Karrie Jim
Ada,OK
Summary
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician with extensive experience in dialysis setup, water treatment systems, patient vital monitoring, and infection control. Skilled in accurate charting, machine troubleshooting, and safe, efficient support for hemodialysis care.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius
Ada, Oklahoma
12.2018 - 09.2026
- Prepared Fresenius dialysis stations, dialysis machines, and treatment supplies.
- Monitored patient vital signs and vascular access during hemodialysis treatments.
- Assessed machine alarms and adjusted settings according to clinical protocols.
- Disinfected equipment and maintained infection control standards throughout shifts.
- Documented treatment data in Fresenius records and charting systems to maintain accurate patient histories and support clinical decision-making.
- Supported water treatment checks and dialysate preparation before patient care.
- Coordinated with nurses and nephrologists during patient treatment change.
- Trained new technicians on safety, setup, and patient communication.
- Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching the 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.
- Attached a dialyzer and tubing to dialysis machines for use in hemodialysis treatment.
- Initiated and terminated a reverse osmosis water system and performed water quality monitoring tests prior to dialysis initiation.
- Primed dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions and followed formula directions when preparing dialysate.
- Inspected equipment and conducted safety checks on instruments to maintain high-quality control standards.
- Sustained hemodialysis workflow by inventorying and restocking needed equipment and supplies.
- Transported patients to and from rooms and prepared for treatment according to individual specifications.
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatments, including the type of treatment received, duration of treatment and any other relevant information.
- Ensured proper functioning of dialyzer reprocessing equipment according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Educated patients on diet, lifestyle modifications, nutrition, fluid management, and medication compliance to promote optimal health outcomes.
- Monitored patients during dialysis treatments for adverse reactions or changes in condition.
- Assisted physicians with arteriovenous fistula cannulation and hemodialysis procedures to ensure patient safety and treatment efficacy.
- Conducted laboratory tests on blood samples taken from patients before and after dialysis sessions.
- Operated water purification systems that produce high quality water used in hemodialysis processes.
- Participated in team meetings with physicians and other healthcare professionals to discuss new techniques or procedures related to hemodialysis.
- Discontinued dialysis treatment according to established procedures.
- Trained new dialysis technicians in machine operation and patient care procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions and machine operation during dialysis treatment.
- Responded to and managed emergency situations during dialysis treatments.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to enhance patient care.
- Participated in continuous education to stay updated on dialysis technology advancements.
- Coordinated scheduling of patient appointments to optimize clinic workflow.
- Performed routine maintenance on dialysis equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Assisted patients in understanding the dialysis process and answering their questions.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment in compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Calculated numerical data for patient care activities to ensure accurate treatment.
- Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
- Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
- Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
- Communicated with management or other staff to resolve problems.
- Calibrated, troubleshot or repaired equipment and corrected malfunctions.
- Instructed patients on how to use assistive equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Featherstone Assisted living
Ada, Oklahoma
02.2018 - 11.2018
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Assisted Featherstone Assisted Living residents with bathing, dressing, and daily hygiene.
- Supported residents with mobility, transfers, and safe ambulation.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Responded to resident call lights with calm, respectful assistance.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Communicated resident needs clearly with nurses and assisted living staff.
- Documented care activities and resident observations in medical records.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes in the charge nurse.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating the healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Assisted residents with walking to promote mobility and independence. with or without self-help devices.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding.
- Follow care plans and infection control procedures during daily care.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Laboratory Support Technician
Mercy Hospital
Ada, Oklahoma
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Prepared blood, urine, and tissue samples for testing and analysis.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Verified specimen labels, test orders, and patient information for accuracy.
- Managed laboratory specimen receiving and accessioning in Mercy Hospital workflows.
- Coordinated timely transport of specimens across Mercy Hospital departments to ensure efficient workflow.
- Followed safety standards for biohazard waste, sharps, and chemical handling.
- Ensured safe disposal of hazardous materials to maintain laboratory compliance. of hazardous waste generated by the laboratory.
- Performed daily laboratory maintenance and upkeep such as stocking supplies, cleaning glassware and autoclaving media.
- Prepared lab for daily operations by effectively stocking necessary materials and equipment to support testing efficiency.
- Applied aseptic techniques to prevent contamination, safeguarding sample integrity and reliability for analysis.
- Participated in extra training and courses to refine and improve industry knowledge.
Quality Control Inspector
Flex-N-Gate
Ada, OK
08.2007 - 05.2010
- Verified first-piece and final inspections across production and assembly lines.
- Monitored production processes to ensure quality standards were met and documented results of inspections.
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Documented inspection results by completing reports and logs and summarizing and entering data into quality database.
- Documented defects and nonconforming materials in quality control reports.
- Informed production teams and shift supervisors of inspection results to enable timely corrections.
- Sorted rejected parts and tagged suspect material for containment.
- Trained new employees on effective use of test equipment and inspection techniques to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Verified accuracy of product labels, including expiration dates and lot numbers.
- Communicated effectively with management regarding progress toward meeting quality objectives.
- Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
- Recommended process improvements to enhance compliance with quality control standards.
- Identified areas for improvement in existing processes, procedures, and equipment.
- Participated in internal and external audits to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Evaluated suppliers' performance against established criteria for quality assurance purposes.
- Ensured that all products met customer requirements prior to shipment.
- Notified supervisors or other relevant personnel of test or production issues.
- Picked representative samples for testing purposes to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
- Calibrated products to match design and operational specifications.
- Compared product and materials colors, shapes, textures and grades with predetermined templates.
- Compared product and materials colors, shapes, textures and grades with predetermined templates.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Phlebotomy
Pontotoc Vo Tech
Ada, OK03-2002
High School Diploma -
Wewoka High School
Wewoka, OK05-2001
Some College (No Degree) - CNA
Pontotoc Vo Tech
Ada, OKCSkills
- Dialysis charting
- Water treatment systems
- Patient vital monitoring
- Needle insertion
- Blood sample analysis
- Electronic health records
- HIPAA compliance
Timeline
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius
12.2018 - 09.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant
Featherstone Assisted living
02.2018 - 11.2018
Laboratory Support Technician
Mercy Hospital
07.2017 - 01.2018
Quality Control Inspector
Flex-N-Gate
08.2007 - 05.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Phlebotomy
Pontotoc Vo Tech
High School Diploma -
Wewoka High School
Some College (No Degree) - CNA
Pontotoc Vo Tech