Angela Horton
Merrillville,IN
Summary
Compassionate Patient Care Technician with expertise in patient assessment and vital signs monitoring. Specializes in enhancing patient care during dialysis through collaboration with healthcare teams. Experienced in monitoring patients throughout the dialysis process, contributing to improved outcomes and efficient operations. Committed to high standards in delivering optimal treatment and support.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care
Griffith, USA
07.2021 - Current
- Set up and operated hemodialysis machines, conducting thorough functionality checks before each treatment and collaborating with healthcare team to implement optimal treatment plans and maintain quality patient care.
- Monitored and assessed patients before, during, and after dialysis treatments, ensuring accurate measurement and recording of vital signs and medical data to support effective patient management.
- Provided compassionate patient care, creating a supportive environment that alleviated patient anxiety during dialysis sessions.
Lab Assistant
Alverno Clinical Laboratories
Hammond, USA
07.2017 - 07.2021
- Performed waived and moderately complex testing, ensuring accuracy of test results by identifying discrepancies and investigating issues.
- Processed and evaluated orders and specimens to meet testing criteria, maintaining strict laboratory standards.
- Handled high volume of telephone inquiries, providing accurate information to patients and medical staff, facilitating efficient lab communication.
Assembly Line Worker
Lear Corporation
Portage, USA
12.2016 - 08.2017
- Ensured safe, clean workspace while assembling passenger airbags and unloading car seats, supporting overall assembly line operations.
- Operated machinery to assemble automotive components efficiently.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline assembly processes.
Assistant Manager
Service Source
Stafford, USA
04.2014 - 08.2016
- Led team of 10+ employees, overseeing operations, opening and closing Mess Halls, counting safe and register before and after each meal, and ensuring food service compliance.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with company policies.
- Coordinated training programs for new hires and ongoing staff development.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies as needed for service efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of General Studies - General Studies
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN05-2026
Associate in Business Administration -
Ivy Tech Community College
Lake County12-2024
Skills
- Hemodialysis operation
- Patient monitoring
- Patient care techniques
- Patient evaluation
- Patient data management
- Patient care techniques
- CPR certified
- Collaborative teamwork
- Effective communication
- Patient care techniques
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care
07.2021 - Current
Lab Assistant
Alverno Clinical Laboratories
07.2017 - 07.2021
Assembly Line Worker
Lear Corporation
12.2016 - 08.2017
Assistant Manager
Service Source
04.2014 - 08.2016
Bachelor of General Studies - General Studies
Indiana University Northwest
Associate in Business Administration -
Ivy Tech Community College