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0-5 years of experience
Managed and maintained any dialysis machines from any disinfection.
- Collected and recorded vital signs of pre and post dialysis.
- Inquired patients regarding their general health and responded to previous dialysis treatment.
- Reported any unusual results to the nurse immediately.
- Provided complete dialysis treatment on all assigned patients.
- Monitored patients during hemodialysis treatment including vital signs, Machine checks and other related activities
- Maintained Life Support System and initiated AED operation during emergencies.
0-5 years of experience
Performed patient care duties as assigned by the RN.
- Rendered nursing care and administered hemodialysis treatments to patients in renal failure, end Stage and acute.
- Provided medical care to patients with renal failure as directed by the medical staff and nephrologists.
- Reported to supervisor immediately, if any, abnormal changes noticed in patient condition.
- Initiated and terminated dialysis according to clinic protocol.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients and staff by following clinic procedures and policies.
0-5 years of experience
Records vital signs and patient data including blood samples and culture specimens
- Initiated and terminated dialysis treatment with permanent fistula or grafts document treated information
- Setup, operated, cleaned and disinfected dialysis machines and other equipment
- Prepared, administered and recorded medications allowed by state regulations
0-5 years of experience
Proficient using MS Office applications (Word, Excel and Outlook)
- Have effective verbal and written communication skills
- Documented and recorded patients health status
- Monitored vital changes in patient conditions including vital sign/test assessment
- Provided professional care to patients in need
0-5 years of experience
Performed patient care duties as assigned by the RN
- Administered hemodialysis treatments to patients in renal failure
- Reported to Supervisor immediately, if any, abnormal changes noticed in patient condition
- Initiated and terminated dialysis according to clinic protocol
- Maintained a safe environment for patients and staff by following clinic procedures and policies
0-5 years of experience
Performed cannulation of dialysis fistulas and graphs.
- Checked and cleaned patient access.
- Assisted and monitored patients on dialysis machine.
- Checked and documented patient vital signs; temperature, respiration, and blood pressure.
- Opened clinic and prepared dialysis machines.
0-5 years of experience
Performed patient care duties as assigned by the RN.
- Rendered nursing care and administered hemodialysis treatments to patients in renal failure, end Stage and acute.
- Provided medical care to patients with renal failure as directed by the medical staff and nephrologists.
- Reported to supervisor immediately, if any, abnormal changes noticed in patient condition.
- Initiated and terminated dialysis according to clinic protocol.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients and staff by following clinic procedures and policies.
0-5 years of experience
Largest dialysis services provider in the world; manufacturer of peritoneal and hemodialysis machines and equipment.
- Implemented new policies and procedures to more efficiently maintain daily work schedules for employees, while assigning adequate staffing to ensure patient safety.
- Supervised staff comprised of 20 health care professionals, including RNs, LPNs and technicians.
- Provided outstanding technical services to patients, including initiation and termination of dialysis treatment; assessment; education and coordination of services; bath and dialyzer preparation; and water system maintenance.
0-5 years of experience
Dialysis technician that initiates, monitors and discontinues dialysis treatments to patients with acute or chronic renal failure while maintaining surgically implanted accesses for hemodialysis.
- Prepared patient and staff schedule.
- Performed various monthly audits
- Precepted 15+ employees
- Instructed and educated patients in regards to hemodialysis
6-10 years of experience
Responsible for the administration and termination of hemodialysis treatments to patients with renal failure, end stage and acute according to clinic protocol.
- Assess patients Access and listened for bruit and thrill prior to Cannulating with 17-14 gage needles as per doctors orders.
- Monitored patients while receiving treatment. Reported unstable vitals to RN, assisted with CPR in emergency situations.
- Responsible for taking pre-dialysis weight, vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, glucose check and charting the physical condition of patients
- Other duties include: Blood draws, labeling and shipping specimens. EKGs Restocking medical supplies, Sterilized machines and medical equipment as used
0-5 years of experience
Setting up prime and recirculated machines (Fresenius H and Cobe 3).
- Overseen proper operation of all dialysis equipment in the unit.
- Documented patient weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiratory rate.
- Removed heparin and flush lumen.
- Collected lab specimen.
- Cleaned and disinfected dialysis machine, chair and equipment.
- Monitored record and report symptoms and changes in patient condition.
0-5 years of experience
Performed patient care duties as assigned by the RN.
- Rendered nursing care and administered hemodialysis treatments to patients in renal failure, end Stage and acute.
- Provided medical care to patients with renal failure as directed by the medical staff and nephrologists.
- Reported to supervisor immediately, if any, abnormal changes noticed in patient condition.
- Initiated and terminated dialysis according to clinic protocol.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients and staff by following clinic
- Created charts with appropriate information during the course of the dialysis
- Evaluated the effectiveness of the dialysis regimen and made changes to meet patient’s needs within the parameters of the standing orders.
- Participated in physician rounds and in-services and attended staff
- Followed set procedures to determine common medical complications and technical problems.
- Contributed in medical research as indicated.
6-10 years of experience
Interviewed persons to identify person and donor; collected blood samples from person
- Prepared all equipment and disposable supplies for venipuncture
- Inspected tourniquet, needles, disposable containers for needles, blood collection devices, cotton and alcohol on work tray
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed contaminated supplies
0-5 years of experience
Safely and efficiently provided complete hemodialysis treatments
- Responsible for patient care, including insertion of needles into access sites, initiation and termination of treatment, checked and recorded vital signs every half hour and when needed
- In charge of opening and closing clinic, as well as ozone disinfection of equipment and machines weekly
- Administered Heparin and Saline to patients in need
- Thoroughly documented each patient’s treatment in Proton and Chairside
0-5 years of experience
Worked together with Director of Education in interviewing and hiring classroom instructors
- Managed entire program including dealing with any student issues, observing and recommending corrections of any instructor deficiencies
- Placed and monitored students at their extern sites
- Courses taught Medical Science, Introduction to Medical Assistant, Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, Introduction to Healthcare Workplace, Introduction to Dialysis and Renal Disease, Hemodialysis Technology 1, Patient Care and Clinical Fundamentals 1, and Ethics of Patient Care
0-5 years of experience
Greeted patients
- Recorded medical history and vital signs
- Set up all dialysis equipment for each patient
- Connect patients to the dialysis machine
- Monitor patients during the course of their treatment as well as disconnecting them when they are finished
- Other tasks that need to be completed to ensure the safety, care and protection of patients
- Maintained supplies and equipment
10+ years of experience
Cannulate access and initiated dialysis treatment for 8 – 10 patients twice a day
- Monitor patients and obtain vitals during entire treatment
- Cleaning and preparation for additional patients
- Perform all functions as a nurse assistant for seven to twelve patients
- Maintained accurate charts and paperwork
0-5 years of experience
Monitored patient for adverse reaction and hemodialysis machine for malfunction.
- Inspected venous and arterial pressures as registered on equipment to ensure pressures were within established limits.
- Started blood flow pump at prescribed rate.
- Explain dialysis procedure and operation of hemodialysis machine to patient before treatment to allay anxieties.
6-10 years of experience
Set up and operates hemodialysis machine to provide dialysis treatment for patients with kidney failure
- Attached dialyzer to machine for assembly, mixes dialysate, according to formula.
- Prime dialyzer with saline or heparinized solution to prepare machine for use. Transport patient to dialysis room and positions patient for treatment.
- Took and recorded patient’s pre and post-dialysis weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate, and respiration rate, and start blood flow pump at prescribed rate.
- Explained dialysis procedure and operation of hemodialysis machine to patient before treatment to allay anxieties.
- Cleaned area of access (fistula, graft), using antiseptic solution.
- Inspected equipment settings, including pressures, conductivity (proportion of chemicals to water), and temperature to ensure conformance to safety standards.
- Inspected venous and arterial pressures as registered on equipment to ensure pressures are within established limits.
- Calculated fluid removal or replacement to be achieved during dialysis procedure. Monitors patient for adverse reaction and hemodialysis machine for malfunction.
0-5 years of experience
Ensure patient and treatment charge information and other related data are accurate and submitted to Charge Nurse in timely manner
- Assisted in inventory mgmt, selection and supply usage
- Managed up to three patients (as per MD state law) cases while assisting other CNA-DTs with their patients when needed
- Assisted in maintenance of Fresenius K machines
- Ensure compliance with DaVita policies and procedures in accordance with state and federal regulations
- Ensure equipment and supplies are maintained to provide quality care and ensure the safety of patients and teammates
- Ensure development and implementation of policies procedures and resources to help patients assume responsibility for his/her own health maintenance
- Provided patient education in care and maintenance of their fistula and general health
- Was responsible for placing and pulling various sizes of fistula needles according to each patients prescription
- Assisted in maintenance of dialysis water system
6-10 years of experience
Assess patients, report abnormal findings to RN
- Report acute changes deterioration of patient status to RN
- Assess, monitor, and record patient’s level of consciousness, blood, heart rate/pulse and temperature
- Assigned incoming students with any questions about the Medical Billing Coding Program
- Motivated and encouraged fellow students
0-5 years of experience
Rendered care and administered Hemodialysis treatments to patients in renal failure, end stage and acute.
- Initiated and terminated dialysis treatments according to protocol.
- Record vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by nursing staff.
- Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
- Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physician instructions to patients.
- Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens and prepare them for testing.
- Perform general office duties as answering telephones, taking dictation and recording notes electronically.
6-10 years of experience
Sets up hemodialysis equipment and initiate, monitor and discontinue dialysis treatments according to standards.
- Performs and records physical measurements including weight and vital signs pre and post treatments. Questions patients regarding their general health and response to previous dialysis treatment. Observation of fistula or graft for bruit and thrill. Notify RN if redness or swelling is noted.
- Monitors patients throughout their treatment including vital signs, machine checks, emergency intervention and tends to misc. patients needs.
- Preparation of bicarb and acid concentration.
- Performing small procedures such as blood draws and sugar tests.
- Transfers/transports of patients within the facility with sufficient help from other staff.
- Restocks supplies as needed.
10+ years of experience
Visually monitor patients on dialysis machine for signs of complications
and/or distress.
- Take vital signs, i.e., temperature, blood pressure and respiration.
- Obtain blood sample of new patients for dialysis.
- Able to set-up and breakdown dialysis machine in a timely manner.
- Disinfect the dialysis machine before and after patient use.
- Document each patient’s session in the medical record.
0-5 years of experience
Demonstrate clinical work experience in performing patient care and assisting the Nurse with chair side treatments.
- Manage dialysis machines and cart setup, cumulate fistula/graft, initiate hemodialysis, monitor patients during treatment, manage complication as arise, terminate treatment and disinfect dialysis equipments according to policy and procedures.
- Maintain quality control water treatment system according to AAMI standards.
- Collect and record vital signs of pre and post dialysis and administer medication to patients.
- Assist patients to and from wheelchairs during patient care treatments.
- Report any unusual results to Nurse immediately.
0-5 years of experience
Set up and operated hemodialysis machine to provide dialysis treatment for patients with kidney failure.
- Attached dialyzed and tubing to machine to assemble for use.
- Mixed dialysate, according to formula.
- Primed dialyzer with saline and heparinized solution to prepare machine for use.
- Took and recorded predialysis weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Explained dialysis procedure and operation of hemodialysis machine to patient before treatment to allay anxieties.
0-5 years of experience
Demonstrated mastery of customer service call script
- Worked with upper management to ensure appropriate changes were made to improve customer
- Formulated and enforced Service Center policies, procedures and quality assurance measures.
- Provided cross training to 40 staff members.
- Provided training to all new hires within specified time frame
- Facilitated information flow between customer service, account management operations, quality
0-5 years of experience
Initiates, monitor and terminates dialysis therapies
- Responsible for accurate documentation of patients vital signs, general physical condition, and observation during dialysis treatment
- Assisted with all emergency operational procedures
- Performed faxing, copying and filing duties
- Perform safety checks, troubleshooting, routine daily maintenance, and sanitation on Fresenius K and H
- Assisted supervisor with special projects
0-5 years of experience
Monitor and operate dialysis machinery, which remove waste and excess fluids from the blood of patients whose kidneys are no longer functioning properly
- Prepare post treatment reports
- Prioritize patient daily care according to acuity and scheduled patient procedures
- Assist patients with A.M. care, take vital signs, prep for procedures, draw blood, and obtain specimens
- Perform preventive maintenance on emergency equipment
- Assist R.N. with sterile and non-sterile dressing changes
- Utilize PC to enter and retrieve patient data
0-5 years of experience
Sets up and operates dialysis machine to provide treatment for patients with kidney failure: Attaches dialyzer and tubing to machine to assemble for use.
- Take and records patient pre-dialysis weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respirations.
- Draw and pack labs for shipping.
- Inspect and monitor equipment settings including pressures, conductivity, temperature to ensure conformance to safety standards.
- Clean and disinfect dialysis machines and equipment.
- Listen and answer questions to patient concerns or refer them to Nephrology Nurse or another health care team member for more information.
10+ years of experience
Primarily responsible for preparing equipment needed for treatment of dialysis patients, and initial treatment per unit protocol, including fistula or graft needle insertion
- Monitor patients’ progress and performs intra-dialytic care, and discontinue treatment and perform post-dialysis care
- Conduct routine laboratory tests and sample analyses while participating in rounding on patients
- Assist with education of staff (CPR, Continuing education)
- Educate patients and families on disease and processes, treatment plans, medications, and orders
0-5 years of experience
Many of the same tasks as above.
- Monitored and ordered inventory.
- Performed daily water room checks.
- Made daily concentrations of bicarbonate and acid solutions.
- Disinfected the bicarbonate loop on a weekly basis.
0-5 years of experience
Transport patients to dialysis clinical area and position patients onto lounge chair
- Records patients pre dialysis weight temperature and vital signs.
- Clean area of access using antiseptic solution
- Connects patients access to hemodialysis machine
- Inspects equipment settings to ensure safety standards
- Monitor patients for adverse reactions
- Assist patients getting up at the end of treatment and making sure they are feeling ok after dialysis
- Clean equipment and area for the next patient
0-5 years of experience
Set up and operate hemodialysis machine to provide dialysis treatment for patients, attach dialyzer and tubing to machine to assemble for use.
- Mix dialysate, according to formula, primes dialyzer with saline or heparinized solution to prepare machine for use
- Transport patients to dialysis room, take and record patient’s pre-dialysis and post dialysis weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate, and respiration rate
- Inspects equipment settings, including pressures, conductivity, and temperature to ensure conformance to safety standards
- Monitor patient for adverse reaction and hemodialysis machine for malfunction.
0-5 years of experience
Ensures that the safety and proper operation of dialysis equipment is maintained at all times.
- Troubleshoots issues with equipment and patients.
- Maintains all admininstrative records regarding patien histories and medical record.
- Monitors the patient during the dialysis process, recording vital signs to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Schedules patient appointments.
- Provides counseling to patients for proper diet and electrolyte intake and the significance of medications prescribed.
- Conducts patient education, providing classes and counseling.
- Dialyzing acute patients at hospital as needed. Orchestrating all safety and evacuation procedures in accordance with State and OSHA guidelines.
6-10 years of experience
Work very closely with the administrator and charge nurses to insure a safe, efficient treatment room
- Prepare dialysis machines for proper dialysis treatments
- Cannulate multiple patients daily with grafts and fistulas
- Disinfect the Bicarb tanks and loops weekly and the RO tanks monthly
- Help the Biotech Technician to repair and perform yearly preventive maintenance on the K, K2 dialysis
- Provide training for the new technicians in patient care and problem solving the dialysis machines
- Make the schedule for our technicians to open and close the facility daily
- Insure proper inventory of medication on hand weekly for our nursing staff
0-5 years of experience
- Set-up dialysis machine for incoming patients while performing vital signs
- Performed data entry of flow sheets and recorded vital signs
- Received extensive training on water purification systems and mixing Bicarbonate.
- Sterilized all equipment used after treatments
0-5 years of experience
Takes and records patient’s predialysis weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate, and respiration rate.
- Sets up and operates hemodialysis machine to provide dialysis treatment for patients with kidney failure: Attaches dialyzer and tubing to machine to assemble for use.
- Explains dialysis procedure and operation of hemodialysis machine to patient before treatment to allay anxieties.
- Calculates fluid removal or replacement to be achieved during dialysis procedure.
- Examine patients for bruises, blood in urine or other injuries/wounds
- Clean and sanitize patient areas
- Takes and records patient’s postdialysis weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate, and respiration rate.
0-5 years of experience
Technical and clinical operational duties with communication with charge nurse and Physicians as well as assist with education of patients
- Set up and operated hemodialysis machine to provide dialysis treatment for patients with End Stage Renal Disease.
- Assessment of adult patients for pre-dialysis, intermediate and post-dialysis vital.
- Provide an antiseptic and safe environment sitting for the clinic and patients solution.
- Cannulation of the patient.
- Prepare and draw labs.
- Data entry.
6-10 years of experience
Responsible for the cleaning, sterilizing, and maintaining dialysis machine.
- Ensure that the patient is prep for treatment, which requires needle/catheter inserted into the patient.
- Assist nurses/manager in resolving interdepartmental issues/problems.
- Coordinates and conducts new employee preceptorship.
- Patient assessment of vital signs before, during, and after dialysis. To also ensure that the patient is feeling well before leaving from dialysis.
- Work with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement plan of care for patients.
- Help patients stay calm and comfortable during treatment.
0-5 years of experience
Perform pre/post patient evaluation
- Prime dialysis machine / disinfect machine after patient treatment
- Initiate dialysis treatment / vascular access cannulation
- Collect and record patient vital signs during treatment
- Collection of lab specimens
- Record chlorine and chloramines levels from R.O System
- Closing tech for unit clean, and sanitize RO water system nightly
0-5 years of experience
- Provided care to patients; demonstrating competency with treatments, procedures, and equipment appropriate to the clinical setting and hospital policy.
- Taking vital signs and help patients perform basic hygienic functions (baths and grooming).
- Assist with data collection process regarding the patient’s physical, psychosocial, and health history.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living; functions independently with treatment, equipment and procedures appropriate to scope of practice. Responded to patient calls and assist patients who need help walking or getting in and out of bed. Changing dressings and overseeing prescribed exercises.
- Developed strong relationships with physicians, providing support and assisting with numerous emergency procedures. Cleaning of medical equipment and maintained a safe environment for patients.
6-10 years of experience
- Preparing patient with a comfortable 4hr treatment
- Taking patient vitals
- Entering needles into sight connecting to a dialysis machine for treatments
- Removing patient from treatment also disinfecting area, preparing for next treatment
6-10 years of experience
- Utilize expertise to provide proper patient care to preserve life through hemodialysis therapy.
- Thoroughly check and document vital signs of patients.
- Apply technical knowledge to set up dialysis machines and monitor for correct functioning.
- Thoroughly check and document vital signs of patients.
- Provide high quality care with respect and compassion for all patients.
0-5 years of experience
- Review dialysis patient specific treatment orders and setup dialysis machines using prescribed acid and bicarbonate solutions.
- Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight.
- Perform vascular cannulation
- Prepare catheter treatment initiation and termination for patients with central venous catheters.
- Obtain homeostasis of vascular access following removal of needles and apply appropriate dressings.
- Open and close clinics.