Corey Fields
Liberty Hill,TX
Summary
Accomplished Dialysis Technician and Patient Care Technician with a proven track record at DaVita and St. David's Round Rock Medical Center. Skilled in Emergency patient management and hemodialysis procedures. Proactive worker with over 20 years of patient care experience. Demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care for patients. Adaptability and dedication to continuous professional development led to mentoring roles and significantly improving team performance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Technician
DaVita
Cedar Park, TX
12.2023 - Current
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various types of dialysis equipment, quickly adapting to new technologies as they were introduced.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment through diligent adherence to infection control protocols.
- Improved patient comfort by carefully and efficiently setting up dialysis machines and monitoring patients throughout treatments.
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
St. David's Round Rock Medical Center
Round Rock, TX
01.2017 - 12.2021
- Utilized advanced technical skills to operate specialized equipment such as EKG machines, glucose monitors, and oxygen therapy devices.
- Demonstrated adaptability under pressure while working in a high-stress environment with unpredictable situations arising throughout each shift.
- Facilitated rapid response to critical events in the Emergency Department by remaining alert, prepared, and engaged throughout each shift.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
Lead Patient Care Technician
St. David's Round Rock Medical Center
Round Rock, TX
02.2007 - 01.2017
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices through ongoing professional development opportunities and training sessions.
- Provided quality care to diverse patient populations, adapting techniques based on individual needs and cultural considerations.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients while offering support to families during difficult times.
- Mentored new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices for improved performance across the team.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
Education
No Degree - Physical Therapy (Pre-Physical Therapy)
Austin Community College
Austin, TXHigh School Diploma -
Mariner High School
Everett, WA05.1993
Skills
- Hemodialysis Procedures
- Patient Education
- Infection control standards
- Patient Care
Certification
- Certified Dialysis Technician for Davita (2 years, current)
- Basic Life Support (2 years, current)
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician (2008)
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide (2007)
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (2022)
Timeline
Dialysis Technician
DaVita
12.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
St. David's Round Rock Medical Center
01.2017 - 12.2021
Lead Patient Care Technician
St. David's Round Rock Medical Center
02.2007 - 01.2017
No Degree - Physical Therapy (Pre-Physical Therapy)
Austin Community College
High School Diploma -
Mariner High School