Jessica Hamilton
Thomaston,GA
Summary
Skilled Dialysis Technician with a proven track record at Davita, enhancing patient care through expert hemodialysis procedures and compassionate patient education. Demonstrated success in infection control and patient observation, significantly improving safety and satisfaction. Excelled in fast-paced environments, showcasing strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to excellence in healthcare.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Dialysis Technician
Davita
03.2018 - Current
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment through diligent adherence to infection control protocols.
Phlebotomist Technician
Piedmont Fayetteville Hospital
12.2017 - 03.2018
- Reduced patient anxiety through compassionate communication and expert venipuncture techniques.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Continuously updated phlebotomy knowledge through professional development courses, ensuring best practices were upheld.
- Upheld HIPAA compliance through careful management of confidential patient records and lab results.
Zaxbys Cashier/Assistant Manager
Zaxbys
11.2014 - 09.2017
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at the cashier counter.
- Assisted in inventory management tasks, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing product loss due to expiration or damage.
- Improved overall store cleanliness and presentation, resulting in a more welcoming atmosphere for customers.
- Built positive relationships with customers to increase repeat business.
Education
Certification - Phlebotomy
Southern Crescent Technical College
Griffin, GA12-2017
High School Diploma -
Upson-Lee High School
Thomaston,Ga05-2015
Skills
- Hemodialysis Procedures
- Patient Education
- Infection control standards
- Patient Care
- Vascular Access Management
- Infection control protocols
- Fluid Management
- Patient Observation
- Measuring vital signs
- Blood sample collection
- Safety Monitoring
- HIPAA
- Water treatment systems
Accomplishments
- Trained staff on hemodialysis machine operations and proper connection to access the site.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Preceptor
I train upcoming dialysis technicians on the job and also I audit fellow technicians to make sure policy and procedure is being done.
Timeline
Dialysis Technician
Davita
03.2018 - Current
Phlebotomist Technician
Piedmont Fayetteville Hospital
12.2017 - 03.2018
Zaxbys Cashier/Assistant Manager
Zaxbys
11.2014 - 09.2017
Certification - Phlebotomy
Southern Crescent Technical College
High School Diploma -
Upson-Lee High School