Jessica Owens
Marietta
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience at US Renal Care, excelling in hemodialysis procedures and patient care coordination. Proven ability to mentor and train staff, ensuring high standards of care. Certified in CPR/AED, I am self-driven and dependable, committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective safety monitoring and compassionate support.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CCHT/ PCT Preceptor
US Renal Care
09.2019 - Current
- Performed accurate water quality testing, ensuring optimal conditions for safe and effective dialysis treatments.
- Provided comprehensive pre-and post-treatment assessments, identifying any potential complications and addressing them promptly.
- Assisted with dialysis technician orientation and training to promote high standard of patient care.
- Improved patient care by providing timely and accurate hemodialysis treatments.
- Completed dialysis machine and equipment setup prior to patient treatment and performed safety tests to verify readiness.
- Responded to dialysis-related emergency situations under nurse supervision.
- Obtained patient's blood samples via access site or dialysis lines.
- Performed dialysis access site cannulation and initiated dialysis treatment.
- Participated in technical and clinical competency reviews to maintain dialysis treatment skill level.
- Delivered required oxygen by mask or cannula.
- Followed prescribed infection control protocols and wore personal protective equipment to minimize contamination risk.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.
- Performed diagnostic tests and reported results to healthcare providers.
- Evaluated PCT student performance, offering constructive feedback to facilitate continuous improvement and growth.
Office Manager/Small Business Co-Owner
Beyond Care Home Care, LLC
08.2013 - 09.2018
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
- Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
- Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
- Contributed to workplace safety by ensuring compliance with established emergency protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Handled sensitive employee and client information with utmost confidentiality, maintaining trust and integrity.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Collaborated with co-owner on critical decision-making regarding business growth opportunities and strategic partnerships.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the small business, overseeing personnel schedules and handling customer inquiries as needed.
CCHT/PCT Preceptor
Fresenius Medical Center(Twin Oaks Dialysis)
03.2000 - 02.2013
- Performed accurate water quality testing, ensuring optimal conditions for safe and effective dialysis treatments.
- Provided comprehensive pre-and post-treatment assessments, identifying any potential complications and addressing them promptly.
- Assisted with dialysis technician orientation and training to promote high standard of patient care.
- Completed dialysis machine and equipment setup prior to patient treatment and performed safety tests to verify readiness.
- Performed dialysis access site cannulation and initiated dialysis treatment.
- Monitored patient's vital signs and adjusted dialysis treatment parameters.
- Followed prescribed infection control protocols and wore personal protective equipment to minimize contamination risk.
Education
High School Diploma -
Belton Honea Path High School
Honea Path, SC06-2000
Skills
- Hemodialysis procedures
- Vascular Access care
- Punctual and dependable
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Safety monitoring
- Self-driven and motivated
Certification
CCHT
CPR/AED/First Aide
VAM (vascular access manager)
Home Dialysis Champion
Timeline
CCHT/ PCT Preceptor
US Renal Care
09.2019 - Current
Office Manager/Small Business Co-Owner
Beyond Care Home Care, LLC
08.2013 - 09.2018
CCHT/PCT Preceptor
Fresenius Medical Center(Twin Oaks Dialysis)
03.2000 - 02.2013
High School Diploma -
Belton Honea Path High School
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