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DANIELLE L. RUCCI

Middletown

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician

American Renal /Innovative Renal Care
05.2023 - Current
  • Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility when faced with unexpected challenges during a shift, using critical thinking skills to find effective solutions that maintained high-quality patient care standards.
  • Improved clinic workflow by maintaining clean and organized workstations, minimizing downtime between patients.
  • Increased patient satisfaction through compassionate communication and attentive listening to their concerns or questions regarding treatment plans.
  • Ensured quality treatment outcomes by closely monitoring patient vital signs and adjusting machine settings as needed.
  • Administered hemodialysis treatments in accordance with established protocols and patient care guidelines.

Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician

Dialysis Clinic Inc.
10.2020 - Current
  • Administered hemodialysis treatments in accordance with established protocols and patient care guidelines.
  • Monitored patients' vital signs and response to treatment, adjusting processes as necessary for optimal outcomes.
  • Educated patients on dialysis procedures, dietary restrictions, and self-care practices to enhance overall health management.
  • Trained new staff on equipment operation and safety protocols, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and best practices.
  • Led process improvement initiatives that enhanced patient flow and reduced wait times in treatment areas.
  • Minimized complications related to vascular access sites by performing proper cannulation techniques using both needles and catheters according to established protocols.
  • Reduced the risk of infections by adhering to strict infection control protocols during all procedures.
  • Demonstrated teamwork skills while assisting other technicians during busy shifts for optimal patient care delivery.
  • Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
  • Assisted patients with their pre-dialysis weight measurements, ensuring accurate assessment of fluid removal needs during the procedure.
  • Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
  • Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
  • Completed required training courses on time, staying up-to-date with industry best practices and advancements in dialysis technology for improved patient outcomes.

Patient Care Technician

Davita Dialysis/Renal Care
10.2005 - 10.2020
  • Assigned standard ratio of patients. Work within variable-sized clinics throughout Connecticut including isolation patient acuity.
  • Chosen for Preceptor role for routine training of staff according to established curriculum
  • Achieved recognition “teammate of the quarter”
  • Obtains blood samples and culture specimens and prepares for shipment per Iata
  • Set ups and monitors dialysis machines and reverse osmosis (“RO”) water system for correct functioning, responds to visual and audible alarms and makes appropriate adjustments before, during and after the dialysis treatment, performs safety checks per policy

Education

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Graduate - Medical Assistant

Branford Hall Career Institute
Southington, CT
01.2005

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Central Connecticut State University
01.2003

Graduate - undefined

Simsbury High School
01.2003

Skills

  • Multi-clinic Care Provider
  • Preceptor Trainer
  • Isolation Patient Care
  • Experienced in NFACT Cannulation
  • Patient Vital Assessment and Monitoring
  • Daily Water System Checks, Monitoring and Documentation
  • RO System Procedures
  • Knowledge of Bicarb Acid Loop Procedures
  • Prepared for State Audit Readiness and participated in Davita CAT Audits
  • Preceptor role for training of staff as needed according to established curricula
  • Conducts Monthly Individual Education Presentations
  • Take-charge responsibility as needed including stand-by staffing availability
  • Oral & Written Communications
  • Team and Individual Work Focus
  • Problem Solving Skills
  • Critical Thinking Skills
  • New/Improved Process Development Procedures
  • Meeting Continuing Education Credit Requirement for Certification (CCHT, Current)

Timeline

Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician

American Renal /Innovative Renal Care
05.2023 - Current

Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician

Dialysis Clinic Inc.
10.2020 - Current

Patient Care Technician

Davita Dialysis/Renal Care
10.2005 - 10.2020

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Graduate - Medical Assistant

Branford Hall Career Institute

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Central Connecticut State University

Graduate - undefined

Simsbury High School

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