SPENCER BROOKS

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional delivering exceptional patient care in various clinical settings. Strong communicator adept at fostering collaborative relationships with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams. Committed to providing empathetic support and advocacy for patients while upholding the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician

DaVita Dialysis

Glen Burnie, MD

03.2024 - Current

Performing Dialysis Procedures: Set up, operate, and monitor dialysis machines and equipment according to established protocols
Patient Assessment and Monitoring: Assess patients' vital signs, fluid status, and overall condition before, during, and after dialysis treatments
Monitor patients for any adverse reactions or complications during dialysis sessions and promptly report findings to healthcare providers
Venipuncture and Access Management: Prepare patients for dialysis by accessing their vascular access points, which may include arteriovenous fistulas, grafts, or central venous catheters, through venipuncture techniques
Ensure proper care and maintenance of vascular access sites to prevent infections and complications
Medication Administration: Administer medications prescribed by healthcare providers, such as heparin to prevent blood clotting during dialysis, erythropoietin to stimulate red blood cell production, or medications to manage electrolyte imbalances
Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and detailed medical records of dialysis treatments, patient assessments, medication administration, and any changes in patients' conditions

Certified Nursing Assistant

Assisting Hands Home Care

Clarksville, MD

03.2022 - 06.2024

Patient Care: Ability to provide compassionate and attentive care to patients, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility
Vital Signs Monitoring: Proficiency in measuring and recording vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse rate, temperature, and respiratory rate, accurately and consistently
Medication Assistance: Knowledge of medication administration procedures, including assisting patients with taking oral medications, applying topical treatments, or assisting with medication reminders under the supervision of a nurse or healthcare provider
Medical Equipment Operation: Familiarity with operating and maintaining medical equipment such as mechanical lifts, wheelchairs, walkers, and other assistive devices to facilitate patient mobility and independence

Education

Associates Degree of Arts -

Howard Community College

Columbia, MD

05.2023

Skills

American Heart Association -

CPR/FIRST AID/BLS