Autumn Cree
Galveston,Indiana
Summary
I've been a Dialysis Technician since I was 18 years old. Over the years I have become very knowledgeable in my field. I am the PCT trainer at my current facility and was previously a PCT III at Fresenius in Kokomo and Logansport. I received the Fresenius CARE award in 2022. I have been state certified for 10+ years.
I am a people person. I put 110% in to everything that I do and strive to do the best I possibly can. I enjoy motivating people and bringing a positive outlook.
I am a fast learner and can adapt with very little time. I worked at Fresenius for 22 years.
I look forward to having the opportunity to return "home" and finish my career where it all started!
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CCHT
U.S.R.C.
Kokomo
11.2022 - Current
- Performed accurate water quality testing, ensuring optimal conditions for safe and effective dialysis treatments.
- Assisted with dialysis technician orientation and training to promote high standard of patient care.
- Provided comprehensive pre-and post-treatment assessments, identifying any potential complications and addressing them promptly.
- Improved patient care by providing timely and accurate hemodialysis treatments.
- Participated in technical and clinical competency reviews to maintain dialysis treatment skill level.
- Performed dialysis access site cannulation and initiated dialysis treatment.
- Obtained patient's blood samples via access site or dialysis lines.
- Delivered required oxygen by mask or cannula.
- Disinfected dialysis station, equipment and chairs after completion of each patient treatment.
- Followed prescribed infection control protocols and wore personal protective equipment to minimize contamination risk.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, earning their trust through consistent professionalism and genuine empathy.
- Promoted a positive clinic atmosphere by engaging with patients during treatments, addressing questions or concerns as they arose.
- Demonstrated strong critical thinking skills in emergency situations, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients in distress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry best practices and enhance patient care delivery.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Unit preceptor. Assisted with audits and continued training with new policies and procedures.
- Master cannulator and helped the VAM with access monitoring and issues.
Patient Care Technician - CCHT
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
Logansport, IN
07.2016 - 11.2022
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- PCT III- unit preceptor
- Also helped with Vascular Access Managing
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
CCHT, PCT III, VAM
Fresenius
Kokomo, IN
07.2000 - 07.2016
- Performed accurate water quality testing, ensuring optimal conditions for safe and effective dialysis treatments.
- Opened and closed the facilty
- Provided comprehensive pre-and post-treatment assessments, identifying any potential complications and addressing them promptly.
- Assisted with dialysis technician orientation and training to promote high standard of patient care.
- Improved patient care by providing timely and accurate hemodialysis treatments.
- CCHT, PCT III, VAM, Master Cannulator
Cashier, Service Desk, Cash Office
Target
Kokomo, IN
02.1998 - 07.2000
- Engaged in user support interactions via telephone, chat and email platforms.
- Balanced safe, prepared tills and prepared register bags for next sales date.
- Communicated guest and employee requests to management for issue resolution.
- Sorted and counted coin and currency to make change for associates.
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Prepared bank deposits and corporate cash shipments.
- Followed company policies, procedures and practices for accurate recordkeeping and loss prevention.
- Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
- Addressed user customer service concerns and decided when to escalate problems to specialist team members.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lewis Cass Jr-Sr High School
Walton, IN05.2000
Skills
- Compliance with Regulatory Guidelines
- Maintaining Dialysis Equipment
- Infection Control Measures
- Machine Operations
- Safety Protocols
- Laboratory Equipment Handling
- Blood Sample Collection
- Adverse Reaction Reporting
- Team Collaboration
- Biohazardous Waste Disposal
- Dialysis Termination
- Hemodialysis Care
- Employee Training
- Dialyzer Priming
- Fistula Cannulation- Master Cannulator
- Patient Care Technician (PCT)
- PCT III
Certification
CCHT- current
CPR- current
Timeline
CCHT
U.S.R.C.
11.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician - CCHT
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
07.2016 - 11.2022
CCHT, PCT III, VAM
Fresenius
07.2000 - 07.2016
Cashier, Service Desk, Cash Office
Target
02.1998 - 07.2000
High School Diploma -
Lewis Cass Jr-Sr High School