Amanda Coleman
Summary
Proactive Certified Hemodialysis Technician with extensive experience in water quality testing, patient assessments, and dialysis treatments. Skilled in training new technicians, managing dialysis equipment, and performing accurate blood sample collections. Bringing a strong commitment to patient care and safety in all aspects of dialysis and phlebotomy procedures.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
PCT, CCHT Certified
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
03.2022 - Current
- Performed accurate water quality testing, ensuring optimal conditions for safe and effective dialysis treatments.
- Assisted with dialysis technician orientation and training to promote high standard of patient care.
- Provided comprehensive pre-and post-treatment assessments, identifying any potential complications and addressing them promptly.
- Improved patient care by providing timely and accurate hemodialysis treatments.
- Assessed patients'' physical and emotional well-being before and after treatments, adjusting care plans accordingly for optimal outcomes.
- Completed dialysis machine and equipment setup prior to patient treatment and performed safety tests to verify readiness.
- Responded to dialysis-related emergency situations under nurse supervision.
- Obtained patient's blood samples via access site or dialysis lines.
- Performed dialysis access site cannulation and initiated dialysis treatment.
- Reinforced patient and caregiver education to enhance understanding of disease and prescribed treatment protocols.
- Monitored patient's vital signs and adjusted dialysis treatment parameters.
- Delivered required oxygen by mask or cannula.
- Disinfected dialysis station, equipment and chairs after completion of each patient treatment.
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
04.2017 - 03.2020
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
Phlebotomist
Southside Regional Medical Center
10.2013 - 02.2016
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Streamlined inventory management process for phlebotomy supplies, preventing shortages and overstock situations.
- Trained new phlebotomists in proper blood collection techniques and safety protocols, elevating overall quality of care.
Education
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Continuing Education
Petersburg Va05-2013
High School Diploma -
Hopewell High
Hopewell, VA06-2008
Skills
- Hemodialysis Procedures
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Vascular Access Care
- Maintaining Sterility
- Dialysis treatment
- Patient Care
- Blood sample collection
- Team Collaboration
- Documentation accuracy
- Biohazardous waste disposal
Timeline
PCT, CCHT Certified
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
03.2022 - Current
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
04.2017 - 03.2020
Phlebotomist
Southside Regional Medical Center
10.2013 - 02.2016
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Continuing Education
High School Diploma -
Hopewell High