Takeisha Washington
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Disciplined Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician with more than twenty years of experience delivering outstanding care to patients and operating various types of dialysis equipment. Empathetic and aware of patients physical and emotional needs throughout the dialysis process. Well-versed in all elements of dialysis, including incenter, home hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis, initiating and terminating treatment, educating patients and maintaining highest standards of sanitation and safety. Knowledgeable Peritoneal Dialysis Registered Nurse with eight months of Home Hemodialysis and Peritoneal nursing experience educates patients on performing dialysis from home and completes ongoing patient care to keep treatment on track. Offers complex or clinical specialty area care for assigned patient population to restore stability, prevent complications and achieve and maintain optimal patient responses through patient-centered and patient-valued care. Routinely coordinates patient training, follow-up care, primary nursing, education and promotion of home treatment modalities to patients and staff.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Peritoneal Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care, Home Services
2023.07 - Current
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing comprehensive peritoneal dialysis care and education.
- Reduced hospitalizations by closely monitoring patient health and promptly addressing complications.
- Developed individualized care plans to address specific needs of peritoneal dialysis patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction by building strong rapport and trust through effective communication.
- Ensured adherence to regulatory standards, maintaining a high standard of care in the dialysis unit.
- Served as a resource for other healthcare professionals, promoting best practices in peritoneal dialysis care.
- Educated patient and support person on performing continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis and automated peritoneal dialysis in hospital and at home.
- Assisted in examination and evaluation of patient candidates to arrange appropriate peritoneal dialysis treatment and other services.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Trained nurses on continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis to assist unwell patients admitted for acute treatment.
Home Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care, Home Services
2023.07 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management.
- Managed quality care for patients with end-stage renal disease .
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Center
2001.12 - 2023.07
- Staff scheduling and patient scheduling in schedule wise.
- Educated and reinforce patients and caregivers on proper ways to use and troubleshoot home hemodialysis/ peritoneal dialysis machine.
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
- Recorded client data on hemodialysis flow chart.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Provided in-patient care for five dialysis patients simultaneously focusing on providing clean, safe, and comfortable treatment environment.
- Preceptor to new nurse/ technicians.
- Assist KCA's with lobby days and patient education.
Education
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LALicenses & Certifications
06.2023
Associate Degree in General Studies - General Studies
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA05.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA05.2023
Skills
- Patient Care
- Infection Control Standards
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Direct Patient Care
- Blood Sample Collection
- Dialysis Treatment
- Machine Operation
- Chronic and Acute Conditions
- Explaining Procedures to Patients
- Patient Monitoring
- Teamwork and Cooperation
Timeline
Peritoneal Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care, Home Services
2023.07 - Current
Home Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care, Home Services
2023.07 - Current
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Center
2001.12 - 2023.07
Delgado Community College
Licenses & Certifications
Associate Degree in General Studies - General Studies
Delgado Community College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Delgado Community College
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