Karen Uribe
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
To utilize my skills and experience in an organization that provides good work environment along professional growth.
Seeking for new learning experiences after developing strong patient care and technical skills in clinical environment. Excelled in maintaining patient safety and comfort while managing complex medical equipment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Hemodialysis Technician (PRN)
Care Dialysis Center
10.2024 - Current
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas and grafts to prevent infection.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed machines in preparation for use.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to new patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure optimal treatment conditions for all patients.
- Recorded patient's pre-dialysis weight, vitals, and any new medical conditions.
- Conducted equipment and safety checks on hemodialysis equipment and supplies.
- Monitored each patient closely during treatment to check for any adverse reactions or change in condition and reported emergencies to attending nurses.
- Cleaned chairs, machines and surfaces.
- Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.
Certified Hemodialysis Technician
Care Dialysis Center
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas and grafts to prevent infection.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to new patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure optimal treatment conditions for all patients.
- Recorded patient's pre-dialysis weight, vitals, and any new medical conditions.
- Conducted equipment and safety checks on hemodialysis equipment and supplies.
- Monitored each patient closely during treatment to check for any adverse reactions or change in condition and reported emergencies to attending nurses.
- Cleaned chairs, machines and surfaces.
- Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.
Administrative Assistant
Centro De Cuidado Renal
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings and preparing documents.
- Scanned important documents and uploaded to our EMR system.
- Made appointments for patient with vascular surgeon.
- Sent out specimen to transplant department at different hospitals.
- Keeping records up to date.
- Helped patients with scheduling transportation from and to dialysis and other doctor appointments if needed.
Administrative Assistant
EVN Dialysis Center
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings and preparing documents.
- Scanned important documents and uploaded to our EMR system.
- Made appointments for patient with vascular surgeon.
- Sent out specimen to transplant department at different hospitals.
- Keeping records up to date.
- Helped patients with scheduling transportation from and to dialysis and other doctor appointments if needed.
Administrative Assistant
Us Renal Care
05.2020 - 08.2022
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings and preparing documents.
- Scanned important documents and uploaded to our EMR system.
- Made appointments for patient with vascular surgeon.
- Sent out specimen to transplant department at different hospitals.
- Keeping records up to date.
- Helped patients with scheduling transportation from and to dialysis and other doctor appointments if needed.
Administrative Assistant
Davita
09.2018 - 02.2020
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings and preparing documents.
- Scanned important documents and uploaded to our EMR system.
- Made appointments for patient with vascular surgeon.
- Sent out specimen to transplant department at different hospitals.
- Keeping records up to date.
- Helped patients with scheduling transportation from and to dialysis and other doctor appointments if needed.
food and beverage
Homewood Suites
11.2017 - 08.2018
- Provided courteous, friendly service while multitasking in fast-paced environment.
- Greeted guests warmly to foster welcoming environment.
- Maintained a clean and organized dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Remained focused, calm and professional during peak rush hours.
- Checked on guests throughout meal to attend to needs and provide great service.
- Adhered to health and safety standards while handling food and beverages.
- Assisted in maintaining a positive work environment by fostering open communication and teamwork among staff members, resulting in higher overall job satisfaction levels.
- Cleaned and set up tables to promptly seat guests and reduce wait times.
babysitting
Elizabeth Arias
06.2015 - 09.2016
- Built trust with both parents and children by consistently demonstrating professionalism, punctuality, and dependability throughout each babysitting assignment.
- Adapted to various family dynamics and preferences, ensuring a seamless babysitting experience tailored to each individual household''s needs.
- Enhanced parent satisfaction by providing consistent and reliable babysitting services for date nights.
- Developed strong bonds with families, resulting in repeat babysitting engagements each summer season.
- Developed strong bonds with families, resulting in long-term relationships and repeat babysitting opportunities.
- Created an enjoyable atmosphere during babysitting sessions through storytelling, games, and music.
Office Assistant
Charis Facilities Services
02.2014 - 01.2015
- Enhanced office efficiency by organizing files, and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing.
- Prepared and edited documents to produce precise, accurate and professional communication.
- Achieved high levels of accuracy in data entry tasks while adhering to deadlines.
janitor
Uniserve
05.2013 - 09.2013
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Improved facility cleanliness by performing daily maintenance tasks, such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
- Reduced the spread of germs by sanitizing high-touch surfaces such as doorknobs and handrails.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
Education
Healthcare
Millenna Education Institute
Rosemead, CA08-2023
high school Diploma -
Lawndale High School
Lawndale, CA06-2015
Skills
- Hard working
- Fast learner
- Reliable
- Trustworthy
- Customer service
- Adaptable to change
- Teamwork orientation
- Continuous learning mindset
- Administrative support, data entry
- Scheduling
- Microsoft Word, Excel, outlook
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Dialysis Technician Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Hemodialysis Technician (PRN)
Care Dialysis Center
10.2024 - Current
Certified Hemodialysis Technician
Care Dialysis Center
01.2024 - 06.2024
Administrative Assistant
Centro De Cuidado Renal
09.2022 - 10.2023
Administrative Assistant
EVN Dialysis Center
03.2022 - 08.2022
Administrative Assistant
Us Renal Care
05.2020 - 08.2022
Administrative Assistant
Davita
09.2018 - 02.2020
food and beverage
Homewood Suites
11.2017 - 08.2018
babysitting
Elizabeth Arias
06.2015 - 09.2016
Office Assistant
Charis Facilities Services
02.2014 - 01.2015
janitor
Uniserve
05.2013 - 09.2013
Healthcare
Millenna Education Institute
high school Diploma -
Lawndale High School
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