Sarah Foster
Springfield,MO
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable professional with a strong background in patient care and vascular access management. Known for exceptional patience, attention to detail, and commitment to infection control standards, ready to contribute to patient safety and quality care.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Detention Officer
Greene County Sheriff's Office
Springfield, MO
05.2024 - Current
- Oversaw safety measures and ensured security and order within county detention center to protect staff and inmates.
- Exercised sound judgment in high-pressure environments to de-escalate tense situations while maintaining professionalism.
- Supervised inmate populations, and responded effectively to emergencies.
Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
Springfield, MO
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Set up, operated, calibrated, and maintained kidney dialysis machines
- Prepared patient's vascular accesses for dialysis treatment, administered local anesthesia and heparin in accordance to treatment prescriptions.
- Cannulated fistulas and arteriovenous grafts using aseptic technique.
- Monitored patients throughout the dialysis process, notifying RNs of any changes in vital signs or dialysis accesses.
- Recorded dialysis treatment information and vital signs.
- Obtained patient's blood samples via access site or dialysis lines.
- Disinfected dialysis station, equipment, and chairs after completion of each patient treatment.
- Followed prescribed infection control protocols and wore personal protective equipment to minimize contamination risk.
Preloader
UPS
Springfield, MO
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Operated conveyor systems to efficiently load packages onto delivery trucks.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed during package handling and loading processes.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve loading efficiency.
- Conducted quality checks on packages before loading to ensure accuracy and damage prevention.
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
Springfield, MO
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Administered patient treatments and monitored vital signs to ensure safety and comfort during dialysis sessions.
- Operated dialysis machinery, performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting equipment issues as needed.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans based on patient needs and treatment responses.
- Minimized complications related to vascular access sites by performing proper cannulation techniques using both needles and catheters according to established protocols.
Donor Specialist
Community Blood Center of the Ozarks
Springfield, MO
2020 - 2021
- Assisted in donor registration and eligibility screening to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Prepared blood collection equipment including needles, tubing, and collection bags.
- Cleansed venipuncture sites using aseptic technique before performing phlebotomy.
- Monitored donors for signs of adverse reaction to ensure donor and product safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fort Scott High Scholl
Fort Scott, KSSkills
- Venipunctures
- Collecting blood samples
- Adaptability and ability to work under pressure
- Patience and tolerance
- Records maintenance
- Infection control standards
- Vascular Access management
Timeline
Detention Officer
Greene County Sheriff's Office
05.2024 - Current
Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
03.2023 - 05.2024
Preloader
UPS
10.2022 - 03.2023
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
08.2021 - 05.2022
Donor Specialist
Community Blood Center of the Ozarks
2020 - 2021
High School Diploma -
Fort Scott High Scholl