Farida Ali
CCHT
The Colony,TX
Summary
Proven Patient Care Technician with extensive experience at AmeriTech Kidney Center, adept in maintaining dialysis equipment and advanced nephrology knowledge. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving and team collaboration skills, significantly enhancing patient care quality. Committed to achieving superior results through meticulous procedure assistance and recordkeeping. Experienced Dialysis Technician with 17 years of experience providing outstanding care to patients in various stages of renal failure. Accomplished in building rapport with patients and explaining procedures to ease anxiety. Offering expert knowledge of hemodialysis treatment, unit operations and regulatory guidelines.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician - CCHT
AmeriTech Kidney Center - Innovative Renal Care
09.2006 - 01.2024
- Under supervision of Medical Director and R.N., provided Hemodialysis treatment to patients at AmeriTech Kidney Center.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, following established protocols to ensure optimal patient safety during critical moments.
- Supported post-operative care by closely monitoring vital signs, administering prescribed medications, and addressing any complications promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for improved patient outcomes and streamlined communication among providers.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, facilitating efficient patient care and reducing workload for nurses.
- Provided individualized care to patients, constantly monitoring their condition and reporting any changes to the nursing team.
- Promoted effective communication among healthcare professionals, acting as a liaison between patients and their providers when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering a sense of comfort and understanding throughout the care process.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and timely care to patients in various healthcare settings.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Inventoried, ordered and restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
Education
Certification - HEMODIALYSIS
Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission
Dallas, United States09.2024
Certification -
Phlebotomist
Dallas, United States11.2004
Skills
- Procedure Assistance
- Problem-Solving
- Recordkeeping and Documentation
- In-Service Training
- Team Collaboration
- Self-Driven and Motivated
- Punctual and Dependable
- Maintaining Dialysis Equipment
- Hemodialysis Treatment
- Staff Supervision
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Extensive Technical training on BRAUNS and FRESENIUS EQUIPMENT
Languages
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Patient Care Technician - CCHT
AmeriTech Kidney Center - Innovative Renal Care
09.2006 - 01.2024
Certification - HEMODIALYSIS
Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission
Certification -
Phlebotomist
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