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Antoinette Wade

Richmond,Va.

Summary

Dedicated to continuously strengthening expertise through ongoing education, professional development, and hands-on experience. Quick learner committed to personal growth. Strong critical thinking skills for swift recognition and execution of emergency interventions. Proven success in building meaningful relationships with patients, providing counseling, support, and companionship. Highly motivated individual always eager to take on new challenges. Known for strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Excels at working effectively without supervision and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hemodialysis Technician

Davita
07.2024 - Current
  • 8Handled urgent dialysis scenarios under the direction of nurses.
  • Collected blood samples from patients using access sites. 2
  • Executed site cannulation for dialysis access and commenced treatment.
  • Maintained proficiency in dialysis treatments through regular competency reviews.
  • Enhanced comprehension of treatment protocols among patients and caregivers.
  • Set up dialysis machines and equipment before procedures.
  • Disinfected dialysis station, equipment and chairs after completion of each patient treatment.
  • Consistently adhered to HIPAA guidelines when handling sensitive patient information, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Implemented quality improvement initiatives within the clinic setting, streamlining processes for increased effectiveness in patient care delivery.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the treatment process.
  • Troubleshot technical issues with hemodialysis machines quickly resolving any problems that arose while delivering timely services.
  • Assisted in the insertion of dialysis catheters, improving overall efficiency in starting treatments on time.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care during hemodialysis treatments.
  • Followed infection control protocols diligently.

Cardiac Technologist

HCA
05.2023 - 06.2024
  • Ensured optimal operations of cardiac devices.
  • Confirmed patient identification and reviewed consultation requests.
  • Performed ECG, echocardiogram, phonocardiogram, and stress tests utilizing electronic testing tools.
  • Continually updated expertise through ongoing education and literature.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to strict infection control protocols for patient safety.
  • Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete contrast-enhanced heart and cardiovascular system radiographs.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on emerging trends in cardiac care technology and best practices.

Telemetry Monitoring Technician

HCA Healthcare Inc.
02.2022 - 07.2023
  • Performed testing on cardiology devices to maintain diagnostic accuracy.
  • Collected data on vascular indicators for accurate diagnostic assessments.
  • Measured heart wall thickness and chamber sizes for diagnostic assessment.
  • Recognized customer needs in a timely manner.
  • Communicated findings to physicians.
  • Tracked blood pressure and heart rates at all procedural stages.
  • Educated patients on cardiac conditions and treatments in easy-to-understand terminology.
  • Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
  • Communicated test or assessment results to medical professionals.
  • Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
  • Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.

EKG Monitor Technician

Vibra Hospital of Richmond
02.2021 - 02.2022
  • Utilized electrocardiograms to observe hemodynamic changes in patients.
  • Monitored and analyzed telemetry data, ensuring accurate patient condition tracking.
  • Implemented strategic planning processes for safety protocols.
  • Recorded cardiovascular impulses utilizing electrocardiograph machines.
  • Tracked patients' health through transtelephonic systems.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of cardiac data.
  • Reviewed patient information to determine normal and abnormal heart patterns.
  • Tracked blood pressure and heart rates at all procedural stages.
  • Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.

Phlebotomy Technician

Lab-Corp; Phlebotomist, Richmond Va
07.2014 - 03.2020
  • Exhibit strong customer skills demonstrating a patient-centric approach.
  • Managed draw station daily operational tasks such as organizing administrative reports and draw station compliance documents.
  • Established accurate and thorough documentation updates in EMR that follow state and federal laws.
  • Transcribed physician orders: communicated with providers and laboratory staff to reduce redraw rates.
  • Exhibit proficiency in data order entry and processing of samples.
  • Have a comprehensive understanding of compliance and safety possess the ability and skills necessary to perform daily duties.
  • Octa pharma Plasma; Medical Screener Richmond Va.

Donor Center Technician

Octapharma Plasma Center
11.2011 - 07.2014
  • Conducted finger sticks and utilized screening equipment to measure hematocrit and protein levels.
  • Responded to telephone and donor inquiries about procedures, payments, and company policies promptly and professionally.
  • Maintained accurate donor records through diligent data entry and documentation efforts.
  • Increased donor satisfaction with thorough pre-donation screenings, ensuring eligibility and minimizing risks.

PCA

Spring Arbor Assisted Living
04.2009 - 05.2010
  • Assisted with bathing, dressing, and grooming residents.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
  • Administered medications as required, ensuring safe patient outcomes.

Youth Counselor Richmond Va.

Saint Joseph Villa
02.2006 - 02.2008
  • Experienced in counsel adolescents individually or through a group session Provides crisis intervention and helped with youth resolved conflicts Utilized creative and implementing personalized treatment programs for troubled adolescents Evaluated adolescents and their family members to recommended in special needs for children Capable of supervising, disciplining, and interacting with youths at jails or group homes.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences

J. Sergeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA
06-2020

Phlebotomy Certificate -

J. Sargeant Reynolds
Richmond, VA
07-2018

Certified EKG Technician - Heart Monitoring

Chesterfield Technical Center
Chesterfield, VA
03-2018

Skills

  • Records Management
  • Communications
  • Supervision
  • Problem Resolution
  • Echocardiogram Administration
  • ECG Rhythm Interpretation
  • Vascular Access management
  • Patient care
  • Contrast administration
  • Venipuncture
  • Time management
  • Fast Learner

Affiliations

  • Member, Alumni Association

Certification


  • Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA).Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
  • Cardiographic Technician Certification (CCT)- Cardiovascular Credentialing International.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.


Additional Information

Dean's List for the Academic Honors Award 2020

Timeline

Hemodialysis Technician

Davita
07.2024 - Current

Cardiac Technologist

HCA
05.2023 - 06.2024

Telemetry Monitoring Technician

HCA Healthcare Inc.
02.2022 - 07.2023

EKG Monitor Technician

Vibra Hospital of Richmond
02.2021 - 02.2022

Phlebotomy Technician

Lab-Corp; Phlebotomist, Richmond Va
07.2014 - 03.2020

Donor Center Technician

Octapharma Plasma Center
11.2011 - 07.2014

PCA

Spring Arbor Assisted Living
04.2009 - 05.2010

Youth Counselor Richmond Va.

Saint Joseph Villa
02.2006 - 02.2008

Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences

J. Sergeant Reynolds Community College

Phlebotomy Certificate -

J. Sargeant Reynolds

Certified EKG Technician - Heart Monitoring

Chesterfield Technical Center

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