Shaik Fahima Sulthana
Nellore
Summary
Dedicated dialysis technician with extensive expertise in hemodialysis machine operation and patient monitoring and care. Proficient in infection control protocols, dialysis equipment maintenance, and emergency response, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in bicarbonate dialysate preparation, equipment sterilisation techniques, and water treatment system operation. Demonstrates proficiency in intravenous therapy administration and paediatric dialysis experience, with a strong knowledge of peritoneal dialysis and anaemia management. Committed to maintaining vascular access and dialyzer reuse processes while adhering to biohazard disposal procedures. Holds Basic Life Support certification, aiming to advance patient care standards within the healthcare sector.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Dialysis Technologist
SVIMS(Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Scienc
Tirupathi, India
10.2020 - 12.2025
- Experience: 5 Years
- Operated and monitored hemodialysis machines for patients with renal failure.
- Prepared dialysis machines and dialyzers before each treatment session.
- Monitored patient vital signs before, during, and after dialysis.
- Maintained strict infection control and sterilization procedures.
- Assisted nephrologists and nurses during dialysis procedures.
- Performed routine equipment checks and troubleshooting.
- Educated patients about dialysis care and treatment procedures.
- Provided pre-and post-dialysis care to patients, enhancing their recovery process.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in dialysis machines promptly avoiding delays in treatment.
- Maintained accurate records of each dialysis session, aiding in patient assessment.
- Assured compliance with health regulations for improved quality control.
- Provided education to patients about kidney disease management improving their lifestyle choices.
- Administered medications as prescribed by doctors improving overall patient health.
- Initiated emergency procedures when necessary to uphold patient well-being.
- Monitored patient vital signs whilst administering dialysis therapy.
- Improved patient comfort by providing empathetic care during dialysis procedures.
- Handled complex situations calmly and efficiently, reducing stress levels amongst patients and colleagues alike.
- Prepared necessary solutions for use in haemodialysis treatments, ensuring accuracy and safety.
- Conducted regular equipment checks for optimal performance.
- Implemented hospital guidelines effectively, promoting professional standards of practice.
- Assisted in training new staff members to enhance service levels.
- Updated physicians regularly on patient progress during treatment sessions.
- Facilitated smooth operation of renal dialysis machinery, ensuring patient safety.
- Maintained cleanliness and sterility of dialysis station, promoting a safe environment.
- Ensured efficient use of medical equipment, resulting in streamlined operations.
- Prepared patients physically for the procedure through proper positioning and skin preparation, minimising discomfort.
- Administered medications under supervision to maintain optimal patient health during treatments.
- Established strong rapport with patients by providing compassionate care throughout the course of treatment.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics, including weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Cleaned and connected to access sites, including fistulas, grafts and catheters, by following infection control protocols.
Education
BSc - Dialysis Technology
SVIMS – Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences
TirupatiSkills
- Hemodialysis Machine Operation
- Patient Monitoring and Care
- Infection Control Protocols
- Dialysis Equipment Maintenance
- Emergency Response
- Medical Documentation
- Bicarbonate dialysate preparation
- Equipment sterilisation techniques
- Water treatment system operation
- Intravenous therapy administration
- Paediatric dialysis experience
- Knowledge of peritoneal dialysis
- Anaemia management
- Peritoneal dialysis proficiency
- Vascular access maintenance
- Dialyzer reuse process knowledge
- Biohazard disposal procedures
- Basic Life Support
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Available
- Dialysis Technology Certification – Available
- Andhra Pradesh para medical board registration certificate available
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Telugu
Fluent
Urdu
Native
Tamil
Intermediate
Accomplishments
- Dr Subhashini and Dr Kamalakar Reddy Endowment Award for the best original Article published in the year 2022 - COVID-19 disease in peritoneal dialysis patients: a single center experience from India
Timeline
Dialysis Technologist
SVIMS(Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Scienc
10.2020 - 12.2025
BSc - Dialysis Technology
SVIMS – Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences