Adaptable Hemodialysis Nurse demonstrating expertise and knowledge honed over 17 years of industry experience in both chronic and acute settings. Skilled at working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance patient outcomes.
Work History
Area Float/Nurse Manager
9 Years
Fresenius Kidney Care | Miami, FL | 09.2017 - Current
Provided all aspects of Hemodialysis treatment in both acute and chronic settings.
Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Performed routine quality control assessments to ensure compliance with all policy and procedures
Coordinated staff and call schedules
Dialysis Float Nurse
3 Years
Fresenius Kidney Care | Jacksonville, FL | 09.2014 - 09.2017
Floated between Acute and Chronic settings in Jacksonville Area
Cleaned and connected to access sites, including fistulas, grafts, and catheters, while following infection control protocols.
Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
1 Year 3 Months
Fresenius Kidney Care First Coast | Jacksonville, FL | 06.2013 - 09.2014
Measured and recorded patients’ pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics, including weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate, and respiration rate.
Cleaned and connected to access sites, including fistulas, grafts, and catheters, while following infection control protocols.
Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
Monitored each patient closely during treatment to check for any adverse reactions or change in condition
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Certified Hemodialysis Technician
4 Years
Fresenius Kidney Care Northwest Oklahoma City | Oklahoma City, OK | 04.2004 - 04.2008
Measured and recorded patients’ pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics, including weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate, and respiration rate.
Cleaned and connected to access sites, including fistulas, grafts, and catheters, by following infection control protocols.
Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
Monitored each patient closely during treatment to check for any adverse reactions or change in condition and reported emergencies to attending nurses.