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Stephanie Bautista

Menomonie,WI

Summary

Dedicated Dialysis Technician with expertise from Mayo Clinic, skilled in hemodialysis procedures and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety through meticulous monitoring and adherence to infection control standards. Strong communicator, fostering trust and rapport with patients while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dialysis Technician

Mayo Clinic
01.2022 - Current
  • Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
  • Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
  • Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment through diligent adherence to infection control protocols.
  • Promoted health education among patients, offering guidance on dietary restrictions and self-care strategies related to kidney disease management.
  • Contributed to staff development by sharing expertise in dialysis processes during team meetings and training sessions.

Dialysis Technician

DaVita
09.2020 - 01.2022
  • Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
  • 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.
  • Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
  • Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
  • Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.

Phlebotomist II

Mayo Clinic
08.2016 - 09.2020
  • Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WI
05-2026

Certificate - LPN

Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WI
05-2024

Skills

  • Hemodialysis procedures
  • Patient education
  • Infection control standards
  • Patient-centered care practices
  • Monitoring patient vitals
  • Phlebotomy procedures
  • Risk assessment
  • Direct patient care
  • Detail-oriented documentation practices
  • Patient relationship management
  • Knowledge of HIPAA regulations
  • Sterile procedures

Certification

  • CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician

Timeline

Dialysis Technician

Mayo Clinic
01.2022 - Current

Dialysis Technician

DaVita
09.2020 - 01.2022

Phlebotomist II

Mayo Clinic
08.2016 - 09.2020

Associate of Science - Nursing

Chippewa Valley Technical College

Certificate - LPN

Chippewa Valley Technical College

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