Tracy Howell
Lynwood
Summary
Dedicated Dialysis Technician with a strong focus on patient education, infection control, and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to train new technicians and coordinate care, ensuring optimal outcomes in a collaborative healthcare environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Dialysis Technician
Concerto Renal Services
Chicago
02.2022 - Current
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and aftercare to improve understanding and compliance.
- Monitored patient vital signs during dialysis treatments for safety and comfort.
- Ensured cleanliness and sterilization of dialysis work areas and equipment.
- Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
- Restocked supplies needed for dialysis procedures in an organized manner.
- Adhered to all applicable laws, regulations, standards, policies and procedures governing healthcare delivery services.
- Provided education about kidney disease management techniques to both patients and family members.
- Trained new dialysis technicians on machine operation and patient care procedures to ensure high standards of care.
- Participated in performance improvement activities to optimize facility operations and enhance patient outcomes.
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Dialysis
Hammond
09.2012 - 12.2024
- Initiated and terminated reverse osmosis water system and performed water quality monitoring tests prior to dialysis initiation.
- Primed dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions and followed formula directions when preparing dialysate.
- Prepared and set up dialysis machines according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to enhance patient care and outcomes.
- Delivered effective communication to patients, families, and staff across departments to ensure a supportive care environment.
- Coordinated patient appointment scheduling to improve clinic workflow and reduce wait times.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment in compliance with healthcare regulations.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Central Service Technician
Prairie State College
Chicago Heights, IL03-2026
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient instruction
- Infection control
- Equipment maintenance
- Health regulations
- Procedure documentation
- Supply management
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
Timeline
Dialysis Technician
Concerto Renal Services
02.2022 - Current
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Dialysis
09.2012 - 12.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Central Service Technician
Prairie State College