Paulo Hawthorne
Byron
Summary
Detail-oriented Hemodialysis Technician with a strong commitment to patient care and safety. Skilled in monitoring patient reactions, operating dialysis machines, and maintaining accurate medical records. Proficient in performing equipment calibrations, conducting pre-treatment assessments, and ensuring optimal machine function.
Known for excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities in fast-paced, high-stress environments, ensuring the best patient outcomes.
Personable and compassionate individual with strong commitment to patient care and well-being. Knowledge of medical terminology and patient monitoring, coupled with proficient skills in operating dialysis equipment and ensuring treatment accuracy. Dedicated to improving patient outcomes by delivering high-quality care and support.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita
Macon, GA, United States of America
02.2025 - Current
- Operate dialysis machines, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Enhance treatment efficiency, improving patient outcomes.
- Maintain equipment, preventing downtime and ensuring reliability.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize care plans.
- Monitor patient vitals, addressing issues promptly.
- Monitored vital signs and laboratory results, enabling timely interventions and substantial improvements in patient care.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, fostering successful patient recovery and engagement.
- Maintained accurate patient records and treatment logs, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Maintained the water treatment system
- Patient Education Manager
- Opened and closed the clinic
Hemodialysis Technician Clinical Intern
Houston Healthcare
Warner Robins, GA
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Monitored patient reactions and machine function during dialysis treatments, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Managed emergencies swiftly, maintaining patient care during critical events.
- Recorded patient observations, baseline measurements, and treatment data to maintain accurate medical records.
- Inspected and calibrated dialysis equipment, ensuring proper function and compliance with safety protocols.
- Calibrated machines used for hemodialysis treatments according to established protocols.
- Prepared dialysate and primed dialyzers with saline following established formulas.
- Conducted pre-treatment assessments (vital signs, weight) and attached dialyzers and tubing to machines.
- Maintained sterility and safety by inspecting, cleaning, and sterilizing dialysis equipment before each use.
- Discontinued treatments and documented all relevant patient information, including treatment type, duration, and any complications.
Clinical Intern for Nursing Medical Surgical 1
Houston Healthcare
Warner Robins, GA
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Participated in case conferences to discuss patient treatment and progress.
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and medications.
- Followed infection control protocols and safety guidelines for handling hazardous materials.
- Assisted nursing staff with direct patient care, including bathing, grooming, feeding, and toileting.
- Responded to emergencies with quick, effective interventions to provide optimal patient care.
- Applied dressings, bandages, and support stockings to protect wounds and infections.
- Obtained vital signs, and blood glucose levels, and performed wound care and sterile procedures.
- Administered oral, intramuscular, intravenous, and topical medications as directed by a registered nurse.
- Assisted in implementing care plans and communicated patient needs to the interdisciplinary team.
- Supported patient mobility with walking aids and transferred patients safely.
- Utilized critical thinking to assess clinical data and detect potential issues.
- Advocated for patients’ needs, ensuring comfort and promoting recovery.
Clinical Intern for Nursing Mental Health
Veterans Hospital Medical Center
Dublin, GA
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Conducted individual, and group therapy sessions.
- Facilitated productive therapy sessions and utilized growth-promoting exercises to help patients improve mental health.
- Developed therapeutic relationships with clients to promote trust and rapport building.
- Facilitated psychoeducational groups focused on topics such as anger management, substance abuse, coping skills.
- Provided feedback regarding client’s responses during sessions.
- Screened potential clients for appropriate level of care using standard assessment tools.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Clinical Intern for Nursing Fundamentals
Houston Healthcare
Warner Robins, GA
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing, and toileting.
- Participated in weekly case conferences to discuss treatment plans and progress.
- Supplied, collected, and emptied patient bedpans on a frequent basis.
- Developed therapeutic relationships with clients to promote trust and rapport building.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables, and surgical tables.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients’ needs.
- Obtained vital signs and blood glucose levels.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Education
Hemodialysis Technology Diploma - Hemodialysis
Central Georgia Technical College
Macon, GA12-2024
Skills
- Patient Care
- Patient Education
- Disease Prevention
- Diagnostic Skills
- Clinical Research
- Patient Advocacy
- Dialysis Machine Operation
- Equipment Calibration
- Medical Records
- HIPAA Compliance
- Infection Control
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Wound Care
- Patient Monitoring
- Emergency Management
- Sterilization Techniques
- Data Management
- Quality Assurance
- Health Education
- Patient Support
Accomplishments
Continuous Improvement Award from DaVita - 2026
Courage Core Value Award from DaVita Academy Atlanta - 2026
Certification
- CPR and First Aid certification, American Heart Association
- Hemodialysis Patient Care Specialist Technician Certificate, Central Georgia Technical College
- Hemodialysis Reuse/Reprocessing Technical Certificate, Central Georgia Technical College
- Certified Hemodialysis Technician - Board of Nephrology Examiners Nursing and Technology
Languages
English
Tagalog
Timeline
Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita
02.2025 - Current
Hemodialysis Technician Clinical Intern
Houston Healthcare
10.2024 - 12.2024
Clinical Intern for Nursing Medical Surgical 1
Houston Healthcare
10.2023 - 12.2023
Clinical Intern for Nursing Mental Health
Veterans Hospital Medical Center
09.2023 - 11.2023
Clinical Intern for Nursing Fundamentals
Houston Healthcare
09.2022 - 12.2022
Hemodialysis Technology Diploma - Hemodialysis
Central Georgia Technical College