Angela Watkins
Newark
Summary
Skilled dialysis technician with 26 years in renal care. Expert in patient monitoring, enhancing treatment efficiency, and documentation. Dedicated to providing compassionate care and optimizing clinical operations.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Technician
FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE
Chadds Ford, PA
07.2020 - Current
- Monitored patient vitals during dialysis treatment to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Assisted patients with treatment procedures, providing compassionate support throughout sessions.
- Documented patient data accurately in electronic health records for ongoing care management.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize patient care plans based on individual needs.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety standards within the dialysis unit.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow efficiency and reduce treatment times.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Promoted health education among patients, offering guidance on dietary restrictions and self-care strategies related to kidney disease management.
- Improved patient comfort by carefully and efficiently setting up dialysis machines and monitoring patients throughout treatments.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Reduced infection rates by maintaining strict aseptic techniques during all procedures.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate support and addressing concerns throughout the dialysis process.
- Contributed to staff development by sharing expertise in dialysis processes during team meetings and training sessions.
- Assisted physicians in evaluating patients'' dialysis needs, effectively communicating pertinent information regarding treatment progress.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various types of dialysis equipment, quickly adapting to new technologies as they were introduced.
Patient Care Technician - CCHT
Fresenius Medical Care
Wilmington, DE
07.1999 - 07.2020
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in the preparation and administration of dialysis treatments.
- Educated patients on treatment processes and self-care techniques.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records for patient monitoring.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, following established protocols to ensure optimal patient safety during critical moments.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance efficiency and reduce wait times.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and best practices in patient care.
- Provided individualized care to patients, constantly monitoring their condition and reporting any changes to the nursing team.
- Contributed to continuous improvement efforts within the department by actively participating in quality improvement initiatives.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and timely care to patients in various healthcare settings.
- Maintained accurate medical records by diligently entering patient data and updating information as needed.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
DELAWARE TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Wilmington, DE05-2027
High School Diploma -
SOUTHERN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Baltimore, MD06-1988
Skills
- Patient Care
- Dialysis Equipment Operation
- Safety Protocols
- Medical Coding
- Empathy and Compassion
- Team Collaboration
- Clinical Documentation
- Time Management
Certification
- Certified Dialysis Technician - National Nephrology Association
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
Timeline
Dialysis Technician
FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE
07.2020 - Current
Patient Care Technician - CCHT
Fresenius Medical Care
07.1999 - 07.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
DELAWARE TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
SOUTHERN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL