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Gordon Dancy
Bellevue
Summary
Dedicated CCHT with strong skills in dialysis machine operation, vascular access care, and patient education. Committed to enhancing patient safety and care quality through attention to detail and adherence to best practices.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Ccht
Healthcare Support Staffing
Orlando, FL
08.2023 - Current
- Administered hemodialysis treatments to patients while ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient responses during dialysis sessions.
- Operated and maintained dialysis machines, troubleshooting technical issues as needed.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-dialysis care to enhance understanding.
- Assisted in training new staff on proper techniques and equipment usage for efficiency.
- Implemented best practices for infection control, improving overall patient safety standards.
- Participated in quality assurance activities to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and improve service delivery.
- Minimized complications related to vascular access sites by performing proper cannulation techniques using both needles and catheters according to established protocols.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Supported a welcoming atmosphere within the clinic by engaging in positive interactions with patients' family members or caregivers when appropriate, fostering strong relationships that ultimately benefit overall treatment experience for patients themselves.
- Improved patient safety by keeping up-to-date with emergency protocols and participating in routine drills simulating various scenarios that could arise during the course of hemodialysis treatments.
Asst Manger and Sales Associate
CHAMPS
Omaha, NE
01.2023 - 02.2025
- Led team in executing daily operations, ensuring alignment with company goals.
- Developed training materials to enhance staff onboarding and operational efficiency.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing discrepancies and improving accuracy.
- Coordinated cross-departmental communication to support project initiatives and resolve issues.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Travel Ccht
RN Network
Edmond, OK
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Reduced the risk of infections by adhering to strict infection control protocols during all procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent teamwork skills while assisting other technicians during busy shifts for optimal patient care delivery.
- Assisted patients with their pre-dialysis weight measurements, ensuring accurate assessment of fluid removal needs during the procedure.
- Enhanced patient care by providing efficient and accurate hemodialysis treatments.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
Travel Ccht
AMN Healthcare
02.2021 - 05.2023
- Promoted continuity of care by documenting detailed treatment records in electronic health systems for easy access by all healthcare providers involved in the patient''s care plan.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Completed required training courses on time, staying up-to-date with industry best practices and advancements in dialysis technology for improved patient outcomes.
- Improved clinic workflow by maintaining clean and organized workstations, minimizing downtime between patients.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Optimized treatment efficiency through regular equipment maintenance checks, ensuring all machines were in proper working order prior to initiating dialysis sessions.
Travel Ccht
Ahs
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility when faced with unexpected challenges during a shift, using critical thinking skills to find effective solutions that maintained high-quality patient care standards.
- Increased patient satisfaction through compassionate communication and attentive listening to their concerns or questions regarding treatment plans.
- Supported interdisciplinary team collaboration by sharing relevant patient information with physicians, nurses, and dietitians for comprehensive care planning.
- Assisted in the training and onboarding of new technicians, sharing valuable knowledge from personal experience to help them quickly become proficient contributors within the clinic team.
Sales Associate
Finish Line
Omaha, NE
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Enhanced customer engagement through personalized service and product recommendations.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to improve stock accuracy and reduce discrepancies.
- Trained and mentored new sales associates on operational procedures and customer service excellence.
- Analyzed sales trends to inform merchandising strategies and optimize product placements.
Travel Ccht
Foundation Medical Staffing
Edmond, OK
12.2012 - 12.2019
- Ensured quality treatment outcomes by closely monitoring patient vital signs and adjusting machine settings as needed.
- Contributed to a safe care environment through timely identification and reporting of equipment malfunctions or defects.
- Promoted overall clinic success by contributing ideas during staff meetings for process improvements or ways to enhance patient experience while receiving care at our facility.
- Maintained compliance with state regulations governing clinical practice, adhering to organizational policies and procedures at all times during service provision.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Inventoried, ordered and restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Advised patients and families on health topics pertinent to care and treatment.
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
- Assisted in training new staff on proper techniques and equipment usage for efficiency.
- Implemented best practices for infection control, improving overall patient safety standards.
- Participated in quality assurance activities to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and improve service delivery.
- Minimized complications related to vascular access sites by performing proper cannulation techniques using both needles and catheters according to established protocols.
Sales Associate
Footlocker Retail
Lawton, OK
01.2013 - 02.2014
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop promotional campaigns that increased store traffic.
- Led training sessions focused on enhancing staff product knowledge and selling techniques.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to gather customer insights, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Patient Care Technician - CCHT
Fresenius Medical
Memphis, TN
05.2006 - 12.2013
- Monitored patient vitals, ensuring timely reporting of changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with patient mobility and daily living activities, promoting comfort and safety.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of clinical equipment, supporting infection control protocols.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records for compliance and quality assurance.
Education
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Memphis Job Corps
Memphis, TN05-2006
High School Diploma -
Stone Mountain
Stone Mountain, GA10-2001
Skills
- Dialysis machine operation
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Vascular Access care
- Venipuncture
Certification
- CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Interests
Timeline
Travel Ccht
Healthcare Support Staffing
08.2023 - Current
Travel Ccht
RN Network
02.2023 - 08.2023
Asst Manger and Sales Associate
CHAMPS
01.2023 - 02.2025
Travel Ccht
AMN Healthcare
02.2021 - 05.2023
Sales Associate
Finish Line
09.2020 - 01.2021
Travel Ccht
Ahs
01.2020 - 05.2021
Sales Associate
Footlocker Retail
01.2013 - 02.2014
Travel Ccht
Foundation Medical Staffing
12.2012 - 12.2019
Patient Care Technician - CCHT
Fresenius Medical
05.2006 - 12.2013
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Memphis Job Corps
High School Diploma -
Stone Mountain