Ida Johnson
Beaumont,TX
Summary
Talented professional highly knowledgeable in chronic diseases affecting renal functions. Successful in working as part of interdisciplinary team to achieve care and outcome goals when building relationships with patients. Prepared to bring several-year track record to growing organization.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Innovative Renal/ American Renal
Beaumont, TX
11.2009 - Current
- Trained new dialysis technicians on machine operation and patient care procedures.
- Documented all patient information accurately in their medical records.
- Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
- Discontinued dialysis treatment according to established procedures.
- Sustained hemodialysis workflow by inventorying and restocking needed equipment and supplies.
- Participated in continuous education to stay updated on dialysis technology advancements.
- Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
- Responded to and managed emergency situations during dialysis treatments.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to enhance patient care.
- Conducted pre- and post-treatment assessments of patients, including vital sign monitoring.
- Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
Respite Caregiver
Buckner Children And Family Services
Beaumont, TX
05.2004 - 01.2011
- Made transportation arrangements and accompanied clients for appointments, errands and outings.
- Cared for children in a safe and nurturing environment while parents took short-term breaks from caregiving responsibilities.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Provided home care and worked at care facilities.
- Actively participated in team meetings designed for professional development purposes.
- Monitored the safety of the child and children at all times during respite care.
- Participated in enjoyable activities with clients to provide mental stimulation.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Assisted with activities such as playtime, meal preparation, bathing, dressing, and toileting.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, medications administered, meals served.
- Administered prescribed medications and treated minor symptoms and wounds.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Adhered to agency policies regarding confidentiality and client rights while providing respite care services.
- Responded promptly and appropriately to emergency situations according to established protocols.
- Participated in training sessions related to respite care services in order to stay abreast of best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO02-2027
Some College (No Degree) - Licence Vocational Nursing
Lamar State College Orange
Orange, TXSkills
- Needle insertion
- Patient positioning
- Blood sample collection
- Fluid management
- Clinical communication
- Pre-dialysis preparation
- Dialysis machine operation
- Post-dialysis care
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Healthcare regulations
- HIPAA compliance
- Vascular Access care
- Patient monitoring
- [Type] Software Proficiency
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Multitasking
- Leadership capabilities
Timeline
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Innovative Renal/ American Renal
11.2009 - Current
Respite Caregiver
Buckner Children And Family Services
05.2004 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University
Some College (No Degree) - Licence Vocational Nursing
Lamar State College Orange
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