Jessica Ivey
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Knowledgeable dialyses patient care tech with 25 years of hands-on experience in hemodialysis, nephrology care and end-stage renal failure treatment. Well-versed in all elements of dialysis, including initiating and terminating treatment, educating patients and maintaining highest standards of sanitation and safety. Detail-oriented and well-versed in all elements of hemodialysis and skilled in operating in-center hemodialysis machines. Highly knowledgeable of infection control measures, aseptic techniques and bloodborne pathogens standards.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
DaVita
04.2012 - Current
- Increased clinic efficiency by maintaining up-to-date patient records and consistently updating treatment plans as needed.
- Reduced infection risk by strictly adhering to all infection control protocols and properly disposing of biohazard materials.
- Instructed patients in at-home care and continued treatments.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and maintaining a clean, safe dialysis environment.
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations governing dialysis facilities by staying current on industry updates and implementing necessary changes promptly.
- Inventoried, ordered and restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Ensured optimal equipment functionality through regular inspections, cleaning, and routine maintenance.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families through open communication channels and consistent updates on progress or setbacks in treatment plans.
- Contributed to higher patient satisfaction levels by addressing concerns quickly, professionally, and empathetically.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Tidewater Community College
Virginia Beach, VASkills
- CPR/AED
- Medical History Review
- Continuing education
- Blood Sampling
- Phlebotomy Technician (RPT)
- Safety Monitoring
- Patient Care
- Equipment Calibration
- Case oversight
- Patient Health Education
- Patient Observation
- Patient Care Technician (PCT)
- Attention to Detail
- Sterilization techniques
- Punctual and Dependable
Certification
- CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Timeline
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
DaVita
04.2012 - Current
No Degree - Nursing
Tidewater Community College