Nicholas Aganah
Lawrenceville
Summary
As an enthusiastic healthcare professional and a Certified phlebotomist with internship experience in a medical setting and a background in Medical Technology, I am eager to contribute towards patient care and lab procedures. My strong interpersonal skills, detail-oriented nature, and adaptability sets me apart, ready to make a substantial difference in the phlebotomy field.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
Biolife Plasma Services
Norcross
06.2025 - Current
- Collected blood samples from donors following safety protocols and procedures.
- Prepared and labeled specimens for laboratory analysis and testing.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to ensure compliance.
Private Home Health Aid
Private Home Health Care Provider
Atlanta
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Compassionate caregiving
- Vital signs monitoring
- First aid and safety
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Computer skills
- Critical thinking
- Microsoft office
- Patient care
- Specimen handling
- Sample and specimen collection
- Data entry
- Recording data
- Patient support
- Health and safety
- Emergency response training
- Sample collection
- Sanitation and sterilization
- Specimen collection and storage
- Proper labeling
- Monitored changes in condition or behavior that could indicate a need for further medical attention.
- Developed creative solutions to challenging behaviors exhibited by clients.
- Conducted regular assessments of client needs and updated care plans accordingly.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations related to private duty home health care services.
- Recorded vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate accurately.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, such as bathing and dressing, while maintaining respect for patient privacy and dignity.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information.
- Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding.
- Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines.
- Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tarkwa government hospital
Tarkwa
12.2020 - 10.2023
- Observed changes in patient status and response and immediately communicated concerns to nursing staff.
- Monitored vital signs of assigned patients according to established standards.
Navigation Officer
Benhard schulte ship management
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Reported any hazards or potential dangers encountered during voyages to the captain immediately upon discovery.
- Coordinated passage plans with other vessels in the vicinity to ensure safe navigation of the vessel.
- Determined the appropriate course and speed for ships based on weather conditions, traffic patterns, and safety considerations.
- Operated radio communication systems used for transmitting navigational warnings or requesting assistance at sea.
Customer Service Team Leader
Voda Phone Ghana
Accra
06.2016 - 02.2020
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills to quickly identify root causes of customer complaints and develop appropriate solutions.
- Assisted with the development of training materials for new hires as well as refresher courses for existing employees.
- Actively participated in weekly team meetings, facilitating conversations among colleagues regarding challenges faced by the department.
- Reviewed records for accuracy of information and compliance with established procedures.
- Designed and conducted workshops to drive employee development and engagement.
Education
Certification in Health Science - Phlebotomy
GOOD NURSING AND MEDICAL TRAINING
NorcrossCertification in Basic Life support -
GOOD NURSING AND MEDICAL TRAINING
Atlanta, GADiploma in Higher National Diploma - Nautical Science
Regional Maritime University
Accra, GhanaSkills
- Compassionate caregiving
- Vital signs monitoring
- First aid and safety
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Computer skills
- Critical thinking
- Microsoft office
- Patient care
- Specimen handling
- Sample and specimen collection
- Data entry
- Recording data
- Patient support
- Health and safety
- Emergency response training
- Sample collection
- Sanitation and sterilization
- Specimen collection and storage
- Proper labeling
Certification
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Biolife Plasma Services
06.2025 - Current
Private Home Health Aid
Private Home Health Care Provider
02.2024 - 03.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tarkwa government hospital
12.2020 - 10.2023
Navigation Officer
Benhard schulte ship management
09.2020 - 09.2021
Customer Service Team Leader
Voda Phone Ghana
06.2016 - 02.2020
Certification in Health Science - Phlebotomy
GOOD NURSING AND MEDICAL TRAINING
Certification in Basic Life support -
GOOD NURSING AND MEDICAL TRAINING
Diploma in Higher National Diploma - Nautical Science
Regional Maritime University