Jameca Polk
Hampton,VA
Summary
Certified healthcare professional with strong expertise in performing hemodialysis treatments and ensuring high patient care standards. Skilled at operating dialysis machines, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining sterile environments. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective teamwork to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Adept at educating patients on treatment procedures and maintaining detailed medical records.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
Gloucester, VA
09.2022 - Current
- Minimized complications related to vascular access sites by performing proper cannulation techniques using both needles and catheters according to established protocols.
- Reduced the risk of infections by adhering to strict infection control protocols during all procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent teamwork skills while assisting other technicians during busy shifts for optimal patient care delivery.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Assisted patients with their pre-dialysis weight measurements, ensuring accurate assessment of fluid removal needs during the procedure.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Enhanced patient care by providing efficient and accurate hemodialysis treatments.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Completed required training courses on time, staying up-to-date with industry best practices and advancements in dialysis technology for improved patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility when faced with unexpected challenges during a shift, using critical thinking skills to find effective solutions that maintained high-quality patient care standards.
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Healthcare Support Staffing
101 Southhall Ln #100 Maitland, FL 32751
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Supported a welcoming atmosphere within the clinic by engaging in positive interactions with patients' family members or caregivers when appropriate, fostering strong relationships that ultimately benefit overall treatment experience for patients themselves.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- 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.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Inventoried, ordered and restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Demonstrated excellent teamwork skills while assisting other technicians during busy shifts for optimal patient care delivery.
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita Dialysis
711 79th Street Newport News VA 23605
01.2011 - 06.2021
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Operated and maintained medical equipment used to diagnose and treat patients.
- Gathered, charted, and analyzed patient history data and discussed key points with clinicians.
- Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Increased patient satisfaction through compassionate communication and attentive listening to their concerns or questions regarding treatment plans.
- Ensured quality treatment outcomes by closely monitoring patient vital signs and adjusting machine settings as needed.
Education
Associate Of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Medical Careers Institute
Newport News, VA04.2010
Skills
- Dialysis machine operation
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Vascular Access care
- Venipuncture
- Adaptable to change
- Patient monitoring
- Equipment sterilization
- Clinical communication
- Post-dialysis care
- Water treatment systems
- Pre-dialysis preparation
- Patient care
- Direct patient care
- Patient education
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Infection control standards
- Infection control protocols
- Safety monitoring
- Aseptic techniques
- Continuing education
- Treatment documentation
- Alarm response
- Dialysis equipment operation
- Vital statistics
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- CPR certification
- Active listening
- Patient safety
- Punctual and dependable
- Self-driven and motivated
- Equipment safety
Timeline
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
09.2022 - Current
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Healthcare Support Staffing
06.2021 - 09.2022
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita Dialysis
01.2011 - 06.2021
Associate Of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Medical Careers Institute