Miranda Louis
Visalia,CA
Summary
Focused patient care professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering exceptional service to individuals with kidney failure. Offers over 9 years of comprehensive experience in a dialysis setting; recording vital signs, collecting specimens and preparing accurate documentation. Responsible team player always willing to assume additional responsibility to ease family burden. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Davita
09.2014 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing. *IATA certified
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery. *Certified Preceptor
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed each patient''s unique needs.
- Educated patients and families on proper care and treatment to facilitate successful home care.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Expert cannulator
Crew Member
Mcdonalds
06.2011 - 09.2013
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Checked on dining areas frequently to clean up spills, wipe down tables and restock stations.
- Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
Education
No Degree -
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA06.2025
Skills
- Specimen Collection
- Adaptable
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Education
- Data Collection
- Phlebotomy Techniques
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
- CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Davita
09.2014 - Current
Crew Member
Mcdonalds
06.2011 - 09.2013
No Degree -
College of The Sequoias