Jordan Shockley
Boston,MA
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care NA
Dorchester, MA
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Monitored patient's vital signs during dialysis treatments, adjusting the rate of fluid removal as necessary.
- Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
- Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
- Performed routine sterilization, cleaning, and maintenance of hemodialysis machines and equipment.
- Performed daily maintenance on dialysis machines, such as cleaning and sterilization.
- Attached dialyzer and tubing to dialysis machines for use in hemodialysis treatment.
- Initiated and terminated reverse osmosis water system and performed water quality monitoring tests prior to dialysis initiation.
- Performed patient assessments prior to dialysis treatments, including vital signs and weight checks.
- Primed dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions and followed formula directions when preparing dialysate.
- Discontinued dialysis treatment according to established procedures.
- Inspected equipment and conducted safety checks on equipment and instruments to maintain high-quality control standards.
- Eased patients' anxiety by explaining dialysis procedures and dialysis machine operations.
- Calibrated dialysate solution according to prescribed formula for each individual patient's needs.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed while performing duties in the dialysis unit.
- Maintained accurate records of patients' medical history and treatment plans in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Provided emotional support for patients dealing with chronic illness or end-stage renal disease.
- Adhered to all applicable laws, regulations, standards, policies and procedures governing healthcare delivery services.
- Restocked supplies needed for dialysis procedures in an organized manner.
- Evaluated access sites for infection or other complications prior to initiating treatment.
- Instructed patients on proper diet, medications, and other lifestyle modifications related to their renal failure.
- Identified and reported any adverse reactions or changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse.
- Provided education about kidney disease management techniques to both patients and family members.
- Sustained hemodialysis workflow by inventorying and restocking needed equipment and supplies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure best possible outcomes for all patients.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives within the facility's dialysis unit.
- Updated knowledge of current trends in nephrology through continuing education courses.
- Participated in performance improvement activities as required by facility policy.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
Dialysis Technician (CCHT)
American Renal Associates
Brockton, MA
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Measuring and recording patient vital signs
- Performing phlebotomy tasks and blood draws
- Patient observation
- Machine set up and other duties pertaining to patient care.
Dialysis Technician (CCHT)
DaVita Kidney Care
Boston, MA
08.2015 - 09.2018
- Measuring and recording patient vital signs
- Performing phlebotomy tasks and blood draws
- Patient observation
- Machine set up and other duties pertaining to patient care.
Dialysis Technician (CCHT)
NxStage Renal Care
Norwood, MA
03.2017 - 09.2017
- Measuring and recording patient vital signs
- Performing phlebotomy tasks and blood draws
- Patient observation
- Machine set up and other duties pertaining to patient care.
Education
Nursing -
Quincy College
02.2024
GED -
Roxbury Community College
01.2009
Skills
- CPR Certified (2 years)
- Patient Monitoring
- Personal Assistance
- Vital Signs
- Medical Records
- Medical Terminology
- Laboratory Experience
- Patient Care
- EMR Systems
- Clinical Experience
Languages
English
Awards
- CCHT (Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician)
- CPR / AED Certified (Infant, Child, Adult) ID# C768BDB
Timeline
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care NA
06.2023 - 01.2024
Dialysis Technician (CCHT)
American Renal Associates
06.2018 - 06.2019
Dialysis Technician (CCHT)
NxStage Renal Care
03.2017 - 09.2017
Dialysis Technician (CCHT)
DaVita Kidney Care
08.2015 - 09.2018
Nursing -
Quincy College
GED -
Roxbury Community College