Hi, I’m
Ella Acosta
Honolulu,HI
Summary
Dedicated CCHT with extensive experience at U.S. Renal Care, excelling in hemodialysis procedures and patient care. Proven ability to enhance treatment outcomes through meticulous blood pressure monitoring and effective communication. Committed to maintaining infection control standards while fostering strong patient relationships, ensuring a compassionate and safe environment for all.
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in dialysis patient care and clinical operations. Known for collaborating seamlessly with team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes and adapting to dynamic healthcare environments. Brings strong skills in patient monitoring and operational efficiency, consistently upholding high standards.
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician with comprehensive experience in patient care and dialysis procedures. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in patient monitoring, equipment management, and troubleshooting. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring high-quality care in dynamic healthcare environment.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
U.S Renal Care- Aloha Dialysis
CCHT
10.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Performed accurate water quality testing, ensuring optimal conditions for safe and effective dialysis treatments.
- Assisted with dialysis technician orientation and training to promote high standard of patient care.
- Provided comprehensive pre-and post-treatment assessments, identifying any potential complications and addressing them promptly.
- Improved patient care by providing timely and accurate hemodialysis treatments.
- Completed dialysis machine and equipment setup prior to patient treatment and performed safety tests to verify readiness.
- Responded to dialysis-related emergency situations under nurse supervision.
- Obtained patient's blood samples via access site or dialysis lines.
- Performed dialysis access site cannulation and initiated dialysis treatment.
- Monitored patient's vital signs and adjusted dialysis treatment parameters.
- Followed prescribed infection control protocols and wore personal protective equipment to minimize contamination risk.
- Disinfected dialysis station, equipment and chairs after completion of each patient treatment.
- Demonstrated strong critical thinking skills in emergency situations, implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize patients in distress.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism at all times, upholding the highest standards of patient care and confidentiality.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by providing detailed handoffs to incoming staff members regarding patient status updates or changes in treatment plans.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, earning their trust through consistent professionalism and genuine empathy.
- Promoted a positive clinic atmosphere by engaging with patients during treatments, addressing questions or concerns as they arose.
Liberty Dialysis- Waipahu
CCHT
09.2016 - 10.2018
Job overview
- Performed accurate water quality testing, ensuring optimal conditions for safe and effective dialysis treatments.
- Assisted with dialysis technician orientation and training to promote high standard of patient care.
- Provided comprehensive pre-and post-treatment assessments, identifying any potential complications and addressing them promptly.
- Improved patient care by providing timely and accurate hemodialysis treatments.
- Completed dialysis machine and equipment setup prior to patient treatment and performed safety tests to verify readiness.
- Responded to dialysis-related emergency situations under nurse supervision.
- Obtained patient's blood samples via access site or dialysis lines.
- Performed dialysis access site cannulation and initiated dialysis treatment.
- Monitored patient's vital signs and adjusted dialysis treatment parameters.
- Delivered required oxygen by mask or cannula.
- Followed prescribed infection control protocols and wore personal protective equipment to minimize contamination risk.
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
Kapiolani Hospital
Clerical Assistant
09.2013 - 10.2015
Job overview
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive company information while handling sensitive documents and communications.
- Ensured accuracy in data entry tasks, resulting in improved record-keeping and reduced errors.
- Increased department efficiency by managing correspondence, answering phones, and directing inquiries to appropriate personnel.
- Prioritized daily tasks effectively to meet deadlines consistently without compromising quality or detail.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by promoting effective communication among team members.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
Saint Francis Hospice
Certified Nursing Assistant
11.2013 - 06.2015
Job overview
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Maluhia Hospital
Certified Nursing Assistant
01.2009 - 10.2013
Job overview
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Aloha Nursing Rehab Centre
Certified Nursing Assistant
12.2008 - 01.2009
Job overview
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Education
Waipahu High School Waipahu, HI
GED
09-1996
Skills
- Hemodialysis procedures
- Vascular Access care
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Maintaining sterility
- Equipment setup
- Dialysis treatment
- Patient care
- Direct patient care
- Blood sample collection
- Documentation accuracy
- Infection control standards
- HIPAA
- Safety monitoring
- Treatment documentation
Certification
- CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Languages
Bisayan
Full Professional
Tagalog
Professional Working
Timeline
CCHT
U.S Renal Care- Aloha Dialysis
10.2018 - Current
CCHT
Liberty Dialysis- Waipahu
09.2016 - 10.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Saint Francis Hospice
11.2013 - 06.2015
Clerical Assistant
Kapiolani Hospital
09.2013 - 10.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maluhia Hospital
01.2009 - 10.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
Aloha Nursing Rehab Centre
12.2008 - 01.2009
Waipahu High School
GED
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