Angela Roberts
Tampa,FL
Summary
Highly driven Medical Instrument Technician with extensive experience at Bay Pines Veterans Hospital, excelling in hemodialysis procedures and patient monitoring. Proven ability to ensure regulatory compliance and maintain equipment, while effectively training new staff. Recognized for strong problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail, enhancing patient care and operational efficiency.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Instrument Technician
Bay Pines Veterans Hospital
St. Petersburg, FL
04.2017 - Current
- Trained new employees in hemodialysis procedures as a Preceptor at Bay Pines Veterans Hospital, ensuring adherence to standard protocols.
- Monitored and adjusted hemodialysis treatments for patients, maintaining safety and compliance with established procedures.
- Conducted weekly audits and routine water cultures to ensure disinfection maintenance and compliance with chemical and bacterial safety standards.
- Researched new technologies related to medical instrumentation systems.
- I approached veterans and families, engaging in conversation through the use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Prioritized and organized treatment times for our hemodialysis veterans.
Certified Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
Tampa, FL
02.2005 - 04.2017
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments performed, including patient data, fluid volumes and medications administered during each session.
- Assisted in the setup and operation of dialysis machines, including connecting dialyzer and tubing to hemodialysis machine.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Preceptor for new employees on proper techniques for performing daily tasks.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Assisted in preparing patients for hemodialysis with proper needle gauge, including vital signs monitoring.
Education
Certified Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
Tampa, FL09-2012
Practical Nursing
Erwin Technical
Tampa,FL08-2005
Skills
- Hemodialysis procedures
- Equipment maintenance
- Patient monitoring
- Regulatory compliance
- Data management
- Inventory management
- Research skills
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Time management
Accomplishments
- 2019 Secretary Nursing Award
- 2024 Great Catch Award
- 2025 High Reliability Organization Award (HRO)
Timeline
Medical Instrument Technician
Bay Pines Veterans Hospital
04.2017 - Current
Certified Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
02.2005 - 04.2017
Certified Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
Practical Nursing
Erwin Technical
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