Erika Abril
Tucson Estates,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician with proven expertise in dialysis machine operation and patient monitoring at DaVita. Recognized for enhancing patient care through effective teamwork and critical thinking, while minimizing complications and ensuring adherence to infection control protocols. Committed to delivering compassionate care and maintaining high-quality standards in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita
12.2023 - Current
- Minimized complications related to vascular access sites by performing proper cannulation techniques using both needles and catheters according to established protocols.
- Reduced the risk of infections by adhering to strict infection control protocols during all procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent teamwork skills while assisting other technicians during busy shifts for optimal patient care delivery.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Assisted patients with their pre-dialysis weight measurements, ensuring accurate assessment of fluid removal needs during the procedure.
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility when faced with unexpected challenges during a shift, using critical thinking skills to find effective solutions that maintained high-quality patient care standards.
Patient Care Technician
Carondelet St. Mary's Hospital
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Cashier
Los Betos Mexican Restaurant
09.2018 - 09.2022
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Demonstrated outgoing and friendly behavior and positive attitude and interacted well with staff and customers.
- Took orders at drive-thru or front counter and accurately processed payments to provide guests with great service.
- Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines at all times.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cholla High School
Tucson, AZ05-2022
Skills
- Dialysis machine operation
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Blood sample collection
- Patient monitoring
- Water treatment systems
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Critical thinking
- CPR certification
Certification
- CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
- CPR
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita
12.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Carondelet St. Mary's Hospital
10.2022 - 11.2023
Cashier
Los Betos Mexican Restaurant
09.2018 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Cholla High School
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