Patient-oriented professional bringing several-year background to growing organization. Expert in safely initiating, monitoring and terminating hemodialysis and simultaneously managing patients receiving treatment. Diligent and detail-oriented professional offering several years of experience preparing patients for and procedures. Skilled at coordinating supplies, preparing fields and maintaining aseptic conditions. Knowledgeable about hipaa requirements and industry standards. Works well in fast-paced, stressful environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
NORTHEAST LAS VEGAS FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE
LAS VEGAS, NV
08.2024 - Current
Helped maintain a clean environment throughout the facility by wiping down surfaces between patient visits.
Assessed patient response to prescribed therapies and reported any changes in condition to physicians or nurses.
Provided emotional support to patients undergoing dialysis treatments.
Participated in training programs designed to increase knowledge of clinical procedures.
Administered medications to patients prior to or following dialysis treatments as ordered by physician.
Collected blood samples from patients for laboratory analysis.
Calibrated dialysis machines according to established protocols prior to use.
Conducted pre-dialysis assessments including measurements of weight, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
Ensured that all safety guidelines were followed while providing treatment to patients.
Assisted in the preparation of dialysis equipment and supplies for treatments.
Responded promptly to emergency situations involving medical distress or injury.
Eased patients' anxiety by explaining dialysis procedures and dialysis machine operations.
Responded to and managed emergency situations during dialysis treatments.
Maintained a clean and organized work environment in compliance with healthcare regulations.
Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
Set up and operated dialysis machines to provide patient care.
Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
Calculated and adjusted dialysis machine settings based on patient prescriptions.
Sustained hemodialysis workflow by inventorying and restocking needed equipment and supplies.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
Coordinated scheduling of patient appointments to optimize clinic workflow.
Conducted water treatment analysis to ensure purity for dialysis procedures.
Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
Patient Care Technician
LIBERTY DIALYSIS HAWAII( FRESENIUS MEDICAL CARE)
Wailuku, HI
08.2021 - 07.2024
Helped maintain a clean environment throughout the facility by wiping down surfaces between patient visits.
Reported unusual occurrences or changes in patient status immediately to supervisor or nurse on duty.
Provided emotional support to patients undergoing dialysis treatments.
Participated in training programs designed to increase knowledge of clinical procedures.
Administered medications to patients prior to or following dialysis treatments as ordered by physician.
Collected blood samples from patients for laboratory analysis.
Calibrated dialysis machines according to established protocols prior to use.
Conducted pre-dialysis assessments including measurements of temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
Ensured that all safety guidelines were followed while providing treatment to patients.
Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
Set up and operated dialysis machines to provide patient care.
Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
Sustained hemodialysis workflow by inventorying and restocking needed equipment and supplies.
Calculated and adjusted dialysis machine settings based on patient prescriptions.
Participated in continuous education to stay updated on dialysis technology advancements.
Conducted water treatment analysis to ensure purity for dialysis procedures.
Documented all patient information accurately in their medical records.
Transported patients from rooms and prepared for treatments.
Primed dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions and followed formula directions when preparing dialysate.
Calibrated, troubleshot or repaired equipment and corrected malfunctions.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maui Health System
Wailuku, HAWAII
07.2015 - 07.2021
Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.