Breshawna Brown
Lancaster
Summary
Knowledgeable Clinical Hemodialysis Technician with 3 years of 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
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita
Lancaster, CA
01.2023 - 03.2026
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
- Advised patients and families on health topics pertinent to care and treatment.
- Administered hemodialysis treatments ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Participated in continuous education programs, staying updated on best practices in nephrology care.
- 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.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Enhanced patient care by providing efficient and accurate hemodialysis treatments.
- 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.
- Completed required training courses on time, staying up-to-date with industry best practices and advancements in dialysis technology for improved patient outcomes.
- 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.
- Improved clinic workflow by maintaining clean and organized workstations, minimizing downtime between patients.
- Increased patient satisfaction through compassionate communication and attentive listening to their concerns or questions regarding treatment plans.
- Supported interdisciplinary team collaboration by sharing relevant patient information with physicians, nurses, and dietitians for comprehensive care planning.
- Maintained compliance with state regulations governing clinical practice, adhering to organizational policies and procedures at all times during service provision.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through thorough handover reports highlighting key aspects of each patient's condition and treatment progress.
- Improved patient safety by keeping up-to-date with emergency protocols and participating in routine drills simulating various scenarios that could arise during the course of hemodialysis treatments.
- Supported a welcoming atmosphere within the clinic by engaging in positive interactions with patients' family members or caregivers when appropriate, fostering strong relationships that ultimately benefit overall treatment experience for patients themselves.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
Life Skills Coach /Behavior Interventionist
Easter Seals Southern California
Lancaster, California
05.2016 - 01.2023
- Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.
- Developed intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.
- Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
- Collaborated with team members, and family members to develop individual plans of care for students.
PSE Processing Clerk
United States Postal Services USPS
Santa Clarita, CA
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Used automated mail processing equipment to sort and collate mail.
- Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy.
- Loaded and unloaded shipping containers and vehicles.
- Monitored performance of junior team members and offered support.
- Sorted mail according to size, shape and destination.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Removed finished products from machines, stacked, boxed and forwarded through production line.
- Followed policies, procedures, continuous quality improvement objectives and safety and environmental practices to promote workplace efficiency.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Administered hemodialysis treatments ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and laboratory results to assess patient health during dialysis sessions.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Implemented quality assurance measures, enhancing compliance with regulatory standards.
- Participated in continuous education programs, staying updated on best practices in nephrology care.
- 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.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Enhanced patient care by providing efficient and accurate hemodialysis treatments.
- 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.
- Completed required training courses on time, staying up-to-date with industry best practices and advancements in dialysis technology for improved patient outcomes.
- 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.
- Improved clinic workflow by maintaining clean and organized workstations, minimizing downtime between patients.
- Supported interdisciplinary team collaboration by sharing relevant patient information with physicians, nurses, and dietitians for comprehensive care planning.
- Ensured quality treatment outcomes by closely monitoring patient vital signs and adjusting machine settings as needed.
- Contributed to a safe care environment through timely identification and reporting of equipment malfunctions or defects.
- Maintained compliance with state regulations governing clinical practice, adhering to organizational policies and procedures at all times during service provision.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
Customer Service
Six Flags Magic Mountain
Valencia, CA
04.2014 - 09.2014
- Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
- Collaborated with staff members to enhance customer service experience and exceed team goals through effective client satisfaction rates.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
Education
Certificate
Keller Williams Realty
Palmdale11.2020
Certificate - Vocational Nursing
University of Antelope Valley
Lancaster, CA04.2014
High School Diploma -
Eastside High School
Lancaster, CA05.2011
Skills
- Heavy lifting
- Word
- Dialysis machine operation
- Vascular Access care
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Venipuncture
- Venipuncture techniques
- Blood sample collection
- HIPAA compliance
- Adaptable to change
- Fluid management
- Patient monitoring
- Anemia management
- Patient scheduling
- Patient positioning
- Medication administration
- Healthcare regulations
- Dialysis management
- Water treatment systems
- Dialysis treatment
- Measuring vital signs
- Patient care
- Needle insertion
- Direct patient care
- Team collaboration
- Patient education
- Patient observation
- Documentation accuracy
- Infection control standards
- Biohazardous waste disposal
- Infection control protocols
- HIPAA
- Specimen handling
- Safety monitoring
- Patient health education
- Treatment documentation
- Hemodialysis treatment
- Disposing of biohazardous waste
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- CPR certification
- Active listening
- Patient safety
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
DaVita
01.2023 - 03.2026
PSE Processing Clerk
United States Postal Services USPS
10.2021 - 01.2022
Life Skills Coach /Behavior Interventionist
Easter Seals Southern California
05.2016 - 01.2023
Customer Service
Six Flags Magic Mountain
04.2014 - 09.2014
Certificate
Keller Williams Realty
High School Diploma -
Eastside High School
Certificate - Vocational Nursing
University of Antelope Valley