EMERSON MICHEL
Hempstead,NY
Summary
Disciplined Dialysis technician with more than 10 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.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Dialysis Technician
Northwell Health Hospital
05.2022 - Current
- •Rinses, primes and positions all appropriate equipment, attaches all required tubing,connects appropriate dialysate solutions, calibrates and checks alarms, sets monitors and performs a system check
- •Maintains a safe environment for patient and staff by following infection control procedures,competence in meeting the established standards of care in the Dialysis Unit
- . Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain knowledge of current best practices in hemodialysis treatment
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards related to hemodialysis treatment. Maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to HIPAA regulations
- Assist with other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor
Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Experienced in venipuncture, placed patients on dialysis machine and monitored all vital signs
- Obtained lab draws for the week and the month to ensure accuracy of treatment for patients
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team-members to optimize patient care and support
- Observed patients and conducted machine safety checks according to facility policy; reported any change or unusual findings to the supervisor.
Hemodialysis Technician
Glen Garrif Dialysis
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Operate hemodialysis machine to provide dialysis treatment for patients with kidney failure: Attaches dialyzer and tubing to machine to assemble for use
- Transport patient to dialysis room and position patient on chair at hemodialysis machine
- Record patient's pre dialysis/ post dialysis weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate, and respiration rate
- Connect hemodialysis machine to access in patient's forearm or catheter site to start blood circulating through dialyzer
- Inspect equipment settings, including pressures, conductivity, and temperature to ensure conformance to safety standards
- Calculate fluid removal or replacement to be achieved during dialysis procedure
- Monitor patient for adverse reaction and hemodialysis machine for malfunction.
Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita Long Island Renal Care
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Evaluated patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures; provided appropriate intervention as needed documenting and reporting any unusual finding
- Ensured that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy
- Initiated dialysis via approved access using proper cannulation or central venous catheter techniques in accordance with state, federal, and local regulations
- Participated in CQI monitoring and improvement activities and programs.
Education
License Practical Nurse
Hunter Business School
Levittown, NY 02.2024 - 05.2025
High School Diploma -
Deer Park High School
Deer Park, NY06.2007
Skills
- Computer Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Vast knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA guidelines
- Excellent Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Dialysis treatment
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- HIPAA
- Measuring vital signs
Certification
.CPR Certified, American Heart Association, 08/2024
- CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician BONET #215574. 11/2027
- Star Academy, Certified Hemodialysis Technician, 2015
- Farmingdale State University, Certified Nurse Assistant, 2012
References
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Timeline
License Practical Nurse
Hunter Business School
02.2024 - 05.2025
Dialysis Technician
Northwell Health Hospital
05.2022 - Current
Hemodialysis Technician
Glen Garrif Dialysis
08.2020 - 05.2022
Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
03.2020 - 10.2022
Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita Long Island Renal Care
02.2018 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Deer Park High School