Becky Atencio
Pueblo
Summary
Detail-oriented and dependable professional with experience in high pressure clinical environments as well as compassionate and service-oriented. Known for a calm, empathetic approach and a genuine passion for helping others- whether in high-stress clinical settings or day-to-day interactions. Brings a strong work ethic, emotional intelligence, and a commitment to making others feel heard, respected, and valued.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Technician
Fresinius Kidney Care
09.1998 - 04.2025
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and timely care to patients in various healthcare settings.
- Performed diagnostic tests accurately, ensuring timely results for informed decision-making regarding treatment plans.
- Promoted effective communication among healthcare professionals.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Promoted health education among patients, offering guidance on dietary restrictions and self-care strategies related to kidney disease management.
Education
Pueblo Community College
Pueblo, CO01-1988
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Pueblo, CO05-1976
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Catheter care
- Isolation precautions
- Compassionate Customer Service
- Empathy & Emotional Intelligence
- Patient education
- Hemodialysis procedures
- Fluid management
Certification
- CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
- CPR
- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Dialysis Technician
Fresinius Kidney Care
09.1998 - 04.2025
Pueblo Community College
High School Diploma -
Central High School
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