Cheryse Turek
Ottawa,IL
Summary
I'm seeking a position with a company that will provide me with an opportunity to grow and to establish a career path, while also doing something that I enjoy.
Experienced Dialysis Technician with five years of experience providing outstanding care to patients in various stages of renal failure. Accomplished in building rapport with patients and explaining procedures to ease anxiety. Offering expert knowledge of hemodialysis treatment, unit operations and regulatory guidelines.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acute Dialysis Technician
Fox Valley Acute Renal Services
05.2022 - Current
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment through diligent adherence to infection control protocols.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various types of dialysis equipment, quickly adapting to new technologies as they were introduced.
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues, offering guidance on dialysis procedures while fostering a supportive work environment.
- Enhanced workflow efficiency with thorough machine maintenance, troubleshooting issues promptly to minimize downtime.
- Optimized treatment effectiveness by accurately calculating and setting dialysis machine parameters for each patient.
- Increased patient compliance with treatment plans by offering supportive counseling and education.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving technical issues during on-site visits.
Patient Care Technician - CCHT
Concerto Renal Services
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Managed emergency situations effectively, following established protocols to ensure optimal patient safety during critical moments.
- Provided individualized care to patients, constantly monitoring their condition and reporting any changes to the nursing team.
- Contributed to continuous improvement efforts within the department by actively participating in quality improvement initiatives.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and timely care to patients at in-house dialysis clinics..
- Promoted effective communication among healthcare professionals, acting as a liaison between patients and their providers when necessary.
- Demonstrated expertise in operating specialized medical equipment; dialysis equipment.
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Fresenius Medical Care
08.2019 - 04.2022
- Assisted patients by assessing pre-vital signs and reporting findings to nursing staff.
Cannulated patient access for hemodialysis and initiated treatment procedures.
Monitored patient and machine throughout treatment sessions to ensure safety.
Returned patient’s blood and evaluated post-vital signs after treatments.
Reported abnormal findings to nursing staff and facilitated reassessment prior to discharge.
Completed necessary paperwork for patients transitioning back to nursing homes.
Third Key
Sherwin-Williams
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Provided assistance to contractors and DIY painters, improving customer satisfaction.
Ensured store cleanliness met company standards consistently.
Followed planograms to optimize product visibility and organization.
Oversaw opening and closing of store according to weekly scheduling requirements.
Conducted necessary bank deposits, maintaining financial integrity.
General Cleaner
QUALITY CARE CLEANING
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Maintain cleanliness of commercial locations after business hours according to company and client expectations.
- Improved facility hygiene through diligent sanitization of high-touch surfaces and restrooms.
- Upheld company standards for cleanliness and sanitation by consistently following prescribed protocols and procedures.
- Emptied trashcans and transported waste to collection areas.
- Maintained a safe working environment by promptly addressing spills and potential hazards.
- Sanitized office spaces bathrooms and kitchens to maintain hygienic work environment for employees and visitors.
- Vacuumed and mopped floors to remove dirt and debris and maintain clean and safe work environment.
Cashier
Casey's General Stores
06.2017 - 12.2018
- Prepared fresh coffee regularly to enhance customer experience.
Managed customer satisfaction during transactions to maintain high service standards.
Assisted with fuel pumps as required to support operational efficiency.
Customer Service Associate
Circle K
04.2016 - 10.2016
- I operate a POS system, ensure the quality of cooked items. Keeping the store presentable and ready for the following shift.
Associate
Panera Bread
12.2015 - 04.2016
- My responsibilities vary depending on which job I am assigned to do that day. I worked in the dining room and on the line. When in the dining room, I was to keep the appearance of the restaurant to expectations and assist customers in any way they need. I bused tables, in addition to cleaning dishes when on this duty. When I am on line, I am responsible for making sandwiches and salads to order, as well as portioning out soups. Overall it is a team effort, but especially when working on the line. It is our job to ensure customers get their order as quickly as possible.
- Skills Used
- Patience, time management, consistency and helping others achieve an exceptional experience when they come into the store.
Cashier/Customer Service
McDonald's
10.2015 - 12.2015
- Relocated to Yorkville, IL in December 2015 after marriage.
Returned to Illinois in October 2015 after a three-month absence.
Managed a daily commute exceeding two hours, leading to challenges in time management.
Cashier/Customer Service
Starved Rock Lodge and Confrence Center
05.2015 - 08.2015
- I held a seasonal position in the gift shop located inside of Starved Rock Lodge. I assisted with customers and ran the register, in addition to opening/closing the shop depending on the shift I was working that day.
Cashier/Cook
McDonald's
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Streamlined drive-thru service by taking and presenting orders with efficiency.
Fulfilled front counter cashier responsibilities, focusing on transaction accuracy.
Developed food preparation skills for menu items after six-month tenure.
Utilized point of sale systems to process cash and credit card transactions.
Cashier
Casey's General Store
05.2014 - 08.2014
- While at this company I was the cashier. It was my job to keep the store stocked and clean. I helped the elder customers with the gasoline pumps if they needed it and also helped the kitchen staff. I had to count cigarette packs at the end of the night and count the safe at the beginning and end of my shift. In addition to these duties, I assisted in unloading the truck shipments of stock weekly.
Shift Manager
Arby's
04.2013 - 05.2014
- Beginning responsibilities were to assemble products on our menu to order quickly. Responsibilities included tearing down, cleaning and sanitizing the equipment and then reassembling it at the end of the night. After six months I was promoted to Trainer and was responsible for teaching new hires how to do the job that was being presented to them.
- Once I was given the shift management position, it became my job to do the closing paperwork and count inventory. It was also my responsibility to clean the fryers at night and make sure the nightly deposits were accounted for.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Argosy University Online Division
01.2016
Cosmetology
Hair Professionals Academy of Cosmetology
Oswego, IL01.2017
High school or equivalent - General
Ottawa Township High School
Ottawa, IL01.2010
Skills
- Cashier - Point of Sales (5 years)
- Sales and Inventory (3 years)
- Experience with Children
- Dialysis treatment
- Special Needs
- Vascular Access management
- Patient care
- Infection control standards
- Driving
- Hemodialysis procedures
- Measuring vital signs
- Blood samle collection
- Documentation accuracy
- Records management
- Patient relations
- Alarm response
- Compliance with regulatory guidelines
Accomplishments
- Trained over dozen staff on hemodialysis machine operations and proper connection to access the site.
- Documented and resolved quality compromise issue which led to pulling an entire lot number of dialysis lines from the treatment floor and storage room.
Community Service
Cedar Creek Retreat Center, Housekeeping/Kitchen, Marseilles, IL, 2008-06, 2008-08, Over the course of this summer I worked in the kitchen as well as housekeeping. In the kitchen, I would wash dishes and help in the prep of bulk food for buffet style service. The retreat center tended to various church groups, and high school football teams for their summer camps. The campground was set up with twenty-plus cabins, each with the capability to house two to three people. In housekeeping it was our jobs to go into these cabins after groups checked out, and clean them. For this we were required to drive a van with the cleaning equipment as well as golf carts.
Certification
- Food Safety
- April 2013 to September 2018
- Received my food safety and sanitation license while employed with Arby's as was required of all managers. Expires 2018
Additional Information
- Fast typing abilities
- Ability to learn quickly
- People skills
- Work exceptionally well with many different kinds of animals.
- Works with children exceptionally well.
- Over 10 years experience with children/adults with special needs
- Food Safety and Sanitation license (State of Illinois)
Timeline
Acute Dialysis Technician
Fox Valley Acute Renal Services
05.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician - CCHT
Concerto Renal Services
05.2022 - 05.2023
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Fresenius Medical Care
08.2019 - 04.2022
Third Key
Sherwin-Williams
01.2019 - 06.2019
General Cleaner
QUALITY CARE CLEANING
09.2018 - 12.2018
Cashier
Casey's General Stores
06.2017 - 12.2018
Customer Service Associate
Circle K
04.2016 - 10.2016
Associate
Panera Bread
12.2015 - 04.2016
Cashier/Customer Service
McDonald's
10.2015 - 12.2015
Cashier/Customer Service
Starved Rock Lodge and Confrence Center
05.2015 - 08.2015
Cashier/Cook
McDonald's
08.2014 - 05.2015
Cashier
Casey's General Store
05.2014 - 08.2014
Shift Manager
Arby's
04.2013 - 05.2014
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Argosy University Online Division
Cosmetology
Hair Professionals Academy of Cosmetology
High school or equivalent - General
Ottawa Township High School
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