Tiara Varnado
New Orleans,Louisiana
Summary
I am an efficient student with knowledge of electronic claims processing, inventory control and patient relations. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the vacancy at your company. Frequently praised as detail-oriented by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals. I'm an Anesthesia Technician with excellent communication, time management and computer skills. I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals. I'm a current student looking to join the workforce to gain real-world experience. Ability to complete tasks on time in both individual and team settings. I would also like to add that I'm a knowledgeable Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician with hands-on experience in hemodialysis, nephrology care and end-stage renal failure treatment. Well-versed in all elements of dialysis, including initiating and terminating treatment, educating patients and maintaining highest standards of sanitation and safety.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita
07.2023 - Current
- Minimized complications related to vascular access sites by performing proper cannulation techniques using both needles and catheters according to established protocols.
- Reduced the risk of infections by adhering to strict infection control protocols during all procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent teamwork skills while assisting other technicians during busy shifts for optimal patient care delivery.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Assisted patients with their pre-dialysis weight measurements, ensuring accurate assessment of fluid removal needs during the procedure.
- Enhanced patient care by providing efficient and accurate hemodialysis treatments.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Promoted continuity of care by documenting detailed treatment records in electronic health systems for easy access by all healthcare providers involved in the patient''s care plan.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility when faced with unexpected challenges during a shift, using critical thinking skills to find effective solutions that maintained high-quality patient care standards.
- Increased patient satisfaction through compassionate communication and attentive listening to their concerns or questions regarding treatment plans.
Anesthesia Technician
Ochsner Health
07.2021 - Current
- Verified availability of operating room supplies, medications and gases
- Responded to emergency situations by providing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), basic cardiac life support (BLS), advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
- Calibrated anesthesia delivery systems and monitors
- Assisted anesthesiologists in performing anesthetic procedures, such as epidural and spinal injections
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge
- Defined problems, collected data, established facts and validated conclusions
Online Fulfillment Assistant
Lowe's Home Improvement
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Provided assistance and direction to other stockroom, warehouse and storage yard workers
- Recommended disposal of excess, defective and obsolete stock
- Maintained supplies, tools, equipment and storage areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations
- Examined and inspected stock items for wear and defects, reported any damage to supervisors
- Itemized and total customer merchandise selection at checkout counter, using cash register and accepted cash and charge card for purchases
- Packed customer purchases in bags and cartons
- Took inventory and examined merchandise to identify items to be reordered and replenished
- Obtained merchandise from bins and shelves
- Took inventory of merchandise to identify items needing reordering or replenishment
- Kept records of out-going orders
Waitress
Barrow's Catfish
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Informed customers about daily specials, increasing sales of popular food items or dishes
- Communicated orders to kitchen staff to turn tables faster, keeping food fresh and hot
- Delivered accurate checks and processed bill payments in POS system
- Offered menu recommendations, highlighting popular dishes to optimize guest enjoyment
- Greeted and escorted guests to tables, fostering warm welcome
- Prepared checks to itemize and total meal costs and sales taxes
- Answered telephones to take reservations or to-go orders
- Listened to customer concerns and complaints and quickly rectified issues
Education
High School Diploma -
Thomas Jefferson
Gretna, Louisiana05.2017
Skills
- Airway Management
- Direct Supervision
- Equipment Calibration
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Operating Room Preparations
- Anesthesiologist Support
- Sterile Procedures and Techniques
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Dialysis machine operation
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Vascular Access Care
- Patient Monitoring
- Fluid Management
- Adaptable to change
- Medication Administration
- Sample Collection
- Equipment Sterilization
- Direct Patient Care
Certification
- Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita
07.2023 - Current
Anesthesia Technician
Ochsner Health
07.2021 - Current
Online Fulfillment Assistant
Lowe's Home Improvement
06.2020 - 05.2021
Waitress
Barrow's Catfish
08.2018 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Thomas Jefferson