Marisa Tschanen
Willard,Ohio
Summary
Certified Hemodialysis Technician prepared for critical role of supporting renal patients. Possesses hands-on experience in dialysis procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort. Known for strong teamwork, reliability and adaptability, with key skills in equipment handling and patient communication.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
09.2023 - Current
- Measure and record patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Perform vascular access using aseptic technique.
- Set up and operate dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Collaborate closely with nursing staff for timely response to patient emergencies or unexpected complications during treatment sessions.
- Monitoring each patient closely during treatment to check for any adverse reactions or change in condition and report emergencies to attending nurses.
- Conduct thorough equipment disinfection procedures between sessions, minimizing risk of infection or cross contamination.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the clinic, resulting in enhanced patient outcomes.
Medical Assistant
Walk In Urgent Care
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Therapeutic Program Worker
Tiffin Developmental Center
03.1999 - 03.2022
- Maintained secure environment for staff and residents, following established safety standards.
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living.
- Utilized proper techniques to assist residents with bed and wheelchair transfers.
- Established personal relationships with residents to maintain patient comfort and care
- Supported children with special needs and managed behavioral disabilities.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self concepts
- Implemented and assisted in creating care plans for residents
- Observed and followed HIPPA guidelines
Education
Associate In Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Nursing
Terra State
Fremont, Ohio12.2013
Skills
- Vascular Access management
- Dialysis treatment
- Measuring vital signs/ Bp monitoring
- Patient care
- Critical thinking
- Venipuncture techniques
- Team collaboration
- HIPAA compliance
- Teamwork
- Adaptable to change
- Patient education
- Fluid management
- Infection control standards
- Specimen handling
- Aseptic techniques
- Medication administration
Certification
- CHT - Bonent Certified Hemodialysis Technologist
Timeline
Certified Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
09.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Walk In Urgent Care
09.2022 - 07.2023
Therapeutic Program Worker
Tiffin Developmental Center
03.1999 - 03.2022
Associate In Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Nursing
Terra State
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