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Hubert Appiah

Dumfries,Virginia

Summary

Dynamic Patient Care Technician with a proven track record at DaVita, enhancing patient safety and satisfaction through expert dialysis support and compassionate care. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and team collaboration, I significantly contributed to quality improvement initiatives. My dedication to patient education and infection control protocols ensures optimal health outcomes and a safe environment.A team player who won the shining star award in the region and floated in the region.

Overview

2022
2022
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician - CCHT

DaVita
  • Managed emergency situations effectively, following established protocols to ensure optimal patient safety during critical moments.
  • Provided individualized care to patients, constantly monitoring their condition and reporting any changes to the nursing team.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and timely care to patients in various healthcare settings.
  • Contributed to continuous improvement efforts within the department by actively participating in quality improvement initiatives.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering a sense of comfort and understanding throughout the care process.
  • Performed diagnostic tests accurately, ensuring timely results for informed decision-making regarding treatment plans.
  • Administered intravenous therapy under supervision of registered nurses, adhering strictly to protocol for optimal results without complications.
  • Demonstrated expertise in operating specialized medical equipment such as EKG machines or dialysis devices for enhanced patient diagnostics.
  • Educated patients on proper medication usage, promoting adherence to treatment plans and improving health outcomes.
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, facilitating efficient patient care and reducing workload for nurses.
  • Ensured a safe and clean environment for patients, conducting regular room checks and maintaining cleanliness standards.
  • Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
  • Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
  • Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
  • Inventoried, ordered and restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
  • Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
  • 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.
  • Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
  • Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
  • Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
  • Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
  • Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.

ICT Classroom Teacher

Adiebeba Basic School
02.2020 - 02.2022
  • Established a positive learning environment where students felt comfortable taking risks, asking questions, and sharing their ideas openly during class discussions or group activities.
  • Improved students'' critical thinking skills by designing project-based learning experiences and real-world problem-solving tasks.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum units that connected subject matter across multiple content areas.
  • Served on school committees focused on improving school culture, enhancing academic programs, or addressing specific challenges facing the school community.

Sales Manager

Ababio Express
12.2014 - 01.2020
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
  • Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
  • Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.

Education

Basic Education - Basic Education

University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast Ghana
04.2022

Wassce - General Arts

Assemblies of God Senior High School
Kumasi Ghana
05.2013

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Catheter care
  • Isolation precautions
  • Phlebotomy techniques
  • Blood glucose testing
  • Specimen collection
  • Mobility assistance
  • Dialysis support
  • Dialysis treatment
  • Measuring vital signs
  • Patient care
  • Direct patient care
  • Team collaboration
  • Blood sample collection
  • Patient education
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Patient observation
  • Infection control standards
  • Infection control protocols
  • HIPAA
  • Patient records administration
  • Safety monitoring
  • Patient relations
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Emergency response

Certification

CCHT - BONNET

  • Dialysis Technician Certification- Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission.
  • CPR
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

ICT Classroom Teacher

Adiebeba Basic School
02.2020 - 02.2022

Sales Manager

Ababio Express
12.2014 - 01.2020

Patient Care Technician - CCHT

DaVita

Basic Education - Basic Education

University of Cape Coast

Wassce - General Arts

Assemblies of God Senior High School

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