Theresa Vello

• Enhanced patient care by providing high-quality acute dialysis treatment and monitoring vital signs closely.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with kidney disease.
• Delivered compassionate care to patients during challenging times, fostering trust and strong patient relationships.
• Implemented evidence-based nursing practices, ensuring adherence to established protocols and guidelines for acute dialysis treatments.
• Managed complex cases with multiple comorbidities, coordinating care across various medical disciplines.
• Advocated for patient needs, communicating effectively with physicians and other medical professionals to enhance overall care quality.
• Provided education on self-care management to patients living with chronic kidney disease or undergoing dialysis treatment.
• Reduced hospital readmission rates by implementing early intervention strategies in collaboration with healthcare providers.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments before initiating dialysis treatment, ensuring proper preparation and minimizing risks of complications.
• Closely monitored hemodynamic parameters during dialysis sessions, making necessary adjustments based on individual patient needs.
• Maintained timely documentation of all treatments provided, supporting accurate billing processes and facilitating effective communication among healthcare providers.
• Ensured compliance with infection control standards by maintaining a clean environment and adhering to proper sterilization techniques when handling equipment.
• Served as a resource within the healthcare team, sharing expertise on acute dialysis treatments and supporting colleagues in their professional growth.
• Recognized changes in each patient's condition and adjusted dialysis treatments on daily basis.
• Communicated with physicians and hospital staff regarding significant information to notify staff of issues and changes.
• Gained high level of understanding regarding renal function, kidney diseases and conditions and dialytic treatments.

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Consistent with other dialysis modalities......

Besides acute hemodialysis other modalities included:

Peritoneal Dialysis

Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy

• Reduced hospital readmissions for dialysis patients by implementing individualized care plans and thorough patient education.
• Provided compassionate care to patients, addressing their emotional needs and supporting them throughout the dialysis process.
• Assisted in vascular access evaluations alongside physicians to determine suitable options for each individual patient''s needs.
• Upheld patient privacy and HIPAA regulations by diligently protecting sensitive information during documentation processes.

• Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
• Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
• Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
• Provided care to dialysis patients having dialysis access interventions. Ambulatory procedure same day care.

• Reduced hospital readmissions for dialysis patients by implementing individualized care plans and thorough patient education.
• Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration, participating in team meetings and collaborating with physicians on treatment plans.
• Optimized clinic efficiency by managing patient schedules and coordinating with technicians on machine setup and maintenance.
• Provided compassionate care to patients, addressing their emotional needs and supporting them throughout the dialysis process.
• Streamlined communication between the dialysis team, ensuring timely updates on patient progress and changes in treatment plans.
• Conducted comprehensive patient assessments before, during, and after treatments to monitor for potential complications or changes in condition.
• Promoted a positive environment for patients and staff by fostering teamwork, open communication, and professional development opportunities.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, including treatment details and any observed reactions or side effects from therapy.
• Effectively managed emergency situations arising during dialysis treatments such as hypotensive episodes or access site bleeding.
• Assisted in vascular access evaluations alongside physicians to determine suitable options for each individual patient''s needs.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.

• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality acute hemodialysis care and monitoring vital signs during treatments.
• Reduced complications in dialysis patients by assessing and addressing their individual needs, both medical and emotional.
• Enhanced patient safety with thorough knowledge of emergency procedures during acute hemodialysis sessions.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for renal failure patients.
• Toggled between chronic and acute hemodialysis on Hopkins Bayview Campus

Provided nursing care to healthy hemapheresis donors.

Reviewed histories and proformed cannulation, one in each arm, for donors and completing the hemapheresis procedure.

• Enhanced patient recovery by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up instructions for patients and their families.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and care coordination.
• Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
• Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
• Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
• Decreased medication errors by diligently following the five rights of medication administration and double-checking orders with pharmacy staff when necessary.
• Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
• Contributed to a positive work culture by serving as a mentor for new nurses and participating in shared governance initiatives within the organization.
• Streamlined nursing workflows by effectively delegating tasks to ancillary staff according to scope of practice guidelines.
• Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
• Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
• Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.
• Facilitated efficient discharge planning with case managers, social workers, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment plan.
• Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
• Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
• Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
• Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.