Taylor Thompson

Patient Care Technician

Fresenius Kidney Care

04.2017 - Current

Performed pre-treatment patient assessments, including vital signs and weight measurements.
Assisted physicians with technical procedures such as arteriovenous fistula cannulation and hemodialysis treatments.
Monitored patients during dialysis treatments for adverse reactions or changes in condition.
Maintained accurate records of patient treatments, including the type of treatment received, duration of treatment and any other relevant information.
Provided education to patients regarding diet, lifestyle modifications, nutrition, fluid management and medication compliance.
Calibrated machines used for hemodialysis treatments according to established protocols.
Conducted laboratory tests on blood samples taken from patients before and after dialysis sessions.
Reported any malfunctions in equipment or supplies immediately to supervisor or designated personnel.
Ensured proper functioning of dialyzer reprocessing equipment according to manufacturer's instructions.
Inspected all medical instruments prior to use on each patient to ensure sterility and safety.
Provided emotional support to patients undergoing hemodialysis treatments by listening attentively and responding compassionately.
Participated in team meetings with physicians and other healthcare professionals to discuss new techniques or procedures related to hemodialysis.
Observed infection control policies at all times when interacting with patients or handling medical equipment.
Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations when dealing with confidential patient information.
Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
Performed routine sterilization, cleaning, and maintenance of hemodialysis machines and equipment.
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.
Inspected equipment and conducted safety checks on equipment and instruments to maintain high-quality control standards.
Communicated with management or other staff to resolve problems.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Calibrated, troubleshot or repaired equipment and corrected malfunctions.
Cleaned medical equipment or facilities.