Grace Alexander
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Knowledgeable Patient Care Tech with two 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
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
DaVita
01.2022 - 04.2024
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Reduced infection risk by strictly adhering to all infection control protocols and properly disposing of biohazard materials.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
Scheduler
BrightStar Care
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Reduced scheduling conflicts and ensured timely execution of tasks through proactive rescheduling and resource allocation adjustments.
- Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction through diligent scheduling coordination, ensuring all deliverables were met within agreed timeframes.
- Consistently met deadlines by effectively allocating resources, tracking progress, and making necessary adjustments to schedules as needed.
Barista
Starbucks
06.2017 - 02.2021
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
Education
High School Diploma -
William Mason High School
Mason, OH05.2017
High School Diploma -
Scarlet Oaks Career Development
Cincinnati, OH05.2017
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Observation
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Infection control standards
- Catheter Care
- CPR Certification
- Calm Under Stress
- Hemodialysis Procedures
- Maintaining Sterility
- HIPAA Compliance
- Cannulation techniques
Certification
- CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
DaVita
01.2022 - 04.2024
Scheduler
BrightStar Care
02.2021 - 12.2022
Barista
Starbucks
06.2017 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
William Mason High School
High School Diploma -
Scarlet Oaks Career Development
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