Lori Peterson
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician with extensive experience at Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient observation, ensuring high-quality care. Proficient in operating dialysis equipment and maintaining safety protocols. Recognized for effectively coordinating with nursing staff to enhance patient outcomes and streamline procedures. CPR certified and committed to patient well-being.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
Phoenix,AZ
08.2022 - Current
Demonstrate knowledge of the hospital safety plan and acts accordingly during codes/drills
Operate machines and perform dialysis on patients with acute or chronic kidney failure
Function under the direction of nurses and physicians
Assist in medical examinations
Assemble, prepare, prime, and preset dialysis and pheresis equipment and materials in the dialysis lab and at patient bedside according to nephrology orders
Maintain current knowledge of operation procedures and maintenance of new equipment
Coordinate with Nursing Staff to determine prioritization and timeliness of procedures
Reprocess and disinfect hemodialysis equipment per policy and procedure
Aseptically dispense dialysis solution to include calculating, measuring pre-weight of dry chemicals, and verifying through chemical analysis for accuracy
Make changes in dialysis composition by compounding any additions such as potassium, calcium, urea, and magnesium
Education
High School Diploma - General Education
Chinle High School
Chinle, AZSkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- AED operation
Certification
Bonent certification ID#224061
American heart association cpr BLS provider exp 10/20/2026
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
08.2022 - Current
High School Diploma - General Education
Chinle High School