Mary Brown
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Experienced Dialysis Technician with years of experience providing outstanding care to patients in various stages of renal failure. Accomplished in building rapport with patients and explaining procedures to ease anxiety. Offering expert knowledge of hemodialysis treatment, unit operations and regulatory guidelines. Enhancing patient satisfaction through expert management of hemodialysis procedures and infection control standards. Skilled in patient education and care, demonstrating improvement in patient self-care compliance. Specialize in vascular access management, blending technical proficiency with compassionate patient interaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Technician
HealthTrust
Chattanooga, TN
10.2022 - 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.
CNA
LifeCare Center Of Collegedale
Collegedale, TN
11.2020 - Current
- 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.
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius
Chattanooga, TN
10.2017 - 01.2023
- 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.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Promoted health education among patients, offering guidance on dietary restrictions and self-care strategies related to kidney disease management.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Miller-Motte Technical College - Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN04.2005
High School Diploma -
Chattanooga High School, Chattanooga, Tn
Chattanooga, TN05.1995
Skills
- Hemodialysis Procedures
- Infection control standards
- Patient Education
- Patient Care
- Dialysis treatment
- Patient care techniques
- Vascular Access Management
Certification
- CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
- Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Dialysis Technician
HealthTrust
10.2022 - Current
CNA
LifeCare Center Of Collegedale
11.2020 - Current
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius
10.2017 - 01.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Miller-Motte Technical College - Chattanooga
High School Diploma -
Chattanooga High School, Chattanooga, Tn