Allene Edwards
Aylett
Summary
Skilled Dialysis Technician with background in providing patient-focused care while maintaining safety protocols. Strengths include adept knowledge of dialysis procedures, machine setup and monitoring, and patient education. Proven ability to adapt to new technology and methods, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Previous work has demonstrated commitment to improving patient experience, resulting in increased satisfaction levels.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Technician -Home Therapies
DaVita
Richmond
01.2022 - Current
- Reinforce PD and educate patient under HHD teaching them how to stick, go to patient home if they have a problem with sticking and/ or with machines.
- Prepare lab tubes and requisitions, and assist with lab draw days, both pre- and post-draw. Clerical duties as assisgned( faxing/ mailing to physician offices etc.).
- Set up of the home hemodialysis machine and PD Cycler 2.
Dialysis Technician - PCT III
DaVita
Midlothian
01.2019 - 01.2022
- PCT III traveler to cover Region 1 and Region 2.
Dialysis Technician - PCT III Preceptor
DaVita
Land O' Lakes
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Preceptor, in addition to the responsibilities of a PCT I and II, assists in the onboarding and training of new hires. Serving as a subject matter expert for those in training.
Dialysis Technician - PCT II/PCT III
DaVita
Newport
01.2007 - 01.2016
- Vascular access manager and expert cannulator.
- Evaluated intradialytic problems and provide interventions as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
- Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate the patient prior to the termination of venous access, standing, and sitting blood pressure.
Dialysis Technician- PCT I
Gambro Dialysis
Baltimore
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Initiated dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders.
- Obtain vital signs prior to infusion, and perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment.
- Evaluated the patient prior to discharge and reported changes in condition to the RN.
Education
The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD01-2005
Skills
- Hemodialysis procedures
- Infection control standards
- Dialysis treatment
- Blood sample collection
- Maintaining dialysis equipment
- Vascular access management
- Home dialysis setup
- Safety monitoring
Certification
Bonent - Certified Hemodialysis Technician
Timeline
Dialysis Technician -Home Therapies
DaVita
01.2022 - Current
Dialysis Technician - PCT III
DaVita
01.2019 - 01.2022
Dialysis Technician - PCT III Preceptor
DaVita
01.2016 - 01.2019
Dialysis Technician - PCT II/PCT III
DaVita
01.2007 - 01.2016
Dialysis Technician- PCT I
Gambro Dialysis
01.2005 - 01.2007
The Community College of Baltimore County