India Coston
Detroit,MI
Summary
Patient-oriented Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician bringing a 3-year background to growing organization. Highly knowledgeable in chronic diseases affecting renal functions; Expert in safely initiating, monitoring and terminating hemodialysis and simultaneously managing patients receiving treatment. Well versed in all facets of hemodialysis and accomplished in leveraging clinical knowledge to quickly respond to emergency situations. Committed to delivering top-notch care and building strong teams through one-on-one coaching and role modeling.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Davita, Inc & American Renal Associates
Pontiac, MI
05.2022 - Current
- Communicated with management or other staff to resolve problems.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment used for dialysis treatments according to safety protocols.
- Conducted laboratory tests on blood samples taken from patients before and after dialysis sessions.
- Attached dialyzer and tubing to dialysis machines for use in hemodialysis treatment.
- Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
- Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
- Performed routine sterilization, cleaning, and maintenance of hemodialysis machines and equipment.
- Eased patients' anxiety by explaining dialysis procedures and dialysis machine operations.
- Provided education to patients regarding diet, lifestyle modifications, nutrition, fluid management and medication compliance.
- Assisted nurses in providing patient care by performing tasks such as taking vital signs or collecting specimens.
- Provided emotional support to patients undergoing hemodialysis treatments by listening attentively and responding compassionately.
- Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Nursing Assistant
Pomeroy Assisted Living
Lake Orion , MI
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
OR Clerk
Henry Ford Hospital
West Bloomfield , MI
04.2021 - 05.2021
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email or in-person to provide information.
- Produced high-quality documents, spreadsheets and presentations for internal and customer-facing needs.
- Prepare and assign patients to a room
- Aid in the preparation for surgery
Nutrition Services Attendant
Beaumont Hospital
Royal Oak, MI
10.2019 - 10.2020
- Took meal trays to more than a hundred patients and checked for satisfaction with dietary requirements.
- Developed nutrition plans addressing individual patient diabetes and food allergies.
- Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
- Coordinated menus and ordered necessary items to prepare food for medical requirements.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Oakland Community College
Royal Oak, MI05-2026
Skills
- Emotional and Social Support
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Observation Documentation
- Linen Replacements
- Nutrition and Diet
- Feeding Assistance
- Surgical Preparation
- Caregiver Relations
- Patient Scheduling
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medication Administration
- Patient Monitoring
- Sample Collection
- Hemodialysis Treatment
Timeline
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Davita, Inc & American Renal Associates
05.2022 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Pomeroy Assisted Living
10.2021 - 12.2021
OR Clerk
Henry Ford Hospital
04.2021 - 05.2021
Nutrition Services Attendant
Beaumont Hospital
10.2019 - 10.2020
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Oakland Community College
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