Maria Jemal
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dedicated Dialysis Nurse with extensive experience at DaVita, skilled in hemodialysis procedures and infection control standards. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and patient education. Committed to maintaining safety and cleanliness, ensuring optimal treatment environments for patients with kidney failure.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Technician
Kindred Hospital
07.2024 - Current
- 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.
Dialysis Technician
DaVita
03.2014 - 12.2016
- 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.
CNA
Healthsouth Rehab
04.2011 - 02.2014
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing -
Rift Valley University
Nazerath 09.2021
Science Education
St Joseph High School
Nazerath 06.1999
Skills
- Documentation
- Critical thinking
- Maintaining dialysis equipment
- Acute hemodialysis treatment
- Aseptic techniques
- HIPAA
- Patient observation
- Fluid management
Certification
RN
CPR
Timeline
Dialysis Technician
Kindred Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Dialysis Technician
DaVita
03.2014 - 12.2016
CNA
Healthsouth Rehab
04.2011 - 02.2014
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing -
Rift Valley University
Science Education
St Joseph High School
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