Elleene Dawson
Villa Rica,Ga
Summary
Diligent [Desired Position] with solid background in hemodialysis procedures and patient care. Consistently ensures accurate machine setup and sterile techniques, enhancing patient outcomes. Demonstrated ability to manage patient concerns with empathy and professionalism. Experienced healthcare professional focused on delivering high-quality patient care in clinical setting. Expertise in hemodialysis procedures, equipment management, and patient monitoring. Strong emphasis on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Recognized for reliability, strong communication skills, and ability to handle dynamic, fast-paced environments effectively. Highly skilled CCHT with 36 years in dialysis treatment field. Delivered 360 patient treatments in large inpatient facility. Excellent technical skills and empathetic demeanor leading to positive patient outcomes. Disciplined with more than 36 years of experience delivering outstanding care to patients and operating various types of dialysis equipment. Empathetic medical staff aware of patient physical and emotional needs throughout dialysis process. Relevant technician with evolving awareness of cutting-edge advancements in care and treatment. Knowledgeable CCHT with 36 years of hands-on experience in hemodialysis, nephrology care and end-stage renal failure treatment. Well-versed in all elements of dialysis, including initiating and terminating treatment, educating patients and maintaining highest standards of sanitation and safety.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
03.2011 - Current
- Duties:
- I was responsible for setting up and operating the hemodialysis machines for patients with kidney failure;
- I attached the dialyzer to the tubing machine to assemble for use;
- I mixed dialysate according to formula and I primed the dialyzer with saline or heparinized solution in order to prepare the dialysis machine for operation;
- I transported patients to the dialysis room and positioned them on lounge chairs at the hemodialysis machine;
- I took and recorded the patients' pre-dialysis weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate;
- I explained the dialysis procedure and operation of the hemodialysis machine to the patients before every treatment to calm their anxieties.
- I cleaned the area of access (fistula, graft, or catheter), using antiseptic solution. I connected the hemodialysis machine to access in patients' forearm or the catheter site to start blood circulating through the dialyzer;
- I inspected the equipment setting, including pressures conductivity (proportion of the chemicals to water) and temperature to ensure conformance to safety standards;
- I started the blood flow pump at the prescribed rate, and inspected venous and arterial pressures as registered on equipment to ensure pressures are within the established limits;
- I calculated fluid removal or replacement to be achieved during the dialysis procedures and monitored patients for adverse reaction and hemodialysis machines for malfunction.
- I was also responsible for taking and recording the patient's post-dialysis weight, temperature, blood, pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate.
Hemodialysis Technician
Travmed USA Staffing
02.1999 - 12.2010
- Duties:
- I was responsible for setting up and operating the hemodialysis machines for patients with kidney failure;
- I attached the dialyzer to the tubing machine to assemble for use;
- I mixed dialysate according to formula and I primed the dialyzer with saline or heparinized solution in order to prepare the dialysis machine for operation;
- I transported patients to the dialysis room and positioned them on lounge chairs at the hemodialysis machine;
- I took and recorded the patients' pre-dialysis weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate;
- I explained the dialysis procedure and operation of the hemodialysis machine to the patients before every treatment to calm their anxieties.
- I cleaned the area of access (fistula, graft, or catheter), using antiseptic solution. I connected the hemodialysis machine to access in patients' forearm or the catheter site to start blood circulating through the dialyzer;
- I inspected the equipment setting, including pressures conductivity (proportion of the chemicals to water) and temperature to ensure conformance to safety standards;
- I started the blood flow pump at the prescribed rate, and inspected venous and arterial pressures as registered on equipment to ensure pressures are within the established limits;
- I calculated fluid removal or replacement to be achieved during the dialysis procedures and monitored patients for adverse reaction and hemodialysis machines for malfunction.
- I was also responsible for taking and recording the patient's post-dialysis weight, temperature, blood, pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate.
Hemodialysis Technician
Davita Dialysis
06.1996 - 02.1999
- Duties:
- I was responsible for setting up and operating the hemodialysis machines for patients with kidney failure;
- I attached the dialyzer to the tubing machine to assemble for use;
- I mixed dialysate according to formula and I primed the dialyzer with saline or heparinized solution in order to prepare the dialysis machine for operation;
- I transported patients to the dialysis room and positioned them on lounge chairs at the hemodialysis machine;
- I took and recorded the patients' pre-dialysis weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate;
- I explained the dialysis procedure and operation of the hemodialysis machine to the patients before every treatment to calm their anxieties.
- I cleaned the area of access (fistula, graft, or catheter), using antiseptic solution. I connected the hemodialysis machine to access in patients' forearm or the catheter site to start blood circulating through the dialyzer;
- I inspected the equipment setting, including pressures conductivity (proportion of the chemicals to water) and temperature to ensure conformance to safety standards;
- I started the blood flow pump at the prescribed rate, and inspected venous and arterial pressures as registered on equipment to ensure pressures are within the established limits;
- I calculated fluid removal or replacement to be achieved during the dialysis procedures and monitored patients for adverse reaction and hemodialysis machines for malfunction.
- I was also responsible for taking and recording the patient's post-dialysis weight, temperature, blood, pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate.
Hemodialysis Technician
BMA of Fairfax
04.1994 - 03.1996
- Duties:
- I was responsible for setting up and operating the hemodialysis machines for patients with kidney failure;
- I attached the dialyzer to the tubing machine to assemble for use;
- I mixed dialysate according to formula and I primed the dialyzer with saline or heparinized solution in order to prepare the dialysis machine for operation;
- I transported patients to the dialysis room and positioned them on lounge chairs at the hemodialysis machine;
- I took and recorded the patients' pre-dialysis weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate;
- I explained the dialysis procedure and operation of the hemodialysis machine to the patients before every treatment to calm their anxieties.
- I cleaned the area of access (fistula, graft, or catheter), using antiseptic solution. I connected the hemodialysis machine to access in patients' forearm or the catheter site to start blood circulating through the dialyzer;
- I inspected the equipment setting, including pressures conductivity (proportion of the chemicals to water) and temperature to ensure conformance to safety standards;
- I started the blood flow pump at the prescribed rate, and inspected venous and arterial pressures as registered on equipment to ensure pressures are within the established limits;
- I calculated fluid removal or replacement to be achieved during the dialysis procedures and monitored patients for adverse reaction and hemodialysis machines for malfunction.
- I was also responsible for taking and recording the patient's post-dialysis weight, temperature, blood, pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate.
Hemodialysis Technician
BMA of Camp Springs
06.1989 - 04.1994
- Duties:
- I was responsible for setting up and operating the hemodialysis machines for patients with kidney failure;
- I attached the dialyzer to the tubing machine to assemble for use;
- I mixed dialysate according to formula and I primed the dialyzer with saline or heparinized solution in order to prepare the dialysis machine for operation;
- I transported patients to the dialysis room and positioned them on lounge chairs at the hemodialysis machine;
- I took and recorded the patients' pre-dialysis weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate;
- I explained the dialysis procedure and operation of the hemodialysis machine to the patients before every treatment to calm their anxieties.
- I cleaned the area of access (fistula, graft, or catheter), using antiseptic solution. I connected the hemodialysis machine to access in patients' forearm or the catheter site to start blood circulating through the dialyzer;
- I inspected the equipment setting, including pressures conductivity (proportion of the chemicals to water) and temperature to ensure conformance to safety standards;
- I started the blood flow pump at the prescribed rate, and inspected venous and arterial pressures as registered on equipment to ensure pressures are within the established limits;
- I calculated fluid removal or replacement to be achieved during the dialysis procedures and monitored patients for adverse reaction and hemodialysis machines for malfunction.
- I was also responsible for taking and recording the patient's post-dialysis weight, temperature, blood, pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate.
Skills
- Proficient in managing vascular access techniques
- Patient care techniques
- Effective team player
- Dedication to continuous learning
Certification
- CCHT
- December 2008 to December 2027
- CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Timeline
Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
03.2011 - Current
Hemodialysis Technician
Travmed USA Staffing
02.1999 - 12.2010
Hemodialysis Technician
Davita Dialysis
06.1996 - 02.1999
Hemodialysis Technician
BMA of Fairfax
04.1994 - 03.1996
Hemodialysis Technician
BMA of Camp Springs
06.1989 - 04.1994
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