David Valdez
Duluth,GA
Summary
Dedicated Dialysis Technician with extensive experience at DaVita, adept in hemodialysis procedures and infection control standards. Demonstrates exceptional patient care and education, resulting in a significant reduction in infection rates. Collaborates effectively with healthcare teams, enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate support. Holds advanced nephrology proficiency and is committed to continuous professional development.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Dialysis Technician
Emory
04.2021 - Current
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Improved patient comfort by carefully and efficiently setting up dialysis machines and monitoring patients throughout treatments.
- Reduced infection rates by maintaining strict aseptic techniques during all procedures.
- Promoted health education among patients, offering guidance on dietary restrictions and self-care strategies related to kidney disease management.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various types of dialysis equipment, quickly adapting to new technologies as they were introduced.
- Exceeded quality assurance standards by consistently adhering to established protocols and following best practices in dialysis care provision.
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Enhanced workflow efficiency with thorough machine maintenance, troubleshooting issues promptly to minimize downtime.
- Advanced professional knowledge by attending conferences, workshops, and continuing education programs related to renal care advancements.
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Safeguarded patients through vigilant observation for any adverse reactions or complications, taking swift corrective action when necessary.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment through diligent adherence to infection control protocols.
Transporter/ Dialysis Technician
Emory University Hospital
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Operated Type of vehicle and carefully followed all safety protocols and procedures.
- Increased operational efficiency with thorough documentation of transport logs, mileage records, and fuel consumption.
- Contributed to a safe work environment by consistently following safety guidelines when operating vehicles or handling cargo materials.
- Supported smooth facility operations by coordinating with warehouse staff on loading/unloading procedures and inventory management.
- Assisted patients in moving out of beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, or medical transport vans.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
- Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
- Communicated with patients, family members and healthcare staff to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Kept patient information and records secure by using private hospital databases and withholding information from outside sources.
- Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, surgical tables or stretchers.
- Used wheelchairs, stretchers and movable beds to move patients between hospital locations.
- Responded to emergency situations to help with lifting and transporting patients.
- Maintained accurate logs of equipment deliveries and patient trips and submitted documentation at end of shift.
Dialysis Technician
DaVita
12.2014 - 06.2022
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Improved patient comfort by carefully and efficiently setting up dialysis machines and monitoring patients throughout treatments.
- Promoted health education among patients, offering guidance on dietary restrictions and self-care strategies related to kidney disease management.
- Reduced infection rates by maintaining strict aseptic techniques during all procedures.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various types of dialysis equipment, quickly adapting to new technologies as they were introduced.
- Exceeded quality assurance standards by consistently adhering to established protocols and following best practices in dialysis care provision.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
Dialysis Technician
DaVita
07.2009 - 12.2014
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Improved patient comfort by carefully and efficiently setting up dialysis machines and monitoring patients throughout treatments.
- Promoted health education among patients, offering guidance on dietary restrictions and self-care strategies related to kidney disease management.
- Reduced infection rates by maintaining strict aseptic techniques during all procedures.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various types of dialysis equipment, quickly adapting to new technologies as they were introduced.
- Exceeded quality assurance standards by consistently adhering to established protocols and following best practices in dialysis care provision.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Enhanced workflow efficiency with thorough machine maintenance, troubleshooting issues promptly to minimize downtime.
- Advanced professional knowledge by attending conferences, workshops, and continuing education programs related to renal care advancements.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate support and addressing concerns throughout the dialysis process.
Sitter /feeder
Orlando Regional Medical Center
07.2007 - 09.2010
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Employed positive reinforcement methods to encourage good behavior.
- Developed strong relationships with families by providing consistent communication about children''s progress and behavior.
- Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations for appropriate conduct.
- Demonstrated empathy and kindness to display positive character traits.
- Enhanced child safety by closely monitoring activities and maintaining a clean, hazard-free environment.
Plumber Apprentice
Orlando Plumbers Union Local 803
07.2003 - 04.2007
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings with Tool and Tool.
Plumber Apprentice/ Local 200
Plumbers Local 200
05.2001 - 07.2003
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Reduced material waste by carefully measuring pipe lengths before cutting them, saving both time and resources on each project.
- Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently diagnosing and repairing plumbing issues in residential and commercial settings.
- Mastered the use of various tools and equipment, ensuring efficient completion of tasks with minimal errors or rework needed.
- Collaborated with contractors, electricians, and other trade professionals for smooth coordination during multi-disciplinary projects.
Porter/ Warehouse Tech
Our Lady of Consolation Nursing Home
06.1994 - 05.2001
- Cleaned and organized building areas as required.
- Completed sweeping, mopping, and window-cleaning.
- Performed cleaning and maintenance duties as directed.
- Communicated with coworkers and managers about completed duties.
- Increased efficiency in daily operations by organizing storage rooms, maintaining inventory of supplies, and replenishing stock as needed.
Education
Certificate - Dialysis Technician
Winter Park Tech
Winter Park, FL03.2009
General - General Studies
Bay Shore High School
Bay Shore, NY06.1995
Skills
- Hemodialysis procedures
- Infection control standards
- Patient education
- Patient care
- Dialysis treatment
- Vascular Access management
- Equipment maintenance
- Patient care techniques
- Infection control protocols
- Patient observation
- Fluid management
- Measuring vital signs
- Blood sample collection
- Safety monitoring
- Direct patient care
- Documentation accuracy
- Treatment documentation
- Patient health education
- Specimen handling
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Patient relationship management
- Aseptic techniques
- Records management
- Emergency response
- Condition assessment
- Continuing education
- Patient relations
- Team collaboration
- Advanced nephrology proficiency
- Water treatment systems
- Patient data management
- Maintaining dialysis equipment
- Dialysis equipment operation
- Disposing of biohazardous waste
- Alarm response
- Acute hemodialysis treatment
- Compliance with regulatory guidelines
- Hemodialysis treatment
- Advanced nephrology knowledge
- Patient monitoring
- Critical thinking
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient care technician (PCT)
- Strong work ethic
- Punctual and dependable
- Documentation
- Customer service
- Recordkeeping and documentation
- Self-driven and motivated
- Inpatient care
- Attention to detail
- Interpersonal communication
- Professional bedside manner
- HIPAA
- Patient assessments
- Sterilization techniques
- Indirect patient care
Timeline
Transporter/ Dialysis Technician
Emory University Hospital
04.2022 - 06.2023
Dialysis Technician
Emory
04.2021 - Current
Dialysis Technician
DaVita
12.2014 - 06.2022
Dialysis Technician
DaVita
07.2009 - 12.2014
Sitter /feeder
Orlando Regional Medical Center
07.2007 - 09.2010
Plumber Apprentice
Orlando Plumbers Union Local 803
07.2003 - 04.2007
Plumber Apprentice/ Local 200
Plumbers Local 200
05.2001 - 07.2003
Porter/ Warehouse Tech
Our Lady of Consolation Nursing Home
06.1994 - 05.2001
Certificate - Dialysis Technician
Winter Park Tech
General - General Studies
Bay Shore High School
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