Health Educator

AIDS Services Foundation
01.2016 - 04.2018

Emergency Medical Training -

West Coast EMT

Medical Laboratory Technology -

U.S. Colleges of Health & Human Services

Bachelor of Science - Public Health

University of California, Irvine

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