Sara Vance
Saint Petersburg,Florida
Summary
Dynamic Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician with proven expertise at DaVita in patient care and patient education. Excelled in minimizing complications through precise treatment and infection control, while fostering teamwork and enhancing patient outcomes. Recognized for effective precepting of new technicians and building strong client relationships.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita
02.2020 - 06.2024
- 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.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Completed required training courses on time, staying up-to-date with industry best practices and advancements in dialysis technology for improved patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility when faced with unexpected challenges during a shift, using critical thinking skills to find effective solutions that maintained high-quality patient care standards.
- Supported interdisciplinary team collaboration by sharing relevant patient information with physicians, nurses, and dietitians for comprehensive care planning.
- Precepted at least 10 new technicians, teaching and sharing valuable knowledge to help them quickly become proficient contributors within the clinic team.
Sales Manager
United Park Services
03.2012 - 02.2020
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
- Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Pinellas Technical College
Clearwater, FL02-2025
Skills
- Vascular access care and cannulation
- Blood sample collection
- Precepting oncoming technicians
- Fluid management
- Patient monitoring
- Patient positioning
- Equipment sterilization
- Measuring vital signs
- Patient care
- Patient education
Certification
- CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
- BLS - Certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and Basic Life Support
Timeline
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita
02.2020 - 06.2024
Sales Manager
United Park Services
03.2012 - 02.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Pinellas Technical College
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