Donald DeMarois
US Renal Care
Buena Park,CA
9
years of professional experience
Experienced Patient Care Technician with strong skills in dialysis setup, vital sign monitoring, EMR charting, infection control, and vascular access care. Known for accurate treatment support and compassionate patient handling in fast-paced clinical settings.
Work History
Patient Care Technician
6 Years 11 Months- Prepared hemodialysis stations and dialysis machines for patient treatment.
- Obtained vital signs before, during, and after renal care sessions.
- Monitored patients for discomfort, cramping, and treatment-related changes.
- Assisted nurses with patient setup, cannulation support, and treatment flow.
- Documented patient care details in dialysis records and charts.
- Cleaned and disinfected treatment areas, equipment, and patient stations.
- Assessed vascular access sites and documented patient observations
Patient Care Technician
8 Years 9 Months- Monitored dialysis patients, documenting vital signs and treatment responses to ensure optimal patient safety.
- Assisted nurses with patient transfers and positioning, enhancing patient comfort and care efficiency.
- Responded promptly to call lights, addressing requests from patients, families, and staff to support a responsive care environment.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in the patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Supported vascular access care, observing sites for bleeding or infection.
- Documented patient care details in electronic medical records.
- Prepared treatment stations following US Renal Care's infection control standards.
- Restocked the unit frequently with medical supplies.
- Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout the shift.
Patient Care Technician
2 MonthsEducation
High School Diploma
Skills
Provide comprehensive care to patients with end-stage renal disease undergoing hemodialysis
● Assess patients pre-
intra-
and post-treatment and respond to clinical changes promptly
● Initiate and monitor dialysis treatments
including setting up machines
inserting needles
and managing access sites (AV fistulas/grafts and central lines)
● Collaborate with
dietitians
social workers
and other team members to
develop and implement individualized care plans
● Document treatment data
patient assessments
and progress notes accurately and
timely
● Educate patients and families on dialysis treatment
medications
diet
and home care
● Ensure adherence to infection control
safety protocols
and state/federal regulations
● Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and quality improvement initiatives
● Trusted with opening and closing procedures: prepare and shut down dialysis
machines
complete documentation
and ensure all safety protocols are met.
● Proficient in RO system operations
including daily disinfection
mixing acid
logging
alarm response
and monitoring water quality to meet regulatory standards.
● Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver safe
compassionate
and
high-quality care.
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Davita
01.2021 - 03.2021Read More
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
10.2019 - CurrentRead More
Patient Care Technician
US Renal Care
12.2017 - CurrentRead More
Newport Harbor High
High School Diploma
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