ANDREA KEE
Gallup,NM
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience in patient care, specializing in dialysis treatment and strict adherence to healthcare regulations. Proficient in infection control, equipment maintenance, and patient education, consistently prioritizing patient safety and comfort. Eager to apply a comprehensive skill set and in-depth knowledge as a Registered Nurse, committed to delivering exceptional, high-quality care to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Registered Nurse
US Renal Dialysis
Gallup, NM
09.2025 - Current
- Monitored and administered dialysis procedures, aligning with established protocols and personalized care strategies for each patient.
- Conducted continuous assessment of vital signs and patient reactions throughout procedures to ensure optimal safety and comfort.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support for patients during their dialysis journey.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic kidney disease, helping them navigate complex medical information while maintaining hope for improved health outcomes.
- Increased patient safety by adhering to strict infection control protocols throughout the entire dialysis process.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing attentive and compassionate care during dialysis treatments.
- Educated patients and their families on kidney disease management, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health care.
- Established strong rapport with patients through active listening skills, empathy, and genuine concern for their wellbeing during treatment sessions.
- Educated patients and families on dialysis processes, dietary restrictions, and home care management.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
USRC
Gallup, NM
01.2021 - 08.2025
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members including nurses, physicians, dietitians, pharmacists, social workers.
- Provided excellent customer service and support to patients, families, and healthcare staff.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments provided including notes on patient responses and progress.
- Developed strong relationships with patients by providing emotional support throughout their treatment process.
- Assisted with dialysis treatments by preparing equipment, setting up machines, and monitoring vital signs during procedure.
- Trained new employees on proper use of dialysis equipment, safety protocols, and patient care standards.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as blood glucose monitoring.
- Maintained a clean work environment while adhering to infection control protocols.
- Primed dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions to prepare machine for use.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to troubleshoot any issues that arose during dialysis treatments.
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
USRC Dialysis
Tse Bonito, NM
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Encouraged adherence to prescribed regimens through verbal reinforcement and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments provided including notes on patient responses and progress.
- Assisted with dialysis treatments by preparing equipment, setting up machines, and monitoring vital signs during procedure.
- Demonstrated ability to accurately document patient information in the Electronic Medical Record system.
- Maintained a clean work environment while adhering to infection control protocols.
- Developed strong relationships with patients by providing emotional support throughout their treatment process.
- Evaluated patient progress towards established goals related to physical health status or psychosocial functioning.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members including nurses, social workers, dietitians and biomedical technicians.
- Provided excellent customer service and support to patients, families, and healthcare staff.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as blood glucose monitoring.
- Recognized potential medical emergencies quickly and responded appropriately per facility protocol.
- Calibrated and troubleshot dialysis machines.
- Primed dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions to prepare machine for use.
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
USRC Dialysis
Zuni, NM
02.2012 - 01.2020
- Recognized potential medical emergencies quickly and responded appropriately per facility protocol.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members including nurses, dietitians, and social workers.
- Demonstrated ability to accurately document patient information in the Electronic Medical Record system.
- Developed strong relationships with patients by providing emotional support throughout their treatment process.
- Maintained a clean work environment while adhering to infection control protocols.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to troubleshoot any issues that arose during dialysis treatments.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as blood glucose monitoring.
- Provided excellent customer service and support to patients, families, and healthcare staff.
- Assisted with dialysis treatments by preparing equipment, setting up machines, and monitoring vital signs during procedure.
- Trained new employees on proper use of dialysis equipment, safety protocols, and patient care standards.
- Primed dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions to prepare machine for use.
Education
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Nursing
University of New Mexico
Gallup, NM, US05-2025
Skills
- Nursing care planning
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Compliance and regulatory guidelines
- Clinical documentation
- Anemia management/Erythropoietin administration
- Lab result interpretation
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Delegation and motivation
- Water treatment systems
- HIPAA compliance
- Fluid management
- Hemodialysis procedures
- Electrolyte balance
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Team leadership qualities
- Vascular Access management
- Patient care/observation
- Patient education
- Infection control standards
- Infection control protocols
- Emergency response
- Continuing education
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Reliability
- Punctual and dependable
- Professionalism
- Self-driven and motivated
- Patient safety
- Active listening
- Procedure preparation
- Equipment safety
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- Certified Hemodialysis Technician II
Timeline
Dialysis Registered Nurse
US Renal Dialysis
09.2025 - Current
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
USRC
01.2021 - 08.2025
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
USRC Dialysis
01.2020 - 01.2021
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
USRC Dialysis
02.2012 - 01.2020
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Nursing
University of New Mexico