Angela Thomas
Trenton,NJ
Summary
Accomplished Acute Hemodialysis Technician with extensive experience at Fresenius Medical Care, specializing in patient assessment and dialysis machine operation. Skilled in collaborating with healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes and maintain regulatory compliance. Notable for prioritizing tasks effectively and spearheading safety initiatives, resulting in enhanced patient care and operational efficiency.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Acute Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
New Brunswick , NJ
09.2024 - Current
- Provide patient care under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of patients promptly and efficiently.
- Initiated renal replacement treatment according to prescribed orders including setting blood flow rate and dialysis ate flow rate or peritoneal dialysis as prescribed by nephrologist
- Preforms and records Pre and Post evaluation,weight and vital signs with initial identification.
Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita Kidney Care
Burlington, New Jersey
04.2006 - 05.2023
- Performed hemodialysis treatments for patients with end-stage renal disease under the supervision of a licensed healthcare provider.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient response during hemodialysis procedures.
- Implemented infection control measures to prevent complications and ensure patient safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to create individualized care plans for hemodialysis patients.
- Managed dialysis machine set-up, calibration, and maintenance according to established protocols.
- Educated patients and their families on self-care techniques and dietary restrictions related to hemodialysis treatment.
- Documented treatment outcomes, patient progress, and adverse reactions in medical records.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and best practices in hemodialysis treatment.
Education
GED -
Mercer County Community College
Trenton, NJ01-2009
Skills
- Project management
- Environmental compliance
- Patient assessment
- Dialysis machine operation
- Vascular access cannulation
- Infection control
- Safety team leader
- Kidney Smart Educator
- Coordinate with contractors
- Patient monitoring
- Energy audits
- Team collaboration
- Regulatory compliance
Awards
- Service Excellence Award 3 yrs in a row.
- Integrity Award
- Sparks leadership training award
- CPR Certified
- OSHA certification
Languages
English, Native
Timeline
Acute Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
09.2024 - Current
Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita Kidney Care
04.2006 - 05.2023
GED -
Mercer County Community College