Marcia Blake
5830 Applewood, Apt 1105 West Bloomfield,MI
Summary
Certified healthcare professional with significant experience in dialysis procedures and patient care. Strong skills in operating and maintaining dialysis equipment, monitoring patients' vital signs, and ensuring safety protocols. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability to changing needs, and results-driven approach. Recognized for excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and compassionate approach to patient care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Dialysis Technician
DaVita
05.2023 - 03.2025
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Performed vascular access site assessments prior to each treatment session, reducing potential risks associated with needle placement.
- Completed timely preventative maintenance tasks on dialysis machines, contributing to the overall reliability and longevity of equipment.
- Ensured accurate documentation of treatment details, contributing to effective communication among staff members.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lourdes Nursing Home
04.2004 - 05.2019
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Education
LPN License - Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
Bingham Farms, MIClinical Experience
Med-Surg Rotation – Trinity Hospital, Pontiac MI April/2025-Current
Monitoring BP, HR, RR, Temp, 02, Sat, Pain scaleVital signs monitoring
Assessing Neurological, cardiovascular, respiratoryHead to toe physical assessment
Taking history of present illness, past medical/surgical history, family social history, medications, allergies.Health History Taking
Long Term Care Rotation - Nursing Home Facility Fall 2024
Perform assessments of residents using ADL/IADL toolsFunctional Assessment
Monitor behavioral changes such as agitation, confusion and wandering in residents with dementia
Administer routine medications including oral, topical, and insulin under supervision
Implement fall prevention strategies such as bed alerts, lowering beds, and ensuring call lights are accessible
Certification
- Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician, Davita,
Valid through 05/31/27
- Registered Nurse Aide, Lourdes
03/01/25-02/28/27
Timeline
Certified Dialysis Technician
DaVita
05.2023 - 03.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lourdes Nursing Home
04.2004 - 05.2019
LPN License - Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
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