Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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KIMBERLY HALE

KIMBERLY HALE

CCHT
New Ellenton,SC

Summary

Enthusiastic CCHT motivated to work with patients, families and care teams efficiently. Friendly, adaptable and collaborative professional successful devising satisfying solutions to complex problems.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician - CCHT

Fresenius
11.2021 - Current
  • Managed emergency situations effectively, following established protocols to ensure optimal patient safety during critical moments.
  • Provided individualized care to patients, constantly monitoring their condition and reporting any changes to the nursing team.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and timely care to patients in various healthcare settings.
  • Contributed to continuous improvement efforts within the department by actively participating in quality improvement initiatives.
  • Promoted effective communication among healthcare professionals, acting as a liaison between patients and their providers when necessary.
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, facilitating efficient patient care and reducing workload for nurses.
  • Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
  • Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
  • Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
  • Inventoried, ordered and restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
  • Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
  • Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
  • Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
  • Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
  • Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.

Senior Plasma Center Technician

BioLife Plasma Services
12.2019 - Current
  • Upheld data security and compliance with HIPAA protocols through multiple identification points and document verification
  • Demonstrated expertise in proper equipment use, blood volume requirements, and testing protocols
  • Gathered blood samples from donors
  • Minimized donors' discomfort with good use of physical techniques and conversational skills
  • Completed accurate labels, paperwork, and system records updates with donors' sample information and personal details
  • Collected blood samples per written specifications and established protocols
  • Kept individuals safe and comfortable during plasma donations
  • Worked effectively with diverse team to accomplish daily objectives and meet long-term goals
  • Developed solid relationships with team members and donors
  • Completed venipunctures and venipuncture troubleshooting work with little oversight
  • Boosted efficiency by keeping work areas clean, tidy, and free of debris
  • Helped team handle high-volume work by prioritizing tasks and organizing supplies
  • Kept detailed documentation of venipuncture procedures and collected samples
  • Avoided unnecessary infection risks by properly disposing of biohazards
  • Managed station supplies, including tracking use and restocking bins between donors
  • Determined donor suitability based on medical histories and current vital signs
  • Protected team members and donors with proper aseptic, biohazard and disposal techniques
  • Collected blood from veins using vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods
  • Secured information by following HIPAA requirements
  • As a member of the EHS committee, monitored phlebotomy area for any EHS violations or hazards
  • As a member of the Employee appreciation committee, contributed and executed ideas to show employee appreciation, to help improve overall morale.

Server

Huddle House
08.2017 - 12.2019
  • Adhered to all safety, sanitization, and food handling guidelines and regulations
  • Offered information on new menu items, seasonal and daily specials, and pairings
  • Memorized menu additions, changes, and limited offerings and answered questions regarding dietary restrictions and nutrition information
  • Processed orders and payments using POS system terminals and registers
  • Educated guests about menus and daily specials, skillfully driving sales of target items
  • Processed guest payments, including offering itemized receipts for items ordered, running credit card transactions, and calculating change for cash payments
  • Recorded or memorized orders, entered into computer system, and followed up with kitchen staff to foster timely delivery
  • Supported opening and closing duties, including reconciling cash tills and assisting in kitchen and bar areas
  • Delivered food and beverages quickly to customers, verifying each order to maximize satisfaction
  • Seated guests quickly by maintaining dining room cleanliness and coordinating table assignments
  • Kept food service and preparation areas clean, neat, and properly sanitized
  • Managed billing and payments with POS system and accurate order input
  • Enhanced team efficiency with well-stocked stations and efficient side work
  • Kept dining areas presentable and customer-ready, quickly handling spills and resetting tables
  • Satisfied customers with fast, friendly and knowledgeable support.

Server

Huddle House
02.2017 - 08.2017
  • Adhered to all safety, sanitization, and food handling guidelines and regulations
  • Offered information on new menu items, seasonal and daily specials, and pairings
  • Memorized menu additions, changes, and limited offerings and answered questions regarding dietary restrictions and nutrition information
  • Processed orders and payments using POS system terminals and registers
  • Seated guests quickly by maintaining dining room cleanliness and coordinating table assignments
  • Processed guest payments, including offering itemized receipts for items ordered, running credit card transactions, and calculating change for cash payments
  • Recorded or memorized orders, entered into computer system, and followed up with kitchen staff to foster timely delivery
  • Delivered food and beverages quickly to customers, verifying each order to maximize satisfaction
  • Kept food service and preparation areas clean, neat, and properly sanitized
  • Supported opening and closing duties, including reconciling cash tills and assisting in kitchen and bar areas.

Personal Care Aide

ResCare Home care
07.2014 - 11.2015
  • Oversaw nutrition by preparing healthy meals and snacks and coordinating necessary supplements
  • Implemented restorative and supportive care, including ambulating and positioning
  • Assisted with mobility needs such as moving between bed and wheelchair and helping clients reach bathroom facilities
  • Transported clients to doctors' appointments, personal errands, and shopping
  • Helped with medical requirements by organizing medications and setting reminders
  • Supported clients' personal needs by helping with dressing, grooming, and hygiene
  • Met clients' social and emotional needs with caring companionship
  • Supported activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
  • Kept clients' spaces clean, neat, and free of safety hazards
  • Monitored residents' conditions and reported changes to nursing staff or supervisor for handling
  • Coordinated daily housekeeping, errands, and meal preparation for individuals under care
  • Kept clients mobile using training in safe mobility assistance
  • Encouraged patient independence with caring support for personal hygiene and mobility needs
  • Assisted with client nutrition by shopping for healthy ingredients and preparing balanced meals
  • Delivered expert care to clients convalescing or incapacitated by illness or injury
  • Improved patient care and outcomes through close collaboration with healthcare team
  • Maintained schedules for medical and social needs, including transporting clients to appointments
  • Supported individuals' personal hygiene by helping with basic tasks
  • Helped family members develop skills for short- and long-term care needs
  • Organized effective medication plans to keep clients current with prescriptions
  • Optimized client care with interdisciplinary case reviews alongside qualified team.

Server

Streak N Shake
09.2013 - 04.2014
  • Supported opening and closing duties, including reconciling cash tills and assisting in kitchen and bar areas
  • Memorized menu additions, changes, and limited offerings and answered questions regarding dietary restrictions and nutrition information
  • Offered information on new menu items, seasonal and daily specials, and pairings
  • Adhered to all safety, sanitization, and food handling guidelines and regulations
  • Kept food service and preparation areas clean, neat, and properly sanitized
  • Processed guest payments, including offering itemized receipts for items ordered, running credit card transactions, and calculating change for cash payments
  • Educated guests about menus and daily specials, skillfully driving sales of target items
  • Recorded or memorized orders, entered into computer system, and followed up with kitchen staff to foster timely delivery
  • Seated guests quickly by maintaining dining room cleanliness and coordinating table assignments
  • Supported bussers with table-cleaning during high-volume shifts and checked on assigned tables to verify seating availability
  • Processed orders and payments using POS system terminals and registers
  • Delivered food and beverages quickly to customers, verifying each order to maximize satisfaction
  • Managed billing and payments with POS system and accurate order input
  • Satisfied customers with fast, friendly and knowledgeable support
  • Increased bill totals by suggesting drinks, desserts and other add-on purchases
  • Managed customer expectations, communicating realistic food preparation times and opinions on menu items
  • Enhanced team efficiency with well-stocked stations and efficient side work
  • Supported team consistently, helping with hostess, food delivery and bussing needs.

Cashier

Highway 88 Mart
03.2010 - 04.2012
  • Balanced cash drawer at beginning and end of each shift, investigating and resolving any discrepancies
  • Maintained clean, organized, and well-stocked checkout areas with regular attention to displays
  • Fixed checkout merchandise displays with continuous resets during down periods
  • Prevented losses by watching for suspicious behavior
  • Recorded daily transactions precisely to avoid errors and keep logs accurate
  • Kept customers happy by quickly processing payments and bagging purchases
  • Satisfied customers with quick and comprehensive support for all needs
  • Rang up customer items quickly and accurately using POS system.

Substitute Teacher

Richmond County Board of Education
08.2004 - 05.2007
  • Assisted students with assignments by explaining core concepts and promoting critical thinking
  • Assisted classroom teacher with reintegrating into classes by leaving detailed notes
  • Updated classroom records with information such as attendance and participation
  • Promoted school efficiency by supporting other teachers in classrooms and in common areas such as bus lines and lunch rooms
  • Helped students deal with challenging situations by modeling collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Upheld class discipline standards with as many as 27 students at once
  • Kept kids safe and secure with vigilant monitoring of students and visitors
  • Protected students by consistently following strict behavior management and monitoring procedures
  • Helped students understand concepts by teaching as instructed and offering one-on-one insight
  • Maintained course progress by handling instructional, assignment, and testing needs
  • Maintained classroom continuity by implementing prepared lesson plans
  • Handled long-term teacher absences, developing lesson plans, grading assignments, and maintaining administrative records
  • Coordinated fair and equitable actions for disciplinary issues such as classroom disruptions
  • Upheld school discipline standards for individual students and entire classroom
  • Boosted student learning using diversified instructional techniques.

Youth Counselor

Family Y Primetime (are school program)
01.2004 - 05.2005
  • Encouraged self-esteem, independence, and respect through positive role-modeling
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and redirected problematic actions with positive reinforcement or established discipline protocols
  • Assisted children with task and activity completion, while allowing them to navigate challenges independently first
  • Coordinated interactive activities to meet children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs
  • Applied knowledge of early childhood development to evaluate student learning needs and promote growth
  • Supervised children during all activities to maintain safety and wellbeing
  • Built social, emotional and behavioral skills in children through modeling and positive reinforcement.

Education

Early Childhood Education -

Augusta State University
Augusta, Ga

Diploma -

Jasper High School
Jasper, In
05.2001

Skills

  • Excellent customer service
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Promotes team work
  • Dedicated to career
  • Works well under pressure
  • Goal oriented
  • Works well unsupervised
  • Clean And Professional Verbal Communication
  • Exceptional Customer Service
  • Donor Safety
  • Aseptic Procedures
  • Customer Service Skills

Certification

  • CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
  • BLS/CPR

Timeline

Patient Care Technician - CCHT

Fresenius
11.2021 - Current

Senior Plasma Center Technician

BioLife Plasma Services
12.2019 - Current

Server

Huddle House
08.2017 - 12.2019

Server

Huddle House
02.2017 - 08.2017

Personal Care Aide

ResCare Home care
07.2014 - 11.2015

Server

Streak N Shake
09.2013 - 04.2014

Cashier

Highway 88 Mart
03.2010 - 04.2012

Substitute Teacher

Richmond County Board of Education
08.2004 - 05.2007

Youth Counselor

Family Y Primetime (are school program)
01.2004 - 05.2005

Early Childhood Education -

Augusta State University

Diploma -

Jasper High School
KIMBERLY HALECCHT