Nadine Talks

Community-based Healthcare Assistant and qualified Phlebotomist

Talent

LondonMember since May 22, 2026

Community-Based Patient CareAdult VenepunctureUrine Collection & Drug TestingDNA Sample CollectionInfection Prevention & ControlClinical Documentation & Record KeepingSpecimen Labelling & Secure PackagingIdentity Verification & ConsentLone WorkingRoute Planning & Caseload ManagementConfidentiality & Data Protection

Hire this person

Send a job offer directly to this candidate

Community-Based Patient CareAdult VenepunctureUrine Collection & Drug TestingDNA Sample CollectionInfection Prevention & Control

About

Community-based Healthcare Assistant and qualified Phlebotomist with experience delivering patient care in home and workplace settings. Skilled in venepuncture, urine testing, DNA collection, specimen handling, and regulated documentation. Confident working independently across multiple locations while maintaining high standards of patient safety, dignity, and confidentiality.

Experienced in managing caseloads, scheduling visits, and ensuring timely laboratory delivery of specimens. Calm, professional, and reliable in community environments requiring autonomy and sound judgement.

Experience

Self-Employed Sample Collection Specialist (Community-Based) at Crystal Health (2023 – Present)

Provide community and workplace-based diagnostic services. Work requires autonomy, accuracy, and strict adherence to clinical and safeguarding standards.

Conduct urine drug and alcohol testing and DNA collections
Perform venepuncture when required
Verify patient identity and obtain informed consent
Maintain legally defensible chain-of-custody documentation
Ensure safe packaging and transfer of specimens to laboratories
Deliver services independently across multiple locations
Manage professional communication with clients and service users

Field-Based Phlebotomist / Healthcare Assistant at Ashfield Healthcare (2019 – 2021)

Delivered patient-focused care within community settings.

Performed venepuncture and urine collection in patients' homes
Managed daily visit schedules aligned with treatment plans
Maintained accurate patient records and documentation
Ensured timely delivery of specimens to hospital laboratories
Provided aftercare advice and reassurance
Worked in line with national healthcare guidance and governance requirements

Cord Blood Phlebotomist (Self-Employed) at Parsmedix Ltd (2018 – 2019)

Collected cord blood and maternal samples post-delivery
Provided patient guidance throughout late pregnancy
Ensured safe handling and transportation of biological samples
Liaised with clinical teams and produced detailed reports

IT Support Technician (Part-Time) at MI Computsolutions (2024 – Present)

Provide first and second-line IT support three days per week. Role demonstrates reliability, safeguarding awareness, and experience working within regulated environments.