Patient-oriented Nurse with 8 years of dialysis experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with renal specialty.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Dialysis Registered Nurse, Preceptor
DaVita Medical Group
09.2023 - 08.2024
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care for all patients undergoing dialysis.
Coordinated care with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support for patients during their dialysis journey.
Improved patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs and timely intervention when necessary.
Increased patient safety by adhering to strict infection control protocols throughout the entire dialysis process.
Enhanced patient comfort by providing attentive and compassionate care during dialysis treatments.
Reduced complications by accurately assessing patients'' needs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
Educated patients and their families on kidney disease management, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health care.
Established strong rapport with patients through active listening skills, empathy, and genuine concern for their wellbeing during treatment sessions.
Assisted in training new staff members on dialysis procedures, policies, and equipment usage ensuring consistent high standards of patient care across the unit.
Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines into daily patient care, enhancing the overall quality of services provided within the dialysis unit.
Served as a key resource for colleagues seeking guidance on challenging cases or procedural questions related to dialysis nursing practice.
Maximized staff efficiency by effectively delegating tasks and managing schedules in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care NA
05.2022 - 08.2023
Oversaw delivery of care for patients in dialysis clinic, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, patient care technicians, dietitian, social worker and unit clerks.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Monitored patient condition by interpreting labs, weight gains, and patient physical complaints
Administered medications via oral, IV, and monitored responses.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Dialysis Registered Nurse
US Renal
03.2021 - 12.2021
Oversaw delivery of care for patients in dialysis clinic, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, patient care technicians, dietitian, social worker and unit clerks.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Monitored patient condition by interpreting labs, weight gains, and patient physical complaints
Administered medications via oral, IV, and monitored responses.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Dialysis Registered Nurse, Float
US Renal
08.2020 - 02.2021
Oversaw delivery of care for patients in dialysis clinic, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, patient care technicians, dietitian, social worker and unit clerks.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Monitored patient condition by interpreting labs, weight gains, and patient physical complaints
Administered medications via oral, IV, and monitored responses.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care NA
06.2019 - 06.2020
Oversaw delivery of care for patients in acute care within various hospitals, providing direct care, collaborating with registered nurses
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and monitored responses.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care NA
06.2016 - 06.2019
Oversaw delivery of care for patients in dialysis clinic, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, patient care technicians, dietitian, social worker and unit clerks.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Monitored patient condition by interpreting labs, weight gains, and patient physical complaints
Administered medications via oral, IV, and monitored responses.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Hawaii At Hilo
Hilo, HI
05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Economics, Management Sciences
University of California, San Diego
San Diego, CA
12.1996
Skills
Renal Dialysis
Specimen Preparation
Lab Results Reporting
Mental and Physical Assessments
Immunizations and Vaccinations
Electronic Health Records Systems
Treatment Plan Modification
Technician Oversight
Patient Data Management Systems
Work Assignments
Monitoring Vital Signs
Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
Operational Procedures
Blood Product Transfusion
Daily Audits
Accurate Documentation
Administer Medication
IV Administration
Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
Clear Patient Communication
Nursing Process
Patient Data Analysis
Patient Care and Monitoring
Treatment Recommendations
Hemodialysis
Care Plan Implementation
Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Timeline
Dialysis Registered Nurse, Preceptor
DaVita Medical Group
09.2023 - 08.2024
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care NA
05.2022 - 08.2023
Dialysis Registered Nurse
US Renal
03.2021 - 12.2021
Dialysis Registered Nurse, Float
US Renal
08.2020 - 02.2021
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care NA
06.2019 - 06.2020
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care NA
06.2016 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Hawaii At Hilo
Bachelor of Science - Economics, Management Sciences
University of California, San Diego
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