Dedicated and compassionate with 37 years in the medical field to provide exceptional patient care and passion for patients in a health care setting.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Technician
Satellite Dialysis Center
10.2009 - 01.2024
Calibrate the dialysis machine before patient treatments
Administer dialysis through safe and careful connection of the patient to the machine
Monitor patients closely throughout and after the treatment
Assist doctor and nurses in updating patient records with results and changes during and after dialysis
Kept the treatment area clean and organized for dialysis technicians to operate machines and update patient records
Residential Care Coordinator
Greenhaven Estates
03.2007 - 12.2008
Responsible for oversight of the resident’s health care service needs
Developed monthly health services staffing schedule
Participated in routine review of resident’s service plans in order to identify the need for additional assessments, health monitoring, and other coordination of care needs
Conducted health services related audits in accordance to the community QA program
Dialysis Technician
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
01.2000 - 04.2005
Performed & recorded patient observations (vital signs- BP, pulse, respirations, weight, etc.)
Performed venipuncture of dialysis access using aseptic technique
Calculated & adjusted fluid removal rates of patients per protocol & prescription
Administered heparin & Saline to patient as needed
Performed sterile and non-sterile dressing changes of catheter site
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sutter Senior Care
04.1993 - 01.2000
Assist with physical examinations and procedures, such as catheterization and suturing
Monitor patients' conditions and report any changes to the nursing staff
Provide emotional support and companionship to patients
Adhere to HIPAA regulations to ensure patient privacy and confidentiality
Education
High School Diploma -
American Legion H.S.
Skills
Advanced knowledge of hemodialysis machine processes
High level organizational skills
Efficient providing emotional support to patients
Knowledge in collecting lab specimens
Knowledge in spinning lab specimens
Knowledge in packing lab specimens
Certification
CCHT
CPR
Timeline
Dialysis Technician
Satellite Dialysis Center
10.2009 - 01.2024
Residential Care Coordinator
Greenhaven Estates
03.2007 - 12.2008
Dialysis Technician
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
01.2000 - 04.2005
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sutter Senior Care
04.1993 - 01.2000
CCHT
CPR
High School Diploma -
American Legion H.S.
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