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Jessica Claire
  • , , 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
  • Home: (555) 432-1000
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Summary

Patient-oriented Dialysis Tech bringing 31-year background to growing organization. Expert in safely initiating, monitoring and terminating hemodialysis and simultaneously managing patients receiving treatment. Resourceful Dialysis Tech bringing more than 31 years of experience to growing clinic. Well versed in all facets of hemodialysis and accomplished in leveraging clinical knowledge to quickly respond to emergency situations. Committed to delivering top-notch care and building strong teams through one-on-one coaching and role modeling. Established Patient Care Technician offering CPR certified, clinical training in acute care, medical-surgical, skilled nursing, psychiatric, geriatric and rehabilitation units. Administered and assisted with glucose testing, injections, feedings and colostomy care. Proficient in nursing documentation, assessment and decision-making. Calm and effective in pressured and emergent situations. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Skills
  • Attention to Detail
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Time Management
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Procedure Assistance
  • Accreditation Process Implementation
  • Decision Making
  • Recordkeeping and Documentation
Experience
Dialysis Patient Care Technician, 04/2023 to Current
Henry Ford HospitalPlymouth, MI,
  • Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
  • Inspected venous and arterial pressures to maintain pressures within established limits.
  • Connected hemodialysis machine to patient's forearm or catheter site to start blood circulating through dialyzer.
  • Set up and operated hemodialysis machines to provide dialysis treatment for patients with kidney failure.
  • Inspected pressures, conductivity and temperature to verify conformance to safety standards.
  • Cleaned fistula, graft or catheter using antiseptic solution.
  • Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
  • Cleaned medical equipment or facilities.
Dialysis Patient Care Technician, 06/2014 to Current
Henry Ford HospitalCommerce, MI,
  • Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
  • Inspected venous and arterial pressures to maintain pressures within established limits.
  • Connected hemodialysis machine to patient's forearm or catheter site to start blood circulating through dialyzer.
  • Initiated and terminated reverse osmosis water system and performed water quality monitoring tests prior to dialysis initiation.
  • Sustained hemodialysis workflow by inventorying and restocking needed equipment and supplies.
  • 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.
  • Eased patients' anxiety by explaining dialysis procedures and dialysis machine operations.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Cleaned medical equipment or facilities.
  • Communicated with management or other staff to resolve problems.
  • Coded data or other information.
Dialysis Patient Care Technician, 03/2017 to 08/2019
Henry Ford HospitalNorthville, MI,
  • Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
  • Connected hemodialysis machine to patient's forearm or catheter site to start blood circulating through dialyzer.
  • Initiated and terminated reverse osmosis water system and performed water quality monitoring tests prior to dialysis initiation.
  • Set up and operated hemodialysis machines to provide dialysis treatment for patients with kidney failure.
  • Sustained hemodialysis workflow by inventorying and restocking needed equipment and supplies.
  • Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
  • Attached dialyzer and tubing to dialysis machines for use in hemodialysis treatment.
  • Inspected equipment and conducted safety checks on equipment and instruments to maintain high-quality control standards.
  • Transported patients to and from rooms and prepared for treatments according to individual specifications.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
Dialysis Patient Care Technician, 01/2005 to 09/2017
DavitaDenver, CO,
  • Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
  • Inspected venous and arterial pressures to maintain pressures within established limits.
  • Connected hemodialysis machine to patient's forearm or catheter site to start blood circulating through dialyzer.
  • Transported patients from rooms and prepared for treatments.
  • Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
  • Calculated numerical data for medical activities.
  • Communicated with management or other staff to resolve problems.
  • Calibrated, troubleshot or repaired equipment and corrected malfunctions.
Education and Training
High School Diploma: , Expected in 06/1983 to Belmont High Scholl - City Of Los Angeles, CA,
GPA:
Languages
Spanish:
Professional
Negotiated:
Certifications
  • Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT)
  • Current BLS certification
  • Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
  • Dialysis tech License - 29
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School Attended

  • Belmont High Scholl

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  • Dialysis Patient Care Technician
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Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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