Kamaika Canela
Effort,PA
Summary
Focused healthcare team member offering several years of delivering exceptional patient service and managing documentation needs. Accustomed to communicating openly with healthcare staff to optimize treatments and care planning. Diligent in tracking patient details, managing laboratory samples and providing skilled mobility support.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Inc.
Leighton, PA
07.2021 - Current
- Performed pre-treatment patient assessments, including vital signs and weight measurements.
- Monitored patients during dialysis treatments for adverse reactions or changes in condition.
- Administered medications prescribed by physician prior to, during, and after dialysis treatment.
- Provided education to patients regarding diet, lifestyle modifications, nutrition, fluid management and medication compliance.
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatments, including the type of treatment received, duration of treatment and any other relevant information.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment used for dialysis treatments according to safety protocols.
- Operated water purification systems that produce high quality water used in hemodialysis processes.
- Assisted nurses in providing patient care by performing tasks such as taking vital signs or collecting specimens.
- Participated in team meetings with physicians and other healthcare professionals to discuss new techniques or procedures related to hemodialysis.
- Observed infection control policies at all times when interacting with patients or handling medical equipment.
- Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations when dealing with confidential patient information.
- Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
- Managed inventory of supplies used during hemodialysis treatments, such as needles, tubing, catheters.
- Scheduled appointments for follow-up visits with nephrologists or other healthcare providers as needed.
Delivery Driver
Amazon
Bethlehem, PA
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
- Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Verified accuracy of items loaded onto truck against shipping documents.
- Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch regarding any delays or issues encountered on routes.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering inquiries about products or services being delivered.
Patient Care Assistant
st lukes university health network
Bethlehem, PA
07.2017 - 09.2020
- Communicated changes in patient conditions and other unit concerns to multidisciplinary team.
- Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
- Provided care, comfort and emotional support to children and adolescents facing serious illnesses and medical procedures.
- Collected and labeled bodily fluids and blood specimens to prepare for delivery to laboratory.
- Obtained vital signs and collected biological samples to assist with diagnostic testing and ongoing assessments.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Ambulated patients with appropriate assistive devices and in line with proper body mechanics.
- Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
CNA
Lenox Hill Hospital
Newyork, NY
11.2012 - 07.2017
- Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
- Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures, including setting up and operating specialized medical equipment.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Education
CNA, Phlebotomy, ECG -
Access Careers
Brooklyn, NY2015
CNA
Allen School - Jamaica
Jamaica, NY2012
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Patient monitoring
- Sample Collection
- Equipment calibration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Organizational Skills
- Treatment documentation
- Maintaining dialysis equipment
- Patient observation
- Patient Scheduling
- Patient Education
Accomplishments
- Home Therapy Champion
- Transplant Liasion
Timeline
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Inc.
07.2021 - Current
Delivery Driver
Amazon
10.2020 - 05.2021
Patient Care Assistant
st lukes university health network
07.2017 - 09.2020
CNA
Lenox Hill Hospital
11.2012 - 07.2017
CNA, Phlebotomy, ECG -
Access Careers
CNA
Allen School - Jamaica
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