Experienced Patient Care Technician with prior NFACT certification in cannulation and AVF maturation. Currently pursuing an associate degree in nursing while acquiring diverse clinical skills. Committed to delivering safe, compassionate patient care, and achieving high-quality outcomes. Demonstrates strong motivation, work ethic, and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
DaVita Dialysis
Hemet
01.2017 - 01.2022
Provided hemodialysis treatment and patient care in compliance with DaVita clinical standards
NFACT-certified: completed DaVita's Nephrology Fundamentals and Clinical Training program, and had been signed off for independent cannulation and AVF maturation.
Home Dialysis Ambassador for Peritoneal Dialysis (PD), educating and supporting patients transitioning to home therapies.
Prepared and maintained patient care equipment and supplies for procedures.
Educated patients on treatment procedures and self-care techniques effectively.
Participated in infection control practices to maintain a safe environment for patients.
Provided emotional support to patients and families during treatment processes.
Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
Initiated and terminated reverse osmosis water system and performed water quality monitoring tests prior to dialysis initiation.
Eased patients' anxiety by explaining dialysis procedures and dialysis machine operations.
Documented all patient information accurately in their medical records.
Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure optimal patient care.
Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or stretcher as needed.
Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
Server
Brookdale Sunwest Assisted Living
Hemet
08.2016 - 04.2017
Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area for optimal resident comfort.
Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal service for all residents.
Assisted with meal preparation and presentation for daily dining experiences.
Engaged with residents to enhance their dining experience through conversation.
Managed dietary restrictions and preferences to accommodate individual resident needs.
Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
Addressed complaints to kitchen staff and served replacement items.
Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
Implemented feedback from customers to improve service quality and menu offerings.
Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
Cashier
Big 5 Sporting Goods
Hemet
11.2015 - 01.2016
This was a seasonal job I had while in high school.
Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
Organized merchandise displays to enhance store presentation and accessibility.
Handled returns and exchanges following store policies and procedures.
Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided exceptional service.
Processed customer transactions using point-of-sale systems efficiently.
Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
Office Clerk
Whitaker Construction
Hemet
05.2014 - 01.2016
Organized project documents and maintained filing systems for easy retrieval.
Coordinated supplies inventory and ordered materials for ongoing projects.
Maintained office equipment and ensured workspace cleanliness daily.
Provided administrative support such as typing documents, filing paperwork, photocopying, scanning documents, and faxing documents.
Answered phone calls in a professional manner and transferred calls accordingly.
Kept office records organized and supplies well-stocked for optimal team performance.
Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for tracking data and creating reports.
Collected and entered payment data into system, maintaining complete confidentiality and accuracy.
Enhanced record keeping storage space and usability by reorganizing physical filing systems.
Delivered messages and ran errands.
Inventoried and ordered materials, supplies and services.
Transcribed documents and maintained high levels of accuracy.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing
West Covina, CA
04-2026
High School Diploma -
Hemet High School
Hemet, CA
05-2016
Skills
Patient care and education
Patient assessments and monitoring
Blood glucose monitoring
Active listening and effective communication
Time management
Infection control
Critical thinking
Problem-solving abilities
Patient relationship building
Team collaboration
Medical equipment operation
Information protection
Compassionate care
Patient advocacy and emotional support
Adaptability
IV insertion
Professional bedside manner
Electronic charting
Emergency response
Sterilization techniques
Basic life support
EKG interpretation
Certification
BSL - Course date: 1/21/2024, Renewal date: 1/26
Hospital Fire and Life Safety Training - Expires: 2/27
CPI - Issued: 08/26/2024 Expires: 8/25
CCHT -Certification date: 9/4/2018, expired on 9/30/3021
Accomplishments
Class representative of Cohort 4 at Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing.
PHI THETA KAPPA Honor Society - Member # 21459180 July 27th, 2021
Deans list at Mt. San Jacinto Community College - May 2021