KRISTINE SHARA MAE ASTRERO
Woodside
Summary
Certified Dialysis Technician experienced working with End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) patients providing quality, compassionate care. Professional educator and trainer on dialysis equipment, procedures and safety guidelines.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Carpooling
Self-Employed
09.2024 - Current
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Responded to passenger concerns and complaints politely and professionally.
- Developed strong communication skills while interacting with diverse groups of riders daily.
Home Health Aide
Catherine Bock
08.2024 - Current
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
Store Associate
7-eleven Convenience Store
11.2023 - Current
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Maintained a clean and safe shopping environment for customers through regular cleaning and monitoring of store conditions.
- Utilized strong multitasking abilities to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously during busy periods.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service while handling transactions.
- Worked closely with fellow associates to create a positive work environment, fostering teamwork and mutual support.
Instacart Shopper
Instacart
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Maintained high satisfaction ratings by completing orders quickly and making good selections for customers.
- Managed time effectively to complete multiple orders within tight deadlines, maximizing productivity and earnings.
- Worked productively with customers to meet order requirements and service expectations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient grocery shopping services.
Patient Care Technician
Brooklyn Dialysis Center
03.2023 - 07.2024
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts, and catheters to prevent infection.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Opening and Closing Facility
Store Associate
Charley's Philly Steak
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment to enhance customer experience.
- Conducted daily store opening/closing procedures, ensuring proper security measures were followed for a safe store environment.
- Processed transactions quickly and accurately, ensuring a smooth checkout process for customers.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
DaVita
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
- Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Provided in-patient care for 10 to 15 dialysis patients simultaneously focusing on providing clean, safe, and comfortable treatment environment.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
Sales Associate
7-Eleven
03.2018 - 02.2020
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Human Resources Intern
Etomon Company
01.2018 - 03.2018
- Updated and maintained employee records to respond quickly to requests for information.
- Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
- Posted job openings, screened resumes and scheduled interviews to fill positions with qualified candidates.
Sales Associate
Burger King
09.2017 - 11.2017
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Demonstrated product features, answered questions and redirected objections to highlight positive aspects.
Internship Student
National Center For Mental Health Hospital
01.2016 - 04.2016
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care plans and implement continuity of care.
- Identified concerns, research methodologies and optimal experimental designs to collect desired information.
- Assist psychoeducational classes, workshops and seminars.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Identified psychological, emotional or behavioral issues and diagnosed disorders using information obtained from evaluation techniques.
Social Work Volunteer
Hospicio De San Jose Institution
01.2014 - 03.2014
- Worked under the supervision of Social workers
- Implemented community outreach programs to promote mental health awareness.
- Facilitated peer support groups to help clients connect with others.
- Collaborated with local organizations to provide food baskets to families in need.
- Developed volunteer training program to teach new volunteers best practices.
Education
Certified Dialysis Technician
New York Medical Career Training Center
Flushing, NY09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Far Eastern University
Manila, Philippines05.2016
Skills
- Machine Operations
- Blood Sample Collection
- Quality Control Standards
- Biohazardous Waste Disposal
- Infection Control Measures
- Maintaining Dialysis Equipment
- Patient Health Education
- HIPAA
- Fistula Cannulation
- Emergency Situations
- Direct Patient Care
- Safety Protocols
- Aseptic Techniques
- Equipment Calibration
- OSHA Regulations
Languages
English
Tagalog
Certification
- CHT - Certified Hemodialysis Technologist
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Referral
References available at request
Timeline
Carpooling
Self-Employed
09.2024 - Current
Home Health Aide
Catherine Bock
08.2024 - Current
Instacart Shopper
Instacart
12.2023 - 08.2024
Store Associate
7-eleven Convenience Store
11.2023 - Current
Store Associate
Charley's Philly Steak
09.2023 - 12.2023
Patient Care Technician
Brooklyn Dialysis Center
03.2023 - 07.2024
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
DaVita
08.2021 - 04.2023
Sales Associate
7-Eleven
03.2018 - 02.2020
Human Resources Intern
Etomon Company
01.2018 - 03.2018
Sales Associate
Burger King
09.2017 - 11.2017
Internship Student
National Center For Mental Health Hospital
01.2016 - 04.2016
Social Work Volunteer
Hospicio De San Jose Institution
01.2014 - 03.2014
Certified Dialysis Technician
New York Medical Career Training Center
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Far Eastern University
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