Wendy Weaver
Shelby,NC
Summary
Dedicated and meticulous madical professional bringing more than 30 years of experience readying patients for invasive and non-invasive tests and procedures. Well-versed in managing supplies, fields and aseptic techniques. Proficient in HIPAA, facility and hospital standards and competent in operating in high-volume, high-stress settings.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care
04.2014 - 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.
- Cleaned and disinfected hemodialysis machines, chairs, trays, room and equipment.
- Monitored each patient closely during treatment to check for any adverse reactions or change in condition and reported emergencies to attending nurses.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
Customer Service Associate
American Safety Utility
08.2010 - 03.2014
- Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
- Informed customers about special promotions and provided detailed information for various products.
- Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.
- Provided product and service recommendations to guide customers on products to meet varying needs.
Medical Assistant
OrthoCarolina
03.2003 - 06.2010
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Atrium Healthcare
01.1994 - 05.1999
- Emergency Room:
- Providing patient care in urgent fast paced environment.
- Restocking and cleaning rooms
- Transporting patients in a timely manner
- Performing phlebotomy procedures, cath urines, EKGs and CPR under the direct orders and supervision of RN and Physicians
- Operating Room:
- Transporting Patients to and from Operating Room
- Positioning and assisting with prepping patients for surgery while maintaining a sterile environment
- Cleaning and sanitizing room in preparation for next case.
- Cleaning and sterilization processing of instrumentse
Education
High School Diploma -
Burns High School
Lawndale, NCSkills
- Pressure Wound Treatment
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Suture Removal
- Surgical Instruments
- Phlebotomy
- Decontamination and Sanitation
- Patient Medical Histories
- Emergency Situations
- Blood Sample Collection
- Fistula Cannulation
- Infection Control Standards
Certification
- CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
- Basic Life Support
- Phlebotomy
Timeline
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care
04.2014 - Current
Customer Service Associate
American Safety Utility
08.2010 - 03.2014
Medical Assistant
OrthoCarolina
03.2003 - 06.2010
Certified Nursing Assistant
Atrium Healthcare
01.1994 - 05.1999
High School Diploma -
Burns High School
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