Lynette Nieves
Brookfield
Summary
Proven Administrative Assistant with expertise in team collaboration and problem-solving. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail foster a supportive work environment, ensuring efficient clinic operations and enhanced patient care.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative Assistant III
HOUSATONIC DIALYSIS -DAVita
12.2014 - Current
- Clerical work, open communication, and building trust with the clinical team, medical director, and external entities.
- Coordinating the preparation of reports and identifying areas for improvement.
- AA support in the clinic with three modalities: ICHD, HHD, and PD.
- Modality Choice Lead - Home Modality Educator.
- Safety Leader: OSHA reporting to provide a safe workplace.
- Report the monthly Quality Assessment Performance.
- DaVita Rx Champion - Committee Rx Management Team.
- Fire Drills: Coordinate and facilitate quarterly fire drills.
- Kronos Payroll Editor.
- Onboarding new teammates.
- Core Team meeting facilitator: Clinical outcomes support.
- FHM meeting facilitator.
- CAT audit participant: state survey readiness facility audit.
- AA Preceptor.
- Maestro- Labor Tracking- DPC support.
- Facility maintenance: quarterly and annual facility inspections, follow-up, and reporting.
- Fostering We Care behaviors, celebrating team, and improving teammate morale.
- Executed on-time, under-budget projects by solving complex issues for senior leadership.
- Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
- Assisted with the planning of special events by arranging catering services, securing venues and ordering promotional materials.
- Handled incoming calls and inquiries, providing information and assistance as needed.
- Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
- Coordinated communication between healthcare providers and patients for optimal care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and ensured compliance with health regulations.
Administrative Assistant
Waterbury Dialysis
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Managed patient scheduling and appointment confirmations for dialysis treatments.
- Coordinated office communications between patients and healthcare providers.
- Maintained accurate patient records and updated information in the database.
- Assisted in the preparation of medical documents and reports for staff meetings.
- Organized inventory supplies and ensured timely orders for necessary materials.
- Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
- Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
Certified Dialysis Technician
Acute Unit
01.2012 - 11.2013
- Operated and maintained various technical equipment for optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow processes.
- Monitored vital signs and patient responses during dialysis sessions.
- Managed equipment setup and troubleshooting for dialysis machines.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure patient safety during treatments.
- Developed effective relationships with patients through compassionate listening skills.
- Performed patient assessments, monitored vital signs and implemented dialysis treatments.
Certified Hemodialysis Technician
Danbury Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Monitored patient vital signs during hemodialysis treatments.
- Prepared dialysis machines and ensured proper functioning before procedures.
- Educated patients on treatment processes and self-care instructions.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions during dialysis sessions.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documented treatment details.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Adhered to infection control protocols and safety regulations consistently.
- Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
- Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
- Performed routine sterilization, cleaning, and maintenance of hemodialysis machines and equipment.
- Initiated and terminated reverse osmosis water system and performed water quality monitoring tests prior to dialysis initiation.
- Sustained hemodialysis workflow by inventorying and restocking needed equipment and supplies.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments performed, including patient data, fluid volumes and medications administered during each session.
- Demonstrated proficiency in operating multiple types of hemodialysis machines according to manufacturer guidelines.
- Monitored patient vital signs throughout duration of dialysis treatments, and reported any changes or issues to physician.
Chief Dialysis Technician
El Paso Dialysis
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Operated dialysis machines to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs during treatment to identify any potential complications.
- Maintained clean and organized treatment areas for optimal workflow.
- Performed routine sterilization, cleaning, and maintenance of hemodialysis machines and equipment. Reuse.
- Initiated and terminated reverse osmosis water system and performed water quality monitoring tests prior to dialysis initiation.
- Evaluated access sites for infection or other complications prior to initiating treatment.
- Identified and reported any adverse reactions or changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure best possible outcomes for all patients.
Certified Hemodialysis Technician
BRONX DIALYSIS
01.1997 - 01.2001
- Monitored patient vital signs during hemodialysis treatments.
- Prepared dialysis machines and ensured proper functioning before procedures.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions during dialysis sessions.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documented treatment details.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Adhered to infection control protocols and safety regulations consistently.
- Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
- Performed routine sterilization, cleaning, and maintenance of hemodialysis machines and equipment.
Loan Officer
Marine Midland Bank
The Bronx
01.1993 - 01.1996
- Reviewed financial statements to assess borrower creditworthiness.
- Provided ongoing support throughout the loan lifecycle for clients.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions and loan statuses.
- Educated customers on variety of loan products and available credit options to promote valuable decision-making.
- Developed and maintained relationships with potential customers to increase loan business.
- Delivered high levels of customer service to facilitate smooth processes.
- Evaluated loan applications to determine eligibility and risk factors.
- Assisted clients in understanding loan terms and options available.
- Processed loan documentation and ensured compliance with regulations.
Education
Bachelor Health Administration -
Phoenix Univeristy
08.2025
Health Administration -
Phoenix University
09.2009
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Project management
- Quality assessment
- Patient education
- Safety compliance
- Data reporting
Certification
- Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician, Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission, Current
- CPR, Current
Volunteer Experience
- Saddle wood Elementary School, Vice President for the PTO committee
- New York Public School, Learning Leader, Utilize coaching strategies in working with students with learning disabilities.
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Administrative Assistant III
HOUSATONIC DIALYSIS -DAVita
12.2014 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Waterbury Dialysis
01.2013 - 01.2014
Certified Dialysis Technician
Acute Unit
01.2012 - 11.2013
Certified Hemodialysis Technician
Danbury Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2013
Chief Dialysis Technician
El Paso Dialysis
01.2001 - 01.2004
Certified Hemodialysis Technician
BRONX DIALYSIS
01.1997 - 01.2001
Loan Officer
Marine Midland Bank
01.1993 - 01.1996
Bachelor Health Administration -
Phoenix Univeristy
Health Administration -
Phoenix University
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