Peggy Grant
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Certified Dialysis Technician experienced working with End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) patients providing quality, compassionate care. Professional educator and trainer on dialysis equipment, procedures, and safety guidelines. Professional Certified Hemodialysis Technician with [Number] years working in high volume dialysis center in busy urban location. Caring and supportive clinician committed to providing quality service to patients and maintaining high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in dialysis environment. Personable recent graduate with extensive hands-on training in venipuncture, vital signs monitoring, and basic patient care. Completed [Number] hours of clinical rotations. Currently pursuing certification in hemodialysis. Detail-oriented [Job Title] well-versed in all elements of hemodialysis and skilled in operating [Type] hemodialysis machines. Highly knowledgeable of infection control measures, aseptic techniques and bloodborne pathogens standards. Disciplined [Job Title] with more than [Number] years of experience delivering outstanding care to patients and operating various types of dialysis equipment. Empathetic medical staff aware of patient physical and emotional needs throughout dialysis process. Relevant technician with evolving awareness of cutting-edge advancements in care and treatment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
Davila Dialysis
San Antonio , Texas
05.2014 - 09.2018
- Cleaned and disinfected hemodialysis machines, chairs, trays, room and equipment.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Safely transported, transferred, and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Recorded patient's pre-dialysis weight, vitals and any new medical conditions.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Provided in-patient care for [Number] dialysis patients simultaneously focusing on providing clean, safe and comfortable treatment environment.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts, and catheters to prevent infection. Yea
- Recorded client data on hemodialysis flow chart.
- Monitored each patient closely during treatment to check for any adverse reactions or change in condition and reported emergencies to attending nurses.
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
University Health System
San Antonio , Texas
04.2012 - 04.2014
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Cleaned and disinfected hemodialysis machines, chairs, trays, room and equipment.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts, and catheters to prevent infection.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Conducted equipment and safety checks on hemodialysis equipment and supplies.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Administered Heparin, oxygen, anesthetic, and saline as prescribed.
- Monitored each patient closely during treatment to check for any adverse reactions or change in condition and reported emergencies to attending nurses.
- Recorded patient's pre-dialysis weight, vitals and any new medical conditions.
- Safely transported, transferred, and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Recorded client data on hemodialysis flow chart.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Provided in-patient care for [Number] dialysis patients simultaneously focusing on providing clean, safe and comfortable treatment environment.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
Fresinius Kidney Care
San Antonio , Texas
03.2009 - 03.2012
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Cleaned and disinfected hemodialysis machines, chairs, trays, room and equipment.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts, and catheters to prevent infection.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
Scott And White Hospital
Temple , Texas
02.2005 - 02.2009
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Cleaned and disinfected hemodialysis machines, chairs, trays, room and equipment.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts, and catheters to prevent infection.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Conducted equipment and safety checks on hemodialysis equipment and supplies.
CNA
St. Luke’s Baptist Hospital
San Antonio , TX
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Cna
Wilford Hall Medical Center
San Antonio , Texas
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Munich High
Munich Germany06.1985
Skills
- Dialysis treatment
- Direct Patient Care
- Equipment Maintenance
- Measuring vital signs
- Records management
- Phlebotomy
- Patient education
- Infection control standards
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Patient-focused therapy
- Advanced nephrology proficiency
- Diagnostic troubleshooting
Languages
German
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
Davila Dialysis
05.2014 - 09.2018
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
University Health System
04.2012 - 04.2014
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
Fresinius Kidney Care
03.2009 - 03.2012
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
Scott And White Hospital
02.2005 - 02.2009
CNA
St. Luke’s Baptist Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2005
Cna
Wilford Hall Medical Center
01.2002 - 01.2004
High School Diploma -
Munich High