BRIAN HAMRICK

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care for all patients undergoing dialysis.
• Coordinated care with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support for patients during their dialysis journey.
• Improved patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs and timely intervention when necessary.
• Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic kidney disease, helping them navigate complex medical information while maintaining hope for improved health outcomes.

• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Charge travel nurse over a Hospital Acute dialysis unit

• Provided each chronic and acute renal patient with compassionate and dedicated plan of care for treatment.
• Communicated with physicians and hospital staff regarding significant information to notify staff of issues and changes.
• Assisted in care of chronically-ill and Acute Kidney Injury patients.
• In my 14 years as a Dialysis Nurse I have gained a high level of understanding regarding renal function, kidney diseases, comorbidities and treatment modalities.
• I have become very proficient over the years on many types of hemo and peritoneal dialysis systems.
• I continually educated patients and families on dialysis etiology, side effects, outcomes and current treatment options.
• I actively oversee staff, teach and coordinate with multiple disciplines to bring about the best outcomes for our patients.

• Analyzed emergency situations and took prompt action to save lives.
• Oversaw and performed hemo and peritoneal dialysis in ICU's and the Acute unit.
• Utilized the Epic electronic healthcare database to perform duties, maintain records and prepare reports.
• Performed emergency medical procedures and worked with an interdisciplinary staff to stabilize and perform dialysis on chronic and acute dialysis patients seen in the hospital system.