Maleka Borders
Arlington ,TN
Summary
Compassionate Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician with demonstrated ability to complete tasks efficiently and enhance patient comfort during treatment. Possess specialized skills in machine setup, operation safety protocols, and patient monitoring. Excel at communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal support for patients and collaboration with healthcare professionals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Methodist University Hospital
Memphis , TN
06.2022 - Current
- Performed pre-treatment patient assessments, including vital signs and weight measurements.
- Assisted physicians with technical procedures such as arteriovenous fistula cannulation and hemodialysis treatments.
- Monitored patients during dialysis treatments for adverse reactions or changes in condition.
- Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
- Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
- Inspected equipment and conducted safety checks on equipment and instruments to maintain high-quality control standards.
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
U.S Renal Care
Memphis
12.2019 - 05.2022
- Assisted nurses in providing patient care by performing tasks such as taking vital signs or collecting specimens.
- Observed infection control policies at all times when interacting with patients or handling medical equipment.
- Initiated and terminated reverse osmosis water system and performed water quality monitoring tests prior to dialysis initiation.
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
Memphis , TN
03.2015 - 12.2019
- Assisted in the setup and operation of dialysis machines, including connecting dialyzer and tubing to hemodialysis machine.
- Performed pre-treatment assessments on patients prior to beginning treatment process.
- Monitored patient vital signs throughout duration of dialysis treatments, and reported any changes or issues to physician.
Education
High School Diploma -
Craigmont High School
Memphis , TN05-2012
Skills
- Sample Collection
- HIPAA Compliance
- Healthcare regulations
- Patient Monitoring
- Acute hemodialysis treatment
- Patient Care
Timeline
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Methodist University Hospital
06.2022 - Current
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
U.S Renal Care
12.2019 - 05.2022
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
03.2015 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Craigmont High School