Theresa Comeione
North Canton,Ohio
Summary
Certified Dialysis Technician experienced working with End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) patients providing quality, compassionate care. Professional educator and trainer on dialysis equipment, procedures and safety guidelines. Professional Certified Hemodialysis Technician with 20 years working in high volume dialysis center in busy urban location. Caring and supportive clinician committed to providing quality service to patients and maintaining high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in dialysis environment. Experienced Dialysis Technician with 20 years of experience providing outstanding care to patients in various stages of renal failure. Accomplished in building rapport with patients and explaining procedures to ease anxiety. Offering expert knowledge of hemodialysis treatment, unit operations and regulatory guidelines.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Dialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Dialysis
01.2023 - Current
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Monitored each patient closely during treatment to check for any adverse reactions or change in condition and reported emergencies to attending nurses.
- Provided education to patients and their families on dialysis treatment processes and at-home care requirements.
Dialysis Technician
DaVita
04.2021 - 01.2024
- 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.
- 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.
- I was on the travel team for three years.
Medical Assistant
Summa Health
02.2020 - 04.2023
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
Education
High School Diploma -
East High School
Akron, OH05.2021
Skills
- Hemodialysis Procedures
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Vascular Access Management
- Critical thinking abilities
- Adaptable to change
- Patient Education
- Infection control protocols
- Patient Care Coordination
- Phlebotomy
- Equipment Maintenance
Accomplishments
- Completed advanced training in [Subject], [Subject], and [Subject].
- Trained over 21 staff on hemodialysis machine operations and proper connection to access the site.
Certification
- Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
- CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Esthetician
Ohio certified in skin care by the board of cosmetology.
Timeline
Certified Dialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Dialysis
01.2023 - Current
Dialysis Technician
DaVita
04.2021 - 01.2024
Medical Assistant
Summa Health
02.2020 - 04.2023
High School Diploma -
East High School
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