Aren Springer
Saint Louis,MO
Summary
Compassionate Dialysis Registered Nurse with experience in providing skilled patient care during hemodialysis procedures. Strong understanding of kidney diseases and dialysis treatment plans, combined with exceptional interpersonal skills to provide emotional support to patients. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare teams for optimal patient outcomes. Have made a positive impact by implementing effective communication strategies that enhanced patient comfort and understanding of their treatments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Saint Louis Children's Hospital
Saint Louis, MO
05.2024 - Current
- Administered medications in accordance with physician orders, monitored for effectiveness and reported any adverse reactions.
- Instructed parents and guardians regarding home care needs such as medication administration and disease management.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on patient assessment data, diagnosis and physician orders.
- Provided education on preventive health practices such as nutrition, hygiene and safety.
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
Northwoods, MO
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Dialysis Registered Nurse
US Renal
Creve Coeur, MO
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Reviewed lab values prior to each dialysis treatment to ensure accuracy of data entered into the EMR system.
- Managed time efficiently by prioritizing workloads according to urgency.
- Communicated effectively with physicians regarding patient status updates.
- Adhered to infection control standards while performing all duties related to dialysis treatments.
Registered Nurse, Dialysis
RN Network
New Orleans, LA
10.2021 - 03.2023
- Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
- Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
- Initiated and terminated reverse osmosis water system and performed water quality monitoring tests prior to dialysis initiation.
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care
Saint Louis, MO
05.2018 - 10.2021
- Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and adapt individualized treatment plans, consistently achieving patient care and recovery goals
- Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care to enhance long-term outcomes
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Registered Nurse Manager
Davita Inc.
Saint Louis, MO
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands.
- Completed weekly floor work to stay up to date on latest clinical practices and procedures.
- Helped floor nurses make care decisions by applying exceptional clinical judgment and knowledge of facility policies.
- Received and researched complaints from families, patients and clinical staff in order to resolve concerns to full satisfaction.
- Kept close eye on department operations to maintain effective coverage of all needs.
- Coordinated employee schedules and job assignments.
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care
Saint Louis, MO
06.2010 - 05.2018
- Sustained hemodialysis workflow by inventorying and restocking needed equipment and supplies
- Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts
- Eased patients’ anxiety by explaining dialysis procedures and dialysis machine operations
- Took and documented patients’ vital statistics, including temperature, blood pressure and pulse and respiration rates, before and after dialysis treatment
Patient Care Technician
DaVita Medical Group
Saint Louis, MO
01.2007 - 06.2010
- Collected lab specimens in adherence with safety protocols for patient tests
- Verified patient identities using prescribed protective measures to meet facility and regulatory requirements
- Collected, documented and reviewed patient medical histories and relayed important factors to supervising clinicians
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Saint Louis Community College
St Louis, MO2018
Skills
- Medication management
- Infection control standards
- Cultural awareness
- Patient positioning
- Healthcare proficiency
- Adaptability
- Composure under pressure
- Dialysis access management
Timeline
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Saint Louis Children's Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
05.2023 - 07.2024
Dialysis Registered Nurse
US Renal
03.2023 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse, Dialysis
RN Network
10.2021 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse Manager
Davita Inc.
06.2019 - 06.2020
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care
05.2018 - 10.2021
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care
06.2010 - 05.2018
Patient Care Technician
DaVita Medical Group
01.2007 - 06.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Saint Louis Community College