Patricia Dewveall
Portland Tx
Summary
Proven expertise in dialysis machine operation and exceptional teamwork skills, honed at Fresenius Medical Care NA. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient care through meticulous vascular access care and infection control, leading to improved patient outcomes. Adaptability and commitment to HIPAA compliance underscore my professional approach, ensuring high-quality healthcare delivery. Patient-focused [Job Title] offering [Number]-year background and advanced nephrology proficiency to growing organization. Well versed in all elements of hemodialysis with success in quickly building rapport with patients when delivering exceptional service and care. Proven leader and skilled in training new hires and cross-training staff.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care NA
02.2015 - Current
- Minimized complications related to vascular access sites by performing proper cannulation techniques using both needles and catheters according to established protocols.
- Reduced the risk of infections by adhering to strict infection control protocols during all procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent teamwork skills while assisting other technicians during busy shifts for optimal patient care delivery.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Assisted patients with their pre-dialysis weight measurements, ensuring accurate assessment of fluid removal needs during the procedure.
- Enhanced patient care by providing efficient and accurate hemodialysis treatments.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
Activities Coordinator
Holmbgreen Health Care
05.2013 - 02.2014
- Coordinated, planned, developed and implemented activities designed to enrich lives of assisted living residents.
- Enhanced participant engagement by incorporating creative activities and events into the daily schedule.
- Organized diverse activities, addressing various interests and promoting social interaction among participants.
- Encouraged, supported and assisted residents with activities and documented activity attendance and degree of involvement.
- Maintained and ordered supplies for activities.
- Prepared rooms, equipment and supplies and maintained clean activity area to foster welcoming environment and maximize participation.
- Increased activity participation by maintaining a welcoming and inclusive environment for all attendees.
Education
No Degree - Nursing Assistant
Victoria College
Victoria, TX02.2021
High School Diploma -
Gregory-Portland High School
Portland, TX05.1993
Skills
- Dialysis machine operation
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Vascular Access Care
- Venipuncture
- Venipuncture techniques
- Blood sample collection
- HIPAA Compliance
- Adaptable to change
- Fluid Management
strength training
i strenght train in the gym four days a week schedule permitting to be able to keep up with physical deman of the job
Timeline
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care NA
02.2015 - Current
Activities Coordinator
Holmbgreen Health Care
05.2013 - 02.2014
No Degree - Nursing Assistant
Victoria College
High School Diploma -
Gregory-Portland High School
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