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Irma Arroyo

Menands,NY

Summary

Dynamic Certified Dialysis Technician with extensive experience at DCI, excelling in patient monitoring and equipment maintenance. Proven ability to respond effectively to emergencies while ensuring adherence to infection control protocols. Skilled in data documentation and committed to delivering high-quality care through critical thinking and problem-solving.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Dialysis Technician

DCI
East Greenbush, NY
11.2023 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of all treatments given to each patient.
  • Participated in continuing education activities related to dialysis therapy.
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on all machines used in dialysis treatment.
  • Provided education and support for patients regarding their dialysis treatment plan.
  • Assisted with collection of laboratory specimens from patients being treated with dialysis therapies.
  • Performed dialysis treatments on patients according to physician orders and nursing assessments.
  • Ensured appropriate functioning of equipment prior to use in order to ensure safety of patient.
  • Maintained a safe environment for staff, visitors, and patients at all times.
  • Responded promptly and appropriately to emergency situations involving patients receiving dialysis services.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills when problem solving complex issues associated with delivery of high quality care during the course of treatment sessions.

Certified Dialysis Technician

Cleveland Dialysis Centers
Cleveland, Ohio
11.2022 - 11.2023
  • Utilized critical thinking skills when problem solving complex issues associated with delivery of high quality care during the course of treatment sessions.
  • Transported patients to and from rooms and prepared for treatments according to individual specifications.
  • Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
  • Initiated dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders.
  • Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
  • Monitored patient reactions and machine operation during dialysis treatment.
  • Responded to and managed emergency situations during dialysis treatments.

Travel Certified Dialysis Technician

Quiktravel
Westlake, Ohio
09.2021 - 03.2023
  • Monitored patient responses to treatments and changed settings accordingly.
  • Calibrated, troubleshot or repaired equipment and corrected malfunctions.
  • Calculated and adjusted dialysis machine settings based on patient prescriptions.
  • Responded to and managed emergency situations during dialysis treatments.
  • Ensured strict adherence to safety protocols and infection control measures.
  • Conducted water treatment analysis to ensure purity for dialysis procedures.
  • Conducted pre- and post-treatment assessments of patients, including vital sign monitoring.

Certified Dialysis Technician

American Renal Associates Holdings Inc.
Butler, PA
10.2019 - 03.2023
  • Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
  • Initiated dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders.
  • Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
  • Monitored patient reactions and machine operation during dialysis treatment.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment in compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Calculated and adjusted dialysis machine settings based on patient prescriptions.
  • Responded to and managed emergency situations during dialysis treatments.

Education

GED -

Eastern District High School
Brooklyn, NY
06-1994

Skills

  • Dialysis treatment
  • Machine operation
  • Patient monitoring
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Infection control
  • Data documentation

Timeline

Certified Dialysis Technician

DCI
11.2023 - Current

Certified Dialysis Technician

Cleveland Dialysis Centers
11.2022 - 11.2023

Travel Certified Dialysis Technician

Quiktravel
09.2021 - 03.2023

Certified Dialysis Technician

American Renal Associates Holdings Inc.
10.2019 - 03.2023

GED -

Eastern District High School

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