Olivia Zamora
Lansing,MI
Summary
Resourceful dialysis technician bringing more than eight and a half years of experience to growing clinic. Well versed in all facets of hemodialysis and accomplished in leveraging clinical knowledge to quickly respond to emergency situations. Committed to delivering top-notch care and building strong teams through one-on-one coaching and role modeling.
Patient-oriented Dialysis tech bringing eight and a half years of background to growing organization. Expert in safely initiating, monitoring and terminating hemodialysis and simultaneously managing patients receiving treatment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Dialysis Technician
Puget Sound Kidney Centers
Everett , WA
12.2023 - Current
- Performed patient assessments prior to dialysis treatments, including vital signs and weight checks.
- Maintained accurate records of patients' medical history and treatment plans in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Monitored patient's vital signs during dialysis treatments, adjusting the rate of fluid removal as necessary.
- Identified and reported any adverse reactions or changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse.
- Performed daily maintenance on dialysis machines, such as cleaning and sterilization.
- Restocked supplies needed for dialysis procedures in an organized manner.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed while performing duties in the dialysis unit.
Sales Associate
Journeys Kidz
Lansing , MI
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
Truck Loader
UPS
Lansing , MI
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Loaded and unloaded trucks using forklift, pallet jack and hand truck.
- Inspected merchandise for damage prior to loading or unloading.
- Secured cargo in trucks with straps, load bars, blocks and other materials.
- Stacked goods onto shelves according to size, type and quantity specifications.
Travel Dialysis Technician
AHS Renal Stat – Davita Elmira Corrections
Elmira , NY
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Performed patient assessments prior to dialysis treatments, including vital signs and weight checks.
- Maintained accurate records of patients' medical history and treatment plans in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Monitored patient's vital signs during dialysis treatments, adjusting the rate of fluid removal as necessary.
- Identified and reported any adverse reactions or changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse.
- Performed daily maintenance on dialysis machines, such as cleaning and sterilization.
- Restocked supplies needed for dialysis procedures in an organized manner.
Travel Dialysis Technician
AHS Renal Stat – Davita Jamestown, NY
08.2021 - 05.2022
- My responsibilities start by building machines and inputting patients prescription into the machine
- Once patients are welcomed onto treatment floor, I begin by assisting with weighing patients in for accurate weight
- Before initiating treatment, I gather patients’ vital signs, calculate patients weight gain and verify an appropriate goal with my nurse
- Finally, cannulating or providing CVC care to patient and initiating treatment
- I am responsible for monitoring vital signs throughout treatment and reporting any changes or patient concerns to my nurse in charge
- Other responsibilities include gathering supplies and preparing for the day, stocking, emptying sharps containers, biohazard containers, preparing labs and any assigned side jobs.
Dialysis Technician- Central Michigan Float Pool
Fresenius Kidney Care
10.2020 - 07.2021
- My responsibilities start by building machines and inputting patients prescription into the machine
- Once patients are welcomed onto treatment floor, I begin by assisting with weighing patients in for accurate weight
- Before initiating treatment, I gather patients’ vital signs, calculate patients weight gain and verify an appropriate goal with my nurse
- Finally, cannulating or providing CVC care to patient and initiating treatment
- I am responsible for monitoring vital signs throughout treatment and reporting any changes or patient concerns to my nurse in charge
- Other responsibilities include gathering supplies and preparing for the day, stocking, emptying sharps containers, biohazard containers, preparing labs and any assigned side jobs.
Travel Dialysis Technician
AHS Staffing - Petoskey, MI, Sioux Falls, SD
10.2019 - 07.2020
- My responsibilities start by building machines and inputting patients prescription into the machine
- Once patients are welcomed onto treatment floor, I begin by assisting with weighing patients in for accurate weight
- Before initiating treatment, I gather patients’ vital signs, calculate patients weight gain and verify an appropriate goal with my nurse
- Finally, cannulating or providing CVC care to patient and initiating treatment
- I am responsible for monitoring vital signs throughout treatment and reporting any changes or patient concerns to my nurse in charge
- Other responsibilities include gathering supplies and preparing for the day, stocking, emptying sharps containers, biohazard containers, preparing labs and any assigned side jobs.
Travel Dialysis Technician
Maxim Health Solutions – Janesville, WI
12.2018 - 04.2019
- My responsibilities start by building machines and inputting patients prescription into the machine
- Once patients are welcomed onto treatment floor, I begin by assisting with weighing patients in for accurate weight
- Before initiating treatment, I gather patients’ vital signs, calculate patients weight gain and verify an appropriate goal with my nurse
- Finally, cannulating or providing CVC care to patient and initiating treatment
- I am responsible for monitoring vital signs throughout treatment and reporting any changes or patient concerns to my nurse in charge
- Other responsibilities include gathering supplies and preparing for the day, stocking, emptying sharps containers, biohazard containers, preparing labs and any assigned side jobs.
Travel Dialysis Technician
Worldwide Travel Staffing- Dodge Correctional Institution (Waupun, WI)
06.2018 - 12.2018
- My responsibilities start by building machines and inputting patients prescription into the machine
- Once patients are welcomed onto treatment floor, I begin by assisting with weighing patients in for accurate weight
- Before initiating treatment, I gather patients’ vital signs, calculate patients weight gain and verify an appropriate goal with my nurse
- Finally, cannulating or providing CVC care to patient and initiating treatment
- I am responsible for monitoring vital signs throughout treatment and reporting any changes or patient concerns to my nurse in charge
- Other responsibilities include gathering supplies and preparing for the day, stocking, emptying sharps containers, biohazard containers, preparing labs and any assigned side jobs.
Travel Dialysis Technician
Foundation Medical Staffing -Madison,WI
01.2018 - 04.2018
- My responsibilities start by building machines and inputting patients prescription into the machine
- Once patients are welcomed onto treatment floor, I begin by assisting with weighing patients in for accurate weight
- Before initiating treatment, I gather patients’ vital signs, calculate patients weight gain and verify an appropriate goal with my nurse
- Finally, cannulating or providing CVC care to patient and initiating treatment
- I am responsible for monitoring vital signs throughout treatment and reporting any changes or patient concerns to my nurse in charge
- Other responsibilities include gathering supplies and preparing for the day, stocking, emptying sharps containers, biohazard containers, preparing labs and any assigned side jobs.
Education
Patient Care Technician Certification -
South Texas Training Center
01.2011
Bachelors of Science in Information Technology (Concentration in Heath Care) -
Strayer University (Online)
Skills
- I have experience in patient care doing the following; While working as an ER Tech I was responsible for vitals, drawing blood, cathing patients (male, female and pediatrics) EKGs, suture setup, assisting in pelvic exams and assisting the RNs and Doctor as needed
- Working in Dialysis I have experience working with Fresenius T and K machines, Gambro machines and B Braun machines I have been responsible for mixing bicarb, the water room, preparing for labs, drawing and spinning labs, accessing fistulas, grafts and catheters, calculating goals for dry weight, I also have experience with different medical charting programs (Epic, MIQS, Clarity and snappy) Certified Hemodialysis Technician BLS/CPR certified
- Alarm response
- HIPAA
- Equipment Maintenance
- Patient Observation
- Disposing of biohazardous waste
- Compliance with regulatory guidelines
- Patient Care
- Safety Monitoring
- Hemodialysis treatment
- Specimen handling
- Direct Patient Care
Timeline
Travel Dialysis Technician
Puget Sound Kidney Centers
12.2023 - Current
Sales Associate
Journeys Kidz
05.2023 - 11.2023
Truck Loader
UPS
05.2023 - 10.2023
Travel Dialysis Technician
AHS Renal Stat – Davita Elmira Corrections
11.2022 - 04.2023
Travel Dialysis Technician
AHS Renal Stat – Davita Jamestown, NY
08.2021 - 05.2022
Dialysis Technician- Central Michigan Float Pool
Fresenius Kidney Care
10.2020 - 07.2021
Travel Dialysis Technician
AHS Staffing - Petoskey, MI, Sioux Falls, SD
10.2019 - 07.2020
Travel Dialysis Technician
Maxim Health Solutions – Janesville, WI
12.2018 - 04.2019
Travel Dialysis Technician
Worldwide Travel Staffing- Dodge Correctional Institution (Waupun, WI)
06.2018 - 12.2018
Travel Dialysis Technician
Foundation Medical Staffing -Madison,WI
01.2018 - 04.2018
Patient Care Technician Certification -
South Texas Training Center
Bachelors of Science in Information Technology (Concentration in Heath Care) -
Strayer University (Online)
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