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Jennifer Uriostegui

Belleville,IL

Summary

Experienced Dialysis Technician with 15 years of experience providing outstanding care to patients in various stages of renal failure. Accomplished in building rapport with patients and explaining procedures to ease anxiety. Offering expert knowledge of hemodialysis treatment, unit operations and regulatory guidelines.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician - CCHT

Fresenius
10.2019 - Current
  • 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.
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, facilitating efficient patient care and reducing workload for nurses.
  • Maintained accurate medical records by diligently entering patient data and updating information as needed.
  • Ensured a safe and clean environment for patients, conducting regular checks and maintaining cleanliness standards.
  • Assist in training new employees

Patient Care Technician - CCHT

NxStage Kidney Care
03.2015 - 10.2019
  • Ensured a safe and clean environment for patients, conducting regular checks and maintaining cleanliness standards.
  • Implemented patient-centered interventions based on individual needs assessments and tailored care plans accordingly.
  • Coordinated patient transportation, ensuring timely and safe transfers between various healthcare facilities or departments.
  • 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.
  • Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
  • Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
  • 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.
  • Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.
  • Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.

Patient Care Technician - CCHT

Fresenius
01.2013 - 03.2015
  • Promoted effective communication among healthcare professionals, acting as a liaison between patients and their providers when necessary.
  • Ensured a safe and clean environment for patients, conducting regular checks and maintaining cleanliness standards.
  • Streamlined patient admission processes by efficiently gathering relevant information and completing accurate documentation.
  • Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
  • 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.
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, facilitating efficient patient care and reducing workload for nurses.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
  • Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
  • Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
  • Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.

Patient Care Technician - CCHT

DaVita
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
  • Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
  • Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
  • Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
  • Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
  • Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
  • Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
  • Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
  • Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
  • Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
  • Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
  • Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, facilitating efficient patient care and reducing workload for nurses.

Medical Assistant

Vascular and Hand Surgery
03.2008 - 01.2011
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
  • Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
  • Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
  • Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
  • Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.

Education

Associate of Science - Currently Taking Prerequisites For ASN Program

Kaskaskia College
Centralia, IL

No Degree - Medical Assistant Certification

Swic
Belleville, IL

Skills

    Bilingual:Spanish

  • Infection control protocols
  • HIPAA
  • Patient records administration
  • Safety monitoring
  • Aseptic techniques
  • Patient relationship management
  • Emergency response
  • Acute hemodialysis treatment
  • Water treatment systems
  • Dialysis equipment operation
  • Vital statistics
  • Strong work ethic

Certification

  • CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
  • Certified medical assistant

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Patient Care Technician - CCHT

Fresenius
10.2019 - Current

Patient Care Technician - CCHT

NxStage Kidney Care
03.2015 - 10.2019

Patient Care Technician - CCHT

Fresenius
01.2013 - 03.2015

Patient Care Technician - CCHT

DaVita
01.2011 - 01.2013

Medical Assistant

Vascular and Hand Surgery
03.2008 - 01.2011

Associate of Science - Currently Taking Prerequisites For ASN Program

Kaskaskia College

No Degree - Medical Assistant Certification

Swic

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