Joy Pearson
North Olmsted,OH
Summary
Adept Dialysis Technician with extensive experience at Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc., showcasing expertise in hemodialysis procedures and exceptional patient care. Demonstrated success in improving patient comfort and maintaining strict infection control standards. Proven ability in team collaboration and patient education, enhancing treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Professional in dialysis care with proven ability to ensure safe and effective treatments. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in operating dialysis equipment, monitoring patient responses, and maintaining sterile environments. Adaptable and reliable, prepared to meet evolving needs of both patients and healthcare teams.
Experienced Dialysis Technician with 6 years of experience providing outstanding care to patients in various stages of renal failure. Accomplished in building rapport with patients and explaining procedures to ease anxiety. Offering expert knowledge of hemodialysis treatment, unit operations and regulatory guidelines.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
12.2018 - 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.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Improved patient comfort by carefully and efficiently setting up dialysis machines and monitoring patients throughout treatments.
STNA
Select Medical
06.2016 - 11.2018
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Assisted patients in daily activities, promoting their independence and dignity.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Promoted a safe environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to facility policies and procedures at all times.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Demonstrated adaptability by caring for a diverse range of patients with varying needs.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting any abnormalities to the supervising nurse.
STNA
Kindred Specialty Hospital
04.2007 - 06.2016
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively through de-escalation techniques and clear communication methods with both the patient and staff involved.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Contributed to an inclusive environment by treating all patients with respect and cultural sensitivity.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting any abnormalities to the supervising nurse.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current in STNA best practices and industry trends.
Education
Medical Assistance Certificate -
Remington College
14445 Broadway Ave Cleveland Ohio11.1997
High School Diploma - College Prep
South High
7415 Broadway Ave06.1995
Skills
- Hemodialysis procedures
- Infection control standards
- Patient education
- Patient care
- Dialysis treatment
- Patient care techniques
- Fluid management
- Patient observation
- Blood sample collection
- Measuring vital signs
- Direct patient care
- Documentation accuracy
- Patient health education
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- HIPAA
- Aseptic techniques
- Home dialysis support
- Continuing education
- Team collaboration
- Peritoneal dialysis
- Disposing of biohazardous waste
- Alarm response
- Hemodialysis treatment
- Patient monitoring
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient care technician (PCT)
- Customer service
Timeline
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
12.2018 - Current
STNA
Select Medical
06.2016 - 11.2018
STNA
Kindred Specialty Hospital
04.2007 - 06.2016
Medical Assistance Certificate -
Remington College
High School Diploma - College Prep
South High
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