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Charmane Kelly

Fort Worth

Summary

Experienced Dialysis Technician with 21 years of experience providing outstanding care to patients in various stages of renal failure. Accomplished in building rapport with patients and explaining procedures to ease anxiety. Offering expert knowledge of hemodialysis treatment, unit operations and regulatory guidelines. Well-versed in all elements of dialysis, including initiating and terminating treatment, educating patients, and maintaining the highest standards of sanitation and safety. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills, eager to secure an entry-level CCHT position. Ready to help the team achieve the company's goals. Effective at assessing client needs and planning treatment courses. Experienced in delivering ordered respiratory care to meet patient needs and alleviate symptoms. Organized and dependable candidate, successful at managing multiple priorities, with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Compassionate Patient Care Technician - CCHT with background in providing care to diverse patient populations, including those with chronic illnesses. Skilled at performing vital sign checks, administering medication under supervision, and carrying out basic healthcare tasks. Strong interpersonal skills allow for effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare staff. Demonstrated positive impact by promoting comfort and safety of patients in previous roles. Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Technician - CCHT

US Renal
03.2017 - Current
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, facilitating efficient patient care and reducing workload for nurses over 20 years.
  • Performed diagnostic tests accurately, ensuring timely results for informed decision-making regarding treatment plans.
  • Contributed to continuous improvement efforts within department by actively participating in quality improvement initiatives.
  • Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
  • Facilitated seamless transitions in care by thoroughly preparing discharge instructions for patients upon release from facility.
  • Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
  • Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
  • Ensured safe and clean environment for patients, conducting regular room checks and maintaining cleanliness standards.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
  • Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
  • Provided professional services and support in dynamic work environment.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician

Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
06.2007 - 02.2024
  • Assisted technicians during busy shifts, ensuring optimal patient care delivery over 20 years.
  • Minimized complications by performing proper cannulation techniques using needles and catheters.
  • Evaluated patient histories and medical records for accuracy and completeness.
  • Participated in staff meetings to discuss patient care improvements.
  • Optimized treatment efficiency with regular equipment maintenance checks.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment, and surfaces consistently.
  • Followed protocols when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzers with saline solutions.
  • Measured and recorded pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics accurately. Prepare catheter supplies for the nurse. Experience with connecting and disconnecting a catheter for dialysis treatment.

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing

Concorde Career College
Grand Prairie, TX
04-2025

Associate of Arts - Nursing

Tarrant County College District
Fort Worth
12.2020

High School Diploma -

Trimble Technical High School
Fort Worth, TX
05.2003

Skills

  • Infection control protocol
  • Heart saver First Aid CPR AED
  • Blood sample collection
  • Venipuncture techniques
  • Inpatient Care
  • Dialysis machine operation
  • Sample Collection
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Critical Thinking
  • Equipment safety
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Venipuncture
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Team Collaboration
  • Dialysis treatment
  • Documentation
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Dialysis procedures
  • Patient documentation
  • Team collaboration
  • Catheter care
  • Dialysis support
  • Effective communication
  • Blood glucose testing
  • Patient care techniques
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Seizure precautions
  • Nursing care
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Gastrostomy care
  • Isolation precautions
  • Phlebotomy techniques
  • Mobility assistance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Infection control protocols
  • Patient education
  • Disposing of biohazardous waste
  • Hemodialysis procedures
  • Specimen handling

Timeline

Patient Care Technician - CCHT

US Renal
03.2017 - Current

Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician

Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
06.2007 - 02.2024

Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing

Concorde Career College

Associate of Arts - Nursing

Tarrant County College District

High School Diploma -

Trimble Technical High School