Faith Casey
Detroit,MI
Summary
Proven Certified Dialysis Technician from Henry Ford Hospital, adept in hemodialysis procedures and patient education, significantly increased patient satisfaction. Expert in vascular access management and fostering patient care coordination, I maintain rigorous infection control, ensuring a safe treatment environment. Continuously updating skills, I excel in delivering compassionate, efficient care, streamlining unit workflow.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Dialysis Technician
Henry Ford Hospital
08.2015 - Current
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- 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.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to provide comprehensive care for dialysis patients.
- Conducted thorough pre-treatment assessments, ensuring all necessary preparations were completed before initiating dialysis procedures.
- Monitored each patient closely during treatment to check for any adverse reactions or change in condition and reported emergencies to attending nurses.
- Ensured accurate documentation of treatment details, contributing to effective communication among staff members.
- Increased patient satisfaction ratings through consistent delivery of empathetic and compassionate care during each visit to the clinic.
- Streamlined workflow within the unit by organizing supplies and maintaining an efficient inventory system.
- Provided in-patient care for Number dialysis patients simultaneously focusing on providing clean, safe, and comfortable treatment environment.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying up-to-date on best practices in dialysis patient care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, adhering to strict infection control protocols.
Education
Wayne County Community College District
Detroit, MISkills
- Hemodialysis Procedures
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Vascular Access Management
- Critical thinking abilities
- Patient Education
- Adaptable to change
- Infection control protocols
- Patient Care Coordination
- Phlebotomy
- Measuring vital signs
Certification
My CCHT certification
Timeline
Certified Dialysis Technician
Henry Ford Hospital
08.2015 - Current
Wayne County Community College District
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