Deja Caton
Baltimore,Maryland
Summary
Registered Nurse with a robust background in renal care, having started as a Dialysis Technician before transitioning into nursing to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care. With over 3000 patient care hours, I have developed expertise in renal disease, dialysis treatments, patient needs, fluid management, and complication prevention. Skilled in assessing and implementing individualized care plans, medication administration, accurate documentation and managing dialysis equipment, while maintaining strict infection control protocols. Performs duties independently, in a professional manner, without immediate or continuous supervision, and effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team. Known for compassionate care and effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Seeking to leverage my renal expertise and dedication to patient care in a Hemodialysis Nurse role to contribute to a mission-driven healthcare organization.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse I
Kennedy Krieger Institute
10.2024 - Current
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Identified veins suitable for venipuncture with precision, minimizing discomfort for patients & drew blood by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while promoting patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the facility resulting in decreased falls among high-risk patients.
- Enhanced the quality of patient care through effective communication with interdisciplinary team members.
- Collaborated with rehabilitation specialists to develop comprehensive treatment plans that addressed both physical and cognitive needs of patients.
- Supported patients' emotional well-being, providing compassionate listening during difficult times in their healing journey.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care Baltimore
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC) Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP) Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM) and regarding disease process/access
- Evaluated vascular access for patency and reported any unusual findings to nurse supervisor
- Obtained necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight
- Reported unusual findings to nurse supervisor
- Performed vascular access evaluation pre-treatment and reported unusual findings to nurse supervisor
- Performed vascular access cannulation and reported any difficulties in cannulation or unusual findings to nurse supervisor
- Performed administration of Heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law
- Initiated dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD)
- Evaluated intradialytic problems and provided intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed
- Monitored patients' response to dialysis therapy and reported any unusual findings to nurse supervisor
- Obtained vital signs prior to reinfusion; performed all relevant functions necessary for discontinuation of treatment - document
- Discontinued dialysis treatment according to established procedures
- Evaluated patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
- Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; Sodium (Na) modeling; and UF modeling as prescribed
- Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled including Narrow Venous Limits (NVL) 160
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing and prepared specimens for collection
- Accumulated over 500 clinical hours.
Certified Nursing Assistant Dialysis Technician (CNA-DT)
DaVita
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for ultra-filtration as prescribed
- Monitored patient's response to dialysis therapy and reported any unusual findings to RN
- Recorded vital signs and reported any abnormalities
- Obtained vital signs prior to reinfusion; performed all relevant functions necessary for discontinuation of treatment documentation
- Evaluated patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures; reported any unusual findings to RN
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records
- Educated patients on Hemodialysis Education
- Implemented and practiced health safety and disease controlled procedures
- Accumulated over 1500 direct patient care hours.
Family Nanny
Care.com Inc
08.2021 - Current
- Safeguarded children''s well-being by closely monitoring their activities and providing appropriate supervision at all times.
- Adapted quickly to evolving family dynamics or schedule changes to ensure smooth transition period for children involved.
- Established open communication with parents for seamless coordination in children''s daily routines and schedules.
- Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Studied and took notes from parents about food allergies to understand ingredients and requirements to keep children safe.
- Nurtured strong relationships with both parents and children based on trust, respect, empathy, and open communication lines.
- Managed challenging behaviors calmly and effectively using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage self-regulation.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
Education
Post-Master's Certificate in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
11.2024 - Current
Master of Science in Nursing -
01.2023 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology | Chemistry
08.2018 - 05.2022
GPA: 3.915/4.0
Skills
- Electronic Health Records: EPIC
- Equipment: Pyxis Medication System
- Medication Administration
- Technical Knowledge on Dialysis Machines (2008T BlueStar & NxStage System One)
- Direct Patient Care
- Vascular Access Management
- Monitoring Vital Signs & Patient Observation
- Emergency Response
- Patient Education
- Fluid Management
- Infection Control Standards
- Documentation Accuracy
- Critical Thinking
- Written & Verbal Communication
- Efficient Multitasker
Nursing Clinical Experience
Kennedy Krieger PCNU 240 hours
General Medical (Nelson 3) 104 hours
Neurology/Neurosurgery Acute Adult Inpatient (Zayed 12W) 88 hours
Surgical Oncology (Weinberg 4C/4D) 116 hours
Psychiatric Mental Health APU (Bayview) 96 hours
Public Health Senior Living (Apostolic Towers) 96 hours
Infant/Toddler (Bloomberg 9S) 104 hours
Labor & Delivery/ Mother-Baby (Franklin Square Memorial) 104 hours
Synthesis Practicum—General Medicine (Nelson 4) 120 hours
Certification
Certified in CPR/ BLS
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