Michelle Kurgan
Southgate,MI
Summary
Started in the medical field as an EMT for 10+ years, worked as an MA for a specialty clinic specializing in Cardiology, ENT, and Oncology for 2 years. Experience as an emergency room technician for 3 years before returning to dialysis and have 13 yrs experience in. Will begin the 2nd semester of the Registered Nurse program at Wayne County Community College and will graduate in December 2025. RN completed & passed courses: Fundamentals of Nursing, Physical Assessment, Med-Surg 1 & Pharmacology. Will start Obstetrics August 2024 & Med-Surg 2 October 2024
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Certified Chronic Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita
07.2015 - 03.2024
- Inventoried, ordered and restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Supported new technicians through mentorship and hands-on training sessions, fostering professional growth within the team environment.
- Performed dialysis access site cannulation and initiated dialysis treatment.
- Participated in team meetings, contributing valuable insights into process improvements and enhancing overall patient satisfaction.
- Obtained patient's blood samples via access site or dialysis lines.
- Consistently adhered to HIPAA guidelines when handling sensitive patient information, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the treatment process.
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring patient vital signs and promptly reporting any abnormalities to nursing staff.
- Responded to dialysis-related emergency situations under nurse supervision.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Troubleshot technical issues with hemodialysis machines quickly resolving any problems that arose while delivering timely services.
- Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Education
Registered Nurse Program (currently Attending)
Wayne County Community College District
Detroit, MIPCT-Patient Care Technician -
Dorsey College
Southgate, MI03.2015
Skills
Master Cannulator
Preceptor
Access Manger
Travel Coordinator for patients
Inventory
- Family Education
- Equipment Maintenance
- Dialysis Treatment
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Monitoring Tests
- Nursing Assistance
- Patient Education
- Blood Sample Collection
- Safety Protocols
- Patient Care
- Infection Control Standards
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Aseptic Techniques
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Machine Operations
- Direct Patient Care
- Team Collaboration
- Laboratory Equipment Handling
- Adverse Reaction Reporting
- Biohazardous Waste Disposal
- Vital Statistics
- Advanced Nephrology Knowledge
- Respirator Operation
- Maintaining Dialysis Equipment
- Patient Health Education
- Water Quality Testing
- Emergency Response
- Master Cannulator
- Pulse Oximetry
- Medical Condition Monitoring
- Treatment Documentation
- Safety Monitoring
- Measuring Vital Signs
- Patient Observation
- Crutch Fitting
- Specimen Handling
- Diagnostic Troubleshooting
- Phlebotomy Procedures
- Life Support Systems
- Quality Education
- OSHA Regulations
- AED Operation
Certification
Certified Chronic Hemodialysis Tech.
CPR & AED certified
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Certified Chronic Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita
07.2015 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse Program (currently Attending)
Wayne County Community College District
PCT-Patient Care Technician -
Dorsey College