Claudia Shea
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Bilingual Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician Compassionate and highly skilled bilingual Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician with a 20-year track record of success in delivering exceptional patient care within fast-paced, high-volume dialysis centers. Proven ability to manage demanding patient caseloads while ensuring safety, comfort, and adherence to individualized treatment plans. Possesses outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, building strong, supportive relationships with patients, families, and medical colleagues.
Areas of Expertise
● High-Volume Patient Management: Thrives in fast-paced settings, efficiently managing care for a large number of patients across multiple hospital locations without compromising quality or safety.
● Technical Proficiency: Expert-level operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of a wide range of hemodialysis machines and related medical equipment.
● Patient & Family Relations: Utilizes superior bilingual communication and empathy to educate, support, and build strong, positive relationships with patients and their families during challenging times.
● Clinical Operations: Skilled in all facets of clinic workflow, from opening and preparing the facility and equipment to meticulous documentation and closing procedures.
● Access Site Management: Proficient in the assessment and monitoring of fistulas, grafts, and catheters to prevent complications.
Professional History
Innovating Renal Care Boca Raton, FL June 2016 - Present Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT)
● Successfully provide end-to-end patient care in a busy clinic, from initial setup and warm patient greetings to continuous in-treatment monitoring and safe discharge.
● Serve as a key holder, responsible for opening and closing the facility, including preparing all machines and conducting essential water quality tests to ensure a safe treatment environment.
● Proactively educate patients on their treatment, empowering them with knowledge for self-care and better health outcomes.
DaVita Artificial Kidney Center Pompano Beach, FL Jan 2014 - Jan 2015 Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT)
● Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by providing expert dialysis care to a demanding and diverse patient load across several major area hospitals, including Palmetto, Coral Gables, Kendall, and Miami.
● Flawlessly administered dialysis treatments and managed intravenous medications, ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols and patient treatment plans. Fresenius Kidney Care Miami Park Centre Miami, FL Jan 2007 - Jan 2014 Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT)
● Consistently recognized for providing reliable, high-quality care in high-pressure hospital environments, managing complex patient needs with professionalism and skill.
● Maintained meticulous and accurate patient records, ensuring full compliance with all regulatory requirements.
DaVita Artificial Kidney Center Pompano Beach, FL Jan 2003 - Jan 2007 Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT)
● Began career by developing a strong foundation in managing the needs of chronic kidney disease patients in various fast-paced hospital settings. Credentials
● Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT)
● CPR Certified American Red Cross & National CPR Foundation
● Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Advertising Bogotá, Colombia