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SUMMER TILLMAN

Galveston

Summary

Dedicated Patient Care Technician with extensive experience at DCI, skilled in dialysis machine operation and patient assessment. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety through effective communication and critical thinking. Recognized for meticulous attention to detail and adherence to infection control procedures, ensuring optimal care in high-pressure environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician

DCI
Nacogdoches
11.2022 - 07.2025
  • Monitored patient vitals during dialysis treatments for safety and comfort.
  • Operated dialysis machines to ensure proper functioning throughout procedures.
  • Prepared and sanitized equipment to maintain a sterile environment for patients.
  • Assisted patients with positioning and comfort during treatment sessions.
  • Educated patients on dialysis processes and home care instructions effectively.
  • Documented treatment data accurately in patient medical records consistently.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to address patient needs and concerns promptly.
  • Monitored patient's vital signs during dialysis treatments, adjusting the rate of fluid removal as necessary.
  • Performed daily maintenance on dialysis machines, such as cleaning and sterilization.
  • Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
  • Primed dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions and followed formula directions when preparing dialysate.
  • Eased patients' anxiety by explaining dialysis procedures and dialysis machine operations.
  • Attached dialyzer and tubing to dialysis machines for use in hemodialysis treatment.
  • Restocked supplies needed for dialysis procedures in an organized manner.
  • Evaluated access sites for infection or other complications prior to initiating treatment.

Nurse Aid

Garrison Nursing Home
Garrison
05.2022 - 11.2022
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in resident living areas.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to residents.
  • Assisted with feeding and nutrition for residents requiring additional help.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality resident care.
  • Maintained a clean environment by disinfecting equipment, emptying trash containers, cleaning surfaces, changing linens.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Comforted patients and provided reassurance and encouragement.
  • Observed residents' behavior closely to detect any changes in mood or physical condition that require further medical attention.
  • Reported all incidents, accidents involving clients immediately to supervisor, nurse manager, charge nurse.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests courteously and efficiently.
  • Transported patients safely using wheelchairs or stretchers when necessary.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.

Overnight Associate

Kroger
Nacogdoches
12.2021 - 03.2022
  • Stocked merchandise
  • Provided customer service by providing merchandise information and if needed product location.
  • Refilled and rotated stock on shelves
  • Followed safe work practices by keeping work area free of debris, such as plastic and cardboard.

TEAM LEAD

WAL-MART ASSOCIATES INC
Center
10.2015 - 10.2021
  • Provides and models customer service by acknowledging customer.
  • Identifying customer needs.
  • Assisting with purchasing needs
  • Resolving customer issues and concerns; promoting product service
  • Maintained safe shopping environment

Education

High School Diploma - General High School Curriculum

Penn Foster
Scranton, PA
10.2021

Skills

  • Working as a Team Lead I experienced the importance of being detail oriented, consistent, time management skills, and having verbal and written communication skills
  • Dialysis machine operation
  • Patient assessment
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Infection control procedures
  • Patient care protocols
  • Critical thinking
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Safety compliance
  • CPR certification

Additional Information

Available to start work immediately. References Available on Request.

Occupational Licenses Certificates And Training

  • Nurse Aid Training, Caring Heart Training Center LLC, 05/01/22
  • Basic Life Support, NationalCPRFoundation, 05/01/22
  • CCHT, 02/2024

Activities

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Certification

  • CCHT
  • Nurse Aid Training

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

DCI
11.2022 - 07.2025

Nurse Aid

Garrison Nursing Home
05.2022 - 11.2022

Overnight Associate

Kroger
12.2021 - 03.2022

TEAM LEAD

WAL-MART ASSOCIATES INC
10.2015 - 10.2021

High School Diploma - General High School Curriculum

Penn Foster

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