DIANNE ST. HILLAIRE

Educating patients, especially those newly starting dialysis about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), treatment options, including home dialysis modalities like Peritoneal Dialysis(PD) and Home Hemodialysis (HHD). Conducting educational sessions such as 1:1 or group classes, while working with the home managers and teammates to broaden the home modality knowledge with the region. Facilitating smooth transitions in treatment, such as from in-center to home dialysis in coordination with the interdisciplinary teams. Supporting clinics through community outreach or Kidney Smart Classes and CKD awareness initiatives, while working closely with the different Physicians, hospitals, nurses, social workers, dietitians and administrative staff. Tracking and reporting key performance indicators like the number of patients being educated, patients who choose or transition to home modalities, clinic visits and education sessions.

Modality education both PD and HHD. Operate NxStage cycler (HHD) and

Home choice Claria machine (PD). Monitoring patients as they undergo

dialysis. Maintaining, assembling, and cleaning dialysis equipment

Reinforcing patient’s education in line with modality training. Drawing labs

for both PD and HHD patients Operating Centrifuge. Evaluating and reporting

findings Reinforcement of cannulating AVF, AVG and CVC care

Reinforcement of medication preparation and administration on the prescribed

route Checking exit site for PD patient, insuring site is clean and clear of

infection. Checking in on patients to make sure PD treatments are being done

correctly

• Assembling the dialysis machine and ensuring its proper performance. Getting patient weight and checking vital signs. Monitoring patients undergoing dialysis treatment. Ensuring the usage of the dialysis machine is safe and secure. Preparing access for cannulation and cannulating patient. Talking and reassuring patients are alert and stable during treatment Monitoring and adjusting patients' fluid removal rates as prescribed. Working together with nurses to ensure the safety of the patients. Understanding patients physical and emotional concerns. Educating patients on health maintenance and care.

• Checking vital signs such as blood pressure and heart rate. Answering patients calls. Feeding patients and documenting their food and liquid intake. Grooming patients, brushing their hair, teeth, and shaving them etc. Bathing patients. Turning and repositioning patients. Gathering medical supplies

• Assisted the lead teacher in planning activities for children. Storytelling arts and crafts, music, arts and field trips. Instructing and supervising them in social and developmental activities. Assisting lead teacher with teaching colors, shapes, number, letter recognition and social skills. Uploading students’ progress report online to Department of Education.