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Lindsay Staggs

New Carlisle,OH

Summary

Dedicated Dialysis Technician with extensive experience at Fresenius Medical Center, excelling in hemodialysis procedures and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through meticulous monitoring and compassionate care. Skilled in infection control protocols and fluid management, fostering a safe environment while effectively communicating with patients and families.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Dialysis Technician

Fresenius Medical Center
07.2023 - 08.2024
  • Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
  • Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
  • Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment through diligent adherence to infection control protocols.
  • Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
  • Promoted health education among patients, offering guidance on dietary restrictions and self-care strategies related to kidney disease management.
  • Improved patient comfort by carefully and efficiently setting up dialysis machines and monitoring patients throughout treatments.
  • Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
  • Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
  • Reduced infection rates by maintaining strict aseptic techniques during all procedures.
  • Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
  • Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
  • Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate support and addressing concerns throughout the dialysis process.
  • Contributed to staff development by sharing expertise in dialysis processes during team meetings and training sessions.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in various types of dialysis equipment, quickly adapting to new technologies as they were introduced.
  • Assisted physicians in evaluating patients'' dialysis needs, effectively communicating pertinent information regarding treatment progress.
  • Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
  • Exceeded quality assurance standards by consistently adhering to established protocols and following best practices in dialysis care provision.
  • Safeguarded patients through vigilant observation for any adverse reactions or complications, taking swift corrective action when necessary.
  • Facilitated strong communication channels between patients, families, and healthcare providers for optimal collaborative care efforts.
  • Served as a reliable resource for colleagues, offering guidance on dialysis procedures while fostering a supportive work environment.
  • Advanced professional knowledge by attending conferences, workshops, and continuing education programs related to renal care advancements.
  • Supported patient well-being, monitoring for signs of distress or infection post-dialysis.
  • Minimized complications by promptly identifying and reporting any adverse reactions during dialysis.

Dialysis Technician

Concerto Renal Services
04.2022 - 06.2023
  • Inventoried, ordered and restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care, adjusting treatment plans as needed.
  • Enhanced workflow efficiency with thorough machine maintenance, troubleshooting issues promptly to minimize downtime.
  • Supported seamless transitions between shifts by thoroughly updating incoming technicians on patient status and ongoing treatment requirements.
  • Improved treatment outcomes, tailoring dialysis modalities to each patient's specific needs.
  • Reduced environmental impact by implementing waste reduction strategies in dialysis process.
  • Boosted clinic hygiene standards by rigorously following infection control procedures.
  • Enhanced clinic efficiency with meticulous inventory management of dialysis supplies.
  • Facilitated smoother operations by maintaining dialysis equipment in optimal condition.
  • Increased clinic operational efficiency, assisting in scheduling and coordination of patient appointments.
  • Streamlined patient check-in process, reducing wait times and increasing patient satisfaction.
  • Elevated patient care quality, conducting pre-dialysis patient assessments.
  • Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.

Dialysis Technician

Fresenius Medical Center
05.2016 - 04.2021
  • Enhanced team collaboration, regularly participating in interdisciplinary team meetings to plan patient care.
  • Contributed to research efforts by collecting data for studies on dialysis treatment efficacy.
  • Reduced patient anxiety, providing thorough explanations of dialysis procedures.
  • Optimized treatment effectiveness by accurately calculating and setting dialysis machine parameters for each patient.
  • Enhanced patient education by developing informative materials on kidney health and dialysis.
  • Advanced clinical skills by participating in ongoing education and training on new dialysis techniques.
  • Improved patient outcomes by carefully monitoring and adjusting dialysis treatment parameters.
  • Increased patient compliance with treatment plans by offering supportive counseling and education.
  • Ensured patient safety and comfort by meticulously setting up and operating dialysis machines.
  • Strengthened patient relationships, consistently providing compassionate and empathetic care.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
  • Operated and maintained medical equipment used to diagnose and treat patients.
  • Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.
  • Performed diagnostic tests and reported results to healthcare providers.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on proper ways to use breathing apparatuses at home.

Education

GED -

Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH
01-2005

Skills

  • Hemodialysis procedures
  • Infection control standards
  • Patient education
  • Patient care
  • Dialysis treatment
  • Vascular Access management
  • Patient care techniques
  • Infection control protocols
  • Fluid management
  • Patient observation
  • Measuring vital signs
  • Blood sample collection
  • Safety monitoring
  • Direct patient care
  • Documentation accuracy

Timeline

Dialysis Technician

Fresenius Medical Center
07.2023 - 08.2024

Dialysis Technician

Concerto Renal Services
04.2022 - 06.2023

Dialysis Technician

Fresenius Medical Center
05.2016 - 04.2021

GED -

Sinclair Community College

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