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Catherine Bruton

Everett,WA

Summary

Detail-oriented Dialysis Technician with a focus on patient safety and quality control. Proven ability to train new staff and ensure adherence to infection control standards, contributing to improved patient care and operational efficiency.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dialysis Technician

Puget Sound Kidney Centers
Everett, WA
04.2017 - Current
  • Administered dialysis treatments to patients, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and dialysis machine functions during procedures, identifying and addressing any issues promptly.
  • Trained new staff on equipment operation and patient care procedures, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
  • Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
  • Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
  • Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
  • Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Engineering

University of San Carlos
Cebu, Philippines
03.2001

Skills

  • Hemodialysis procedures
  • Patient education
  • Infection control standards
  • Patient care
  • Strong work ethic
  • Education and Staff Training

Certification

  • CHT- Certified Hemodialysis Technician
  • MA Hemodialysis Technician
  • CPR-BLS

Languages

English
Tagalog

Timeline

Dialysis Technician

Puget Sound Kidney Centers
04.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Engineering

University of San Carlos