Rebecca Hill
East Stroudsburg
Summary
Adept at enhancing patient outcomes and clinic efficiency, my tenure at DaVita Kidney Care showcased my expertise in hemodialysis procedures and patient education. By implementing rigorous infection control standards and fostering strong patient relationships, I significantly improved treatment satisfaction and safety. My proactive approach and dedication to continuous learning have solidified my reputation as a compassionate and skilled dialysis technician. Veteran dialysis tech offering more than 30 years of experience in delivering top-quality direct and indirect care to patients in various stages of renal failure. Well-versed in operating and maintaining dialysis machines. Adept in facilitating day-to-day unit activities like inventory control, patient flow and quality control.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Technician
DaVita Kidney Care
02.2001 - Current
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment through diligent adherence to infection control protocols.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Promoted health education among patients, offering guidance on dietary restrictions and self-care strategies related to kidney disease management.
- Improved patient comfort by carefully and efficiently setting up dialysis machines and monitoring patients throughout treatments.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Reduced infection rates by maintaining strict aseptic techniques during all procedures.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate support and addressing concerns throughout the dialysis process.
- Contributed to staff development by sharing expertise in dialysis processes during team meetings and training sessions.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various types of dialysis equipment, quickly adapting to new technologies as they were introduced.
- Assisted physicians in evaluating patients'' dialysis needs, effectively communicating pertinent information regarding treatment progress.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Exceeded quality assurance standards by consistently adhering to established protocols and following best practices in dialysis care provision.
- Safeguarded patients through vigilant observation for any adverse reactions or complications, taking swift corrective action when necessary.
- Facilitated strong communication channels between patients, families, and healthcare providers for optimal collaborative care efforts.
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues, offering guidance on dialysis procedures while fostering a supportive work environment.
- Advanced professional knowledge by attending conferences, workshops, and continuing education programs related to renal care advancements.
- Inventoried, ordered and restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care, adjusting treatment plans as needed.
- Enhanced workflow efficiency with thorough machine maintenance, troubleshooting issues promptly to minimize downtime.
- Supported seamless transitions between shifts by thoroughly updating incoming technicians on patient status and ongoing treatment requirements.
- Contributed to research efforts by collecting data for studies on dialysis treatment efficacy.
- Improved patient outcomes by carefully monitoring and adjusting dialysis treatment parameters.
- Boosted clinic hygiene standards by rigorously following infection control procedures.
- Improved treatment outcomes, tailoring dialysis modalities to each patient's specific needs.
- Streamlined patient check-in process, reducing wait times and increasing patient satisfaction.
- Strengthened patient relationships, consistently providing compassionate and empathetic care.
- Advanced clinical skills by participating in ongoing education and training on new dialysis techniques.
- Minimized complications by promptly identifying and reporting any adverse reactions during dialysis.
- Increased patient compliance with treatment plans by offering supportive counseling and education.
- Reduced environmental impact by implementing waste reduction strategies in dialysis process.
- Elevated patient care quality, conducting pre-dialysis patient assessments.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency with meticulous inventory management of dialysis supplies.
- Enhanced team collaboration, regularly participating in interdisciplinary team meetings to plan patient care.
- Increased clinic operational efficiency, assisting in scheduling and coordination of patient appointments.
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Florence High School
Florence, SC05.1987
Skills
Hemodialysis Procedures
Infection control standards
Patient Education
Patient Care
Infection control protocols
Vascular Access Management
Patient care techniques
Fluid Management
Blood sample collection
Measuring vital signs
Safety Monitoring
Direct Patient Care
Accomplishments
With the support of my FA I became the regional champion for DaVita Rx due to the participation with patients signing up for medications. I've been to DSS classes, I've worked in numerous chronic and acute facilities. Throughout natural disaster, with the support of my home team, I was able to travel throughout the state's supporting teammate shortages. I worked in the outpatient setting where our unit became a hotspot due to multiple dialysis facilities in the area. With the support of my team we decided monthly events for our patients and teammates for moral support was best and I was in charge of that as well for 400 pts. and 100 teammates.
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Dialysis Technician Certification- Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission.k
I enjoy canning, and gardening
I enjoy gardening, creating spices that work well together and also canning all vegetables I grow in my greenhouse. That's my happy place.
Timeline
Dialysis Technician
DaVita Kidney Care
02.2001 - Current
High School Diploma -
West Florence High School
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