Crystal Carpenter
Pelham,NH
Summary
Knowledgeable CCHT with 7 years of hands-on experience in hemodialysis, nephrology care and end-stage renal failure treatment. Well-versed in all elements of dialysis, including initiating and terminating treatment, educating patients and maintaining highest standards of sanitation process. Well versed in all elements of hemodialysis with success in quickly building rapport with patients when delivering exceptional service and care. Proven leader and skilled in training new hires and cross-training staff. Accomplished in implementing new processes to improve patient care, quality and outcomes. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Gt Independence
09.2021 - Current
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
CCHT
DaVita
08.2010 - 01.2017
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts, and catheters to prevent infection.
- Monitored each patient closely during treatment to check for any adverse reactions or change in condition and reported emergencies to attending nurses.
- Cleaned and disinfected hemodialysis machines, chairs, trays, room and equipment.
Certified Preceptor Master Cannulator
Education
Associates - Psychology
Nashua Community College
Nashua, NH09.2004
Skills
- Patient Care
- Preventative Care Education
- Patient Education
- Advanced Nephrology Knowledge
- Machine Operations
- Equipment Maintenance
- Team Collaboration
- Blood Sample Collection
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Status Updates
- Safety Protocols
- Maintaining Dialysis Equipment
- Infection Control Measures
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Health Education
- Dialysis Treatment
- Family Education
- Phlebotomy Procedures
- Measuring Vital Signs
- Medical Condition Monitoring
- Acute Hemodialysis Treatment
- Emergency Response
- Patient Observation
- Dialyzer Priming
- Information Intake
Accomplishments
- Trained over 15 staff on hemodialysis machine operations and proper connection to access the site.
- Earned "Master Cannulator" for experience and training
- Certified Preceptor .
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Gt Independence
09.2021 - Current
CCHT
DaVita
08.2010 - 01.2017
Associates - Psychology
Nashua Community College
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