Raheim Turner, NT-c
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Healthcare professional with extensive experience at Schneider Regional Medical Center, specializing in hemodialysis and patient education. Expertise in vascular access management and quality control, leading to improved patient outcomes through diligent monitoring and compassionate care. Skilled in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to create effective treatment plans and enhance patient satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Healthcare Specialist
Love home care
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
12.2024 - Current
- Provided personalized care to patients in home settings.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and medication management.
- Monitored patient health and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Documented patient progress and care plans accurately in records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations while remaining calm under pressure.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all client interactions and services provided according to agency guidelines.
- Monitored vital signs, weight, and other indicators of patient health status.
- Managed a caseload of up to 20 clients at any given time.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care and medication administration.
Nephrology Technologist
Schneider Regional Medical center
Saint Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
01.2024 - Current
- Delivered exceptional care for dialysis patients by closely monitoring vital signs, adjusting treatment parameters as needed, and addressing any complications promptly.
- Advised patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene and disease prevention.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions to raise awareness.
- Trained support staff in patient care strategies, intake requirements and requirements for assisting with different procedures.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize clinical processes and enhance overall patient care standards.
Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Rhode Island Hospital
Providence, Rhode Island
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently monitoring and adjusting dialysis treatments according to individual needs.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately documenting all aspects of each dialysis session in electronic medical records.
- Supported patient education by explaining the hemodialysis process and providing resources for self-management of kidney disease.
- Ensured proper vascular access maintenance through thorough pre-and post-treatment assessments of catheters and fistulas.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to deliver coordinated care for patients with complex medical conditions.
Orthopedic Technologist – Contractor
Kaiser Permanente – LA Medical Center
Los Angeles, California
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Ensured a safe environment by maintaining cleanliness standards in exam rooms, procedure areas, and cast rooms.
- Reduced recovery time for patients by expertly removing sutures, staples, pins, wires, and external fixators.
- Increased patient satisfaction with thorough pre-and post-operative care instructions.
- Assisted surgeons during complex orthopedic procedures, ensuring optimal results for patients.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop customized treatment plans, optimizing patient outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing efficient orthopedic casting and splinting.
- Provided support in emergency situations by proficiently applying first aid techniques.
- Conducted comprehensive examinations to assess the range of motion, muscle strength, reflexes, sensation levels leading to a better diagnosis.
Clinical Hemodialysis Technician – Contractor
Harris Health System – Ben Taub Hospital
Houston, Texas
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to deliver coordinated care for patients with complex medical conditions.
- Supported patient education by explaining the hemodialysis process and providing resources for self-management of kidney disease.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently monitoring and adjusting dialysis treatments according to individual needs.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately documenting all aspects of each dialysis session in electronic medical records.
Clinical Hemodialysis Technician – Contractor
University of Virginia Medical Center
Charlottesville, Virginia
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Supported patient education by explaining the hemodialysis process and providing resources for self-management of kidney disease.
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Promoted health education among patients, offering guidance on dietary restrictions and self-care strategies related to kidney disease management.
- Improved patient comfort by carefully and efficiently setting up dialysis machines and monitoring patients throughout treatments.
- Reduced infection rates by maintaining strict aseptic techniques during all procedures.
Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Penn Medicine - Fresenius Medical Care
04.2016 - 12.2021
- Work under the supervision of a Nephrologist and/or Registered Nurse
- Direct and daily patient care, performance of basic hemodialysis techniques and procedures, and observations under the direct supervision and guidance of a registered nurse
- I am responsible for testing water for approved diasafe levels
- I preform phlebotomy task when blood, urine, or other samples are ordered and prepare them for transport to the laboratory
- Also, I am responsible for performing both simple and complex laboratory tests as well as the required quality controls
- Using EPIC, an electronic medical record system to update vital patient information so that it can be readily and accurately assessed
Education
High School Diploma -
West Philadelphia High School
Philadelphia, PA06-2006
Skills
- Quality control guidelines
- Vascular access management
- Fluid balance monitoring
- Renal nutrition counseling
- Hemodialysis expertise
- Acute renal failure treatment
- Diagnosis and treatment planning
- Fracture management
- Wound care
- Physical assessment
- Sterile field techniques
- Suture removal
- Instrument sterilization
Certification
- Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technologist
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Electrocardiograph (EKG)
- NIH Stroke
- Phlebotomist
- Epic EMR
Timeline
Home Healthcare Specialist
Love home care
12.2024 - Current
Nephrology Technologist
Schneider Regional Medical center
01.2024 - Current
Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Rhode Island Hospital
02.2023 - 06.2023
Orthopedic Technologist – Contractor
Kaiser Permanente – LA Medical Center
08.2022 - 01.2023
Clinical Hemodialysis Technician – Contractor
Harris Health System – Ben Taub Hospital
01.2022 - 07.2022
Clinical Hemodialysis Technician – Contractor
University of Virginia Medical Center
01.2021 - 12.2021
Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Penn Medicine - Fresenius Medical Care
04.2016 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
West Philadelphia High School