ARNOLD H. LAPORTE

• Managed operation and maintenance of precision measurement tools to uphold engineering assessment accuracy.
• Engaged with cross-functional teams to ensure prompt resolution of technical issues, enhancing operational efficiency.
• Assisted with installation, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of biomedical equipment with minimal guidance. Supported calibration and performance verification of complex medical devices effectively.
• Assisted with administrative functions and provided consultative support. Supported planning and allocation of equipment and resources. Aided organizational personnel through technical consultation and training. Participated in various projects and activities within designated service areas.
• Completed engineering projects and tasks within established timelines and budgets.
• Consistently met high-quality standards for all completed work while adhering to established timelines, ensuring client satisfaction with final results.
• Facilitated troubleshooting of technical issues, collaborating with engineers to optimize equipment functionality.
• Conducted routine maintenance on medical equipment to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with safety standards.
• Coordinated with clinical staff to address equipment needs, ensuring timely availability for patient care activities.
• Improved equipment reliability by performing regular maintenance and calibrations.
• Streamlined workflow within the team through effective communication and collaboration with engineers, technicians, and management.
• Assisted with installation, calibration and testing of engineering systems.
• Performed work according to project schedules and high quality standards. install, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and verify the performance of complex biomedical equipment with minimal supervision.
• Increasing aspects of the job was administrative and consultative, participating in equipment and resource planning and allocation, providing technical consultation, assistance, and training to organizational personnel participating in projects, and activities in assigned service areas.
• Complete system check-out against manufactures' specifications, electrical safety testing, initiation of equipment historical documents in computerized maintenance and management system (CMMS),
• Traveled to multiple sites using company vehicle to perform essential maintenance on service area equipment.
• Achieved effective communication by managing incoming calls and optimizing repair schedules across departments. Enhanced team collaboration by addressing phone inquiries and coordinating repair appointments successfully. Improved service delivery by organizing phone communications and facilitating repair services among departments.

• Managed responsibilities parallel to those executed at Chardonnay Dialysis. Oversaw operations at the identical clinic location as Chardonnay Dialysis at NNCC. Facilitated operational stability while maintaining operational continuity during the strategic acquisition of the clinic contract by NaphCare in October 2024. Achieved uninterrupted service delivery during the acquisition phase through effective management.

See Chardonnay Job Description for work history description.

• Diagnosed cause of problems and completed repairs hemodialysis biomedical equipment and reverse osmosis system to ensure optimal functionality and compliance with industry standards. Reduced device downtime through efficient troubleshooting and repair.
• Conducted thorough calibration and maintenance of biomedical equipment, ensuring peak operational efficiency and alignment with safety regulations.
• Conducted thorough evaluations of newly acquired medical equipment, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Performed regular inspections and preventive maintenance to optimize operational efficiency of hemodialysis medical devices and reverse osmosis systems.
• Maintained comprehensive logs of equipment and system repairs to facilitate future troubleshooting and maintenance planning.
• Executed safety checks and conducted routine tasks, ensuring thorough documentation in compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Documented ongoing technical CQI activities to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Monitored dialysis machines and reverse osmosis water systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Update and provide management with feedback regarding any Improvement strategies that may be implemented.
• Cooperate with facility staff to ensure all regulatory and OSHA Requirements are met.
• Responsible for equipment cleaning and disinfecting according to specified standards after repair and maintenance has been Performed
• Collect water samples for AAMI analysis according to company, State, and federal regulations and document as appropriate. Notify the appropriate personnel if results are outside of the Required/standard parameter.
• Assist in the review and updating of the alternative water supply Plan.
• Coordinate with the appropriate vendors to ensure all dialysate And electrical leakage meters are calibrated as required.
• Assist in ensuring that all inspections by outside vendors are performed a needed
• Ensure water and dialysate samples are processed according to specified procedures
• Ensure all areas are safe—that environmental integrity and Aesthetics are maintained.
• Provide technical training to co-workers and new staff, Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, providing timely solutions to minimize downtime.
• Collaborated with healthcare staff to facilitate equipment training and utilization within clinical settings.
• Attended specialized training sessions and workshops to stay informed about the latest developments in biomedical engineering.
• Transported equipment and supplies between departments to support daily operations.
• Performed additional tasks as directed by management.
• Responsible for making RO water, bicarbonate and acid solutions for dialysis treatments and performing water quality safety checks according to policy standards.
• Set-up and monitor dialysis and systems.
• Render patient care and administered hemodialysis treatments to patients with renal failure, end stage.
• Administered comprehensive dialysis treatment to 18 patients each day, ensuring adherence to care standards in a prison setting.
• Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the hemodialysis treatment sheet with initial identification.
• Respond to visual and audible alarms and make appropriate adjustments pre, during and after dialysis treatment.
• Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.
• Evaluate patient's vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures; provided appropriate intervention as needed, documenting and reporting any unusual findings to the nurse supervisor.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff by following clinic procedures and policies.
• Maintain life support system and initiated AED operation during emergencies.
• Stay professional and calm during emergency situations.
• Addressed emergency situations with urgency, focusing on patient care while systematically diagnosing and resolving device malfunctions.

• In charge of Two Dialysis Clinics. Their Biomedical systems, Machines and Water systems.
• Perform all facility preventative maintenance on machines, Equipment, and systems according to standard procedures for 2 clinics.
• Maintained and troubleshot dialysis equipment, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
• Assisted in the installation and calibration of medical devices, adhering to safety protocols.
• Delivered technical support for emergency repairs, effectively reducing downtime of critical equipment.
• Conducted thorough evaluations of newly acquired medical equipment, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Audited equipment inventory to identify discrepancies and ensure accurate tracking of biomedical assets.
• Actively Support the CQI Process
• Adopt quality accountability
• Document all equipment and system maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure safety checks and routine task are conducted and documented in a timely fashion according to the established Policies and procedures
• Participate in quality training and education for all technical staff.
• Participate in the completion and documentation of ongoing technical CQI activities as appropriate
• Update and provide management with feedback regarding any Improvement strategies that may be implemented.
• Assist with updating chemical inventory list.
• Collaborated with facility staff to meet all regulatory and OSHA requirements.
• Collect water samples for AAMI analysis according to company, State, and federal regulations and document as appropriate. Notify the appropriate personnel if results are outside of the Required/standard parameter.
• Assist in the review and updating of the alternative water supply Plan.
• Coordinate with the appropriate vendors to ensure all dialysate And electrical leakage meters are calibrated as required.
• Assist in ensuring that all inspections by outside vendors are performed a needed
• Ensure water and dialysate samples are processed according to specified procedures
• Ensure all areas are safe-that environmental integrity and Aesthetics are maintained.
• Ensure availability for patients' questions and concerns, for Example to explain the principles behind the technology used.
• Provide instructive tours of the water treatment equipment for patients and explain the basics of the machines' mechanical/electrical systems as recommended by the manufacturer and by the procedures established by FMCNA Clinical/Technical services as documented in the Technical Policies and Standards Manual.
• Delivered necessary equipment and supplies to support clinic operations.
• Conducted preventive maintenance on dialysis equipment to ensure optimal performance and patient safety.
• Diagnosed and repaired complex biomedical devices, enhancing equipment reliability and longevity.

• Render patient care and administer hemodialysis treatments to patients with renal failure, end stage and acute.
• Delivered comprehensive care to 15-20 patients each day in a 140 outpatient dialysis facility and during acute treatments.
• Supervised 10 teammates in delivering monthly patient education on adequacy and safety measures, ensuring all necessary forms were explained, signed, and documented for 140 patients.
• Prepared RO water, bicarbonate, and acid solutions for dialysis treatments and conducted water quality safety checks following policy standards.
• Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the hemodialysis treatment sheet with initial identification.
• Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their well-being since their last treatment, reporting any complaint or observations to the nurse supervisor.
• Obtain necessary pre-and post treatment vital signs and weight.
• Monitored patient responses to therapy, enabling timely adjustments to treatment plans.
• Established and tracked dialysis systems to maintain optimal treatment conditions.
• Observed dialysis machines and reverse osmosis water systems to ensure they functioned correctly.
• Responded to visual and audible alarms, implementing necessary adjustments throughout dialysis treatments.

• Render patient care and administer hemodialysis treatments to patients with renal failure, end stage and acute.
• Successfully provide quality care to 12 patients daily in a 60 outpatient dialysis facility and in the acute setting as well.
• Responsible for making RO water, bicarbonate and acid solutions for dialysis treatments and performing water quality safety checks according to policy standards.
• Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the hemodialysis treatment sheet with initial identification.
• Welcomed assigned patients and inquired about their well-being since last treatment, promptly reporting any complaints or observations to nurse supervisor to ensure continuity of care.
• Obtain necessary pre-and post treatment vital signs and weight.
• Monitored patient's response to therapy, adjusting care as necessary to promote optimal treatment outcomes.
• Prepared and monitored dialysis machines and systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Observe dialysis machines and RO water system for correct functioning.
• Respond to visual and audible alarms and make appropriate adjustments pre, during and after dialysis treatment.
• Determined and input individual patients' dialysis machine programming for ultra filtration (UF) goal, treatment time, sodium (Na) modeling, and UF modeling according to prescriptions.
• Monitored patients and performed machine safety checks in accordance with facility policy, promptly reporting any changes or unusual findings to the nurse supervisor.
• Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments.
• Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.
• Evaluated patient's vascular access during treatment, monitoring arterial and venous pressures, and documented unusual findings for timely intervention.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff by following clinic procedures and policies.
• Maintain life support system and initiated AED operation during emergencies.
• Maintained professionalism and composure while managing emergency situations to ensure patient safety.
• Provide technical training to co-workers and new staff

• Loaded products weighing up to 400 lbs. onto trailers.
• Packed and unloaded pieces into boxes for shipment.
• Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage ad production areas and loading docks.
• Maximize sales by shipping on time and accurately.
• Received stores and shipped goods and materials.
• Adhere to all requirements and regulations for interstate HAZMAT carriers.
• Sorted cargo before loading and unloading.
• Tagged all inbound merchandise with receiving date.
• Stacked and transported all overstock to storage areas.
• Reported all equipment failures and malfunctions to supervisor.
• Cleaned and maintained the warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
• Verified computations against physical count of stock.
• Picked up incoming and delivered materials to designated locations.
• Operated forklifts and other heavy machinery safely.
• Unloaded cargo from truck with hand trucks and pallet jacks.
• Divided cargo received by account number and intended location.
• Operated PC and RF based computer systems with a high level of accuracy.
• Parts and material handling with Fed-X, DHL, 3PL, UPS etc.
• Performed cycle counts on weekly basis.
• Stacked and stored pallets at the end of the shift to keep warehouse clean and organized.

• Mentored and directed 19 shipping associates on warehouse procedures, safety practices, and efficiency techniques
• Built a motivated warehouse team of 19 well trained staff.
• Operated PC and RF-based computer systems with a high level of accuracy.
• Implemented strategic shipping policies to achieved long and short term sales target.
• Coordinated shipping schedules.
• Utilized forklifts, pallet jacks, four dimensional, order pickers and reach trucks to move merchandise safely and minimize loss.
• Loaded and unloaded shipment trucks, trailers and train cars.
• Utilized forklifts, pallet jacks, and four dimensional, order picker, each trucks to move merchandise safely and minimize loss.
• Inspected all merchandise for damage and discrepancies with paperwork.
• Parts and material handling experience with Fed X, DHL, 3PL, UPS, etc.
• Securely packaged items for shipment in boxes, crates, or within shrink-wrapped pallets.
• Picked up incoming stock and delivered materials to designated locations.
• Followed all safety rules and regulations.
• Completed logs accurately and on time.
• Performed cycle counts on a weekly basis.
• Processed returned items.
• Tracked merchandise at every step by tagging and scanning.
• Assisted with monthly, quarterly, and yearly stock inventories.
• Reported safety hazards and equipment issues immediately to management.
• Cleaned and maintained the warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
• Complied at all times with DOT guidelines and regulations.
• Recorded numbers of units handled and moved using daily production sheets and work tickets.
• Attached indentifying containers.