Accomplished Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician and Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis, enhancing patient care through expert dialysis treatment and exceptional patient observation. Skilled in equipment calibration and fostering team collaboration, consistently improving treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
09.2014 - Current
Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
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.
Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Floyd E. Tut Fann Veterans Home
03.2013 - 02.2015
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
On Call HHD Training Nurse and Preceptor (NxStage) at Fresenius Kidney Care DialysisOn Call HHD Training Nurse and Preceptor (NxStage) at Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis