Ruben Chavez

Porterville, CA

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+1-956-***-****

Willing to relocate: Anywhere

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Dialysis Technician

Fresenius Medical Care - Bakersfield, CA

January 2021 to Present

Student VN

Brookdale Senior Living - Bakersfield, CA

October 2021 to December 2022

Pass meds, wound care, and worked with RN on duty. Student VN

Bakersfield Rehabilitation Center - Bakersfield, CA October 2021 to December 2022

Passed meds, wound care, assisted with physical therapy, assisted the RN on duty. Student VN

Wasco State Prison - Wasco, CA

October 2022 to November 2022

2 week rotation assisted by an LVN and RN

Student VN

Adventist Health - Bakersfield, CA

April 2022 to October 2022

Assisted RN in tele. Overview of OB/Peds, pre and post surgery. American Renal Associates

Sierra View District Hospital - Porterville, CA

February 2021 to August 2021

Assembles necessary supplies

Prepares dialysate according to established procedures and the dialysis prescription Assembles and prepares the dialysis extracorporeal circuit according to protocol and dialysis prescription.

Verifies absence of residual sterilants.

Tests monitors and machine functions, including alarms, conductivity and temperature. Sets monitors and alarms according to unit and manufacturer protocols. Obtains and documents pre-dialysis vital signs, weight, and temperature. Inspects a patient's dialysis access. Administers local anesthesia, inserts needles, and initiates dialysis according to unit protocol and patient prescription. Documents treatment parameters and communicates patient condition and issues to Registered Nurse. Administers anticoagulant according to unit protocols and prescription. Measures and adjusts blood flow rates according to established protocols and prescription. Calculates and adjusts fluid removal rates according to established protocols and prescription. Monitors patients and equipment, responds to alarms, and readjusts treatment parameters as defined by established protocols and individual patient requirements. Changes fluid removal rate and patient position, and administers replacement saline as directed by the registered nurse, physician order, or unit protocol. Responds appropriately to dialysis-related emergencies such as hypotensive episodes, needle displacement or infiltration, clotting episodes, blood leaks, air emboli, etc. Initiates cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in the event of a cardiac arrest. Discontinues dialysis and establishes hemostasis following unit protocol. Inspects, cleans, and dresses access according to unit protocol.

Obtains and records post-dialysis vital signs, temperature, and weight. Discards dialysis supplies and sanitizes equipment according to manufacturer and unit protocol. Communicates emotional, medical, psychosocial, and nutritional concerns to the registered nurse. Maintains professional conduct, good communication skills, and confidentiality in the care of patients. Participates in the multidisciplinary process.

Collaborates with the registered nurse in identifying and meeting patient education goals. Patient Care Technician

Fresenius Medical Care - Fresno, CA

July 2017 to June 2021

Assembles necessary supplies

Prepares dialysate according to established procedures and the dialysis prescription Assembles and prepares the dialysis extracorporeal circuit according to protocol and dialysis prescription.

Verifies absence of residual sterilants.

Tests monitors and machine functions, including alarms, conductivity and temperature. Sets monitors and alarms according to unit and manufacturer protocols. Obtains and documents pre-dialysis vital signs, weight, and temperature. Inspects a patient's dialysis access. Administers local anesthesia, inserts needles, and initiates dialysis according to unit protocol and patient prescription. Documents treatment parameters and communicates patient condition and issues to Registered Nurse. Administers anticoagulant according to unit protocols and prescription. Measures and adjusts blood flow rates according to established protocols and prescription. Calculates and adjusts fluid removal rates according to established protocols and prescription. Monitors patients and equipment, responds to alarms, and readjusts treatment parameters as defined by established protocols and individual patient requirements. Changes fluid removal rate and patient position, and administers replacement saline as directed by the registered nurse, physician order, or unit protocol. Responds appropriately to dialysis-related emergencies such as hypotensive episodes, needle displacement or infiltration, clotting episodes, blood leaks, air emboli, etc. Initiates cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in the event of a cardiac arrest. Discontinues dialysis and establishes hemostasis following unit protocol. Inspects, cleans, and dresses access according to unit protocol.

Obtains and records post-dialysis vital signs, temperature, and weight. Discards dialysis supplies and sanitizes equipment according to manufacturer and unit protocol. Communicates emotional, medical, psychosocial, and nutritional concerns to the registered nurse. Maintains professional conduct, good communication skills, and confidentiality in the care of patients. Participates in the multidisciplinary process.

Collaborates with the registered nurse in identifying and meeting patient education goals. MA Instructor/PCT Instructor

Quest College - San Antonio, TX

May 2020 to September 2020

Instruct students to become the best medical assistants any college has to offer. The fast paced but total hands on approach of front and back office. Teach students to draw blood, conduct accurate UA's, draw and administer injections correctly, perform EHR with precise accuracy, learn and successfully use medical terminology, HIPAA certified also not to mention professionalism like no other students Dialysis Patient Care Technician

DaVita Dialysis Clinic - Selma, CA

May 2016 to August 2020

Assembles necessary supplies

Prepares dialysate according to established procedures and the dialysis prescription Assembles and prepares the dialysis extracorporeal circuit according to protocol and dialysis prescription.

Verifies absence of residual sterilants.

Tests monitors and machine functions, including alarms, conductivity and temperature. Sets monitors and alarms according to unit and manufacturer protocols. Obtains and documents pre-dialysis vital signs, weight, and temperature. Inspects a patient's dialysis access. Administers local anesthesia, inserts needles, and initiates dialysis according to unit protocol and patient prescription. Documents treatment parameters and communicates patient condition and issues to Registered Nurse. Administers anticoagulant according to unit protocols and prescription. Measures and adjusts blood flow rates according to established protocols and prescription. Calculates and adjusts fluid removal rates according to established protocols and prescription. Monitors patients and equipment, responds to alarms, and readjusts treatment parameters as defined by established protocols and individual patient requirements. Changes fluid removal rate and patient position, and administers replacement saline as directed by the registered nurse, physician order, or unit protocol. Responds appropriately to dialysis-related emergencies such as hypotensive episodes, needle displacement or infiltration, clotting episodes, blood leaks, air emboli, etc. Initiates cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in the event of a cardiac arrest. Discontinues dialysis and establishes hemostasis following unit protocol. Inspects, cleans, and dresses access according to unit protocol.

Obtains and records post-dialysis vital signs, temperature, and weight. Discards dialysis supplies and sanitizes equipment according to manufacturer and unit protocol. Communicates emotional, medical, psychosocial, and nutritional concerns to the registered nurse. Maintains professional conduct, good communication skills, and confidentiality in the care of patients. Participates in the multidisciplinary process.

Collaborates with the registered nurse in identifying and meeting patient education goals. Patient Care Technician

Seton Medical Center - Kyle, TX

October 2019 to May 2020

A patient care technician is mainly focused on working closely with patients, in conjunction with nurses. PCTs, sometimes referred to as nursing assistants, help perform basic care for patients, such as assisting them in using the restroom, serving meals or changing bedding. Medical Assistant Instructor

San Joaquin Valley College - Porterville, CA

June 2017 to November 2017

Instruct students to become the best medical assistants any college has to offer. The fast paced but total hands on approach of front and back office. Teach students to draw blood, conduct accurate UA's, draw and administer injections correctly, perform EHR with precise accuracy, learn and successfully use medical terminology, HIPAA certified also not to mention professionalism like no other students Freezer Operator

Leprino Foods Company - Lemoore, CA

January 2014 to March 2016

Maintain all freezer equipment by taking hourly numbers of the equipment and product that is running down the line. Hourly checks of magnets and extraneous. I was February Employee of the month for Safety.

Infantryman Team Leader

United States Army - Fort Lewis, WA

May 2010 to September 2013

Inspected and maintained over 1 million dollars in communication equipment assigned to the company. Maintained responsibility for over ten employees and over 2 million dollars worth of equipment. Cleaned and ensured storage of multi-million dollar vehicles and assigned equipment. Upheld safety protocols in all performed tasks with no injuries or negative results. Dual Rate Dealer

Tachi Palace Hotel and Casino - Lemoore, CA

January 2004 to May 2010

Exchange paper currency for playing chips or coin money. Pay winnings or collect losing bets as established by the rules and procedures of a specific game. Deal cards to house hands, and compare these with players' hands to determine winners, as in black jack. Conduct gambling games such as dice, roulette, cards, or keno, following all applicable rules and regulations. Check to ensure that all players have placed bets before play begins.

Stand behind a gaming table and deal the appropriate number of cards to each player. Inspect cards and equipment to be used in games to ensure that they are in good condition. Start and control games and gaming equipment, and announce winning numbers or colors. Education

Associate's in LVN

San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia - Bakersfield, CA August 2021 to December 2022

Associate in Medical Assistant

San Joaquin Valley College - Hanford, CA

2016

Skills

• Word (10+ years)

• Excel (10+ years)

• optum (Less than 1 year)

• Powerpoint (10+ years)

• Typing (10+ years)

• Phlebotomy

• Dialysis

• Patient Care

• PCT

• Home Health

• CMA

• CPR

• Medical Records

• EKG

• Receptionist

• Vital Signs

• Customer Service Skills

• Filing

• Data Entry

• Microsoft Word

• Medical Terminology

• Billing

• Medical Billing

• Medical Office Experience (2 years)

• Medical information (3 years)

• Medical Receptionist (2 years)

• Office Experience (2 years)

• Microsoft Office (10+ years)

• Medical information (2 years)

• EMR Systems (4 years)

• Experience Administering Injections

• Venipuncture (3 years)

• Computer science (7 years)

• Insurance Verification

• HIPAA

• Clerical Experience

• Medical Coding

• Laboratory Experience

• Triage

• Public Speaking

• Office Management

• Quality Assurance

• Critical Care Experience

• Teaching Experience (2 years)

• Teaching (1 year)

• Phone Etiquette

• Computer Skills

• Instructor (1 year)

• Teaching Experience (1 year)

• Wound Care (1 year)

• Venipuncture (2 years)

• Venipuncture Experience (3 years)

• Laboratory Procedures (3 years)

• Medical Terminology (3 years)

• Caregiving

• Certified medical assistant (3 years)

• Management Experience (10+ years)

• Epic

• Certified clinical medical assistant (4 years)

• High school

• Osha (4 years)

• CLIA (4 years)

• Medical Scheduling

• ICD-10

• Cerner

• Cht (5 years)

• Documentation review

• Acute care

• Specimen collection / processing

• Clinical laboratory experience

• Anatomy knowledge

• ICD coding

• First aid

• Sales (5 years)

• Patient monitoring (5 years)

• Medication Administration

• Hospital Experience

• Accounting

• Warehouse experience (4 years)

• Guest services

• Pricing

• Warehouse management system

• Heavy lifting

• Kronos

• Aseptic technique

• Physiology knowledge

• Employee orientation

Military Service

Branch: United States Army

Service Country: United States

Rank: Specialist

May 2010 to September 2013

Certifications and Licenses

CPR/AED

December 2019 to December 2023

BLS for Healthcare Providers

November 2021 to November 2023

HIPAA

NCCT

September 2017 to 2023

CCHT

April 2021 to Present

Certified in Hemodialysis

AHA Certification

ACLS Certification

BLS Certification

LVN

February 2023

LVN license

Assessments

Attention to Detail — Proficient

September 2020

Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information

Full results: Proficient

Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.

Additional Information

SKILLS PROFILE

• Excellent people skills and thrives on helping to solve problems

• Superb communication skills, verbal and written

• Strong attention to detail and proficient at running and handling office equipment

• Good filing, charting, documenting and organizational skills, along with other office requirements

• CPR and First Aid certified, experienced in the ability to assist residents and clients with activities of daily living

• Experienced in blood drawing, performing lab tests, EKG's, assisting nurses and doctors, taking vitals, and giving injections

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