Pros and Cons of Patient Care Technician for hemodialysis

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  • @lauriemckenna4750
    @lauriemckenna4750 Рік тому +8

    You’re pretty spot on with your pros and cons! I’ve been doing this for over 18yrs. I’ve been working acutes now for over 4 years and Im the only tech on the floor, it’s run by RNs. I love my nurses because they appreciate me so much, it really makes me feel appreciated! In the chronic clinics, I feel like techs against techs is STRONG, it’s not like that in acute.

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  Рік тому +1

      Oh wow! Shout out to ACUTES!!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽

  • @misty59
    @misty59 Рік тому +20

    I'm about to start as a registered nurse in a clinic and you have made me want to know how to open, close, what needs to be stocked, etc. I want to be the type of person who knows how to do everything just in case anyone needs help haha

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  Рік тому +4

      Oh wow. I would advise to at least know how to open or close. Both is great because it can help your team but as an RN if yall happen to be short staffed…that’s gonna be ALOT on you. Support your techs as or if they support you and yall will soar as a team.

    • @kaygall4973
      @kaygall4973 Рік тому

      @@imeboniWhat are the things the Registered Nurse is required to do in the dialysis clinic.

  • @morgynnstedman9777
    @morgynnstedman9777 3 роки тому +15

    I’m so happy I found your channel, I’ve watched a lot of the other PCT content on UA-cam because I like to do extensive research before I do something. I have my interview tomorrow so I’m excited. 😊

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  3 роки тому

      Yayyy! How did your interview go?

    • @morgynnstedman9777
      @morgynnstedman9777 3 роки тому +4

      @@imeboni he said he liked my answers and I should hear back in less then a week. 😊

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  3 роки тому

      @@morgynnstedman9777 ok! Yayy!! You got this! Are their topics with the field that you would like me to talk about?

    • @cedesszsbensz5211
      @cedesszsbensz5211 Рік тому +2

      Did you get the job? If so are you still there ?

  • @latonyaeasterlin3432
    @latonyaeasterlin3432 7 місяців тому +4

    I am glad you spoke on pay. What kind of benefits is Fresenius offer? I was interview by them, I am wondering.

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  7 місяців тому +2

      I haven’t worked for them in a year and a half but they had much better benefits than other companies!

  • @Di_777
    @Di_777 3 місяці тому +3

    You're so pretty! Thanks for the info 💜

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  3 місяці тому

      You are so welcome! Thank you 😊

  • @kellyvaldez2460
    @kellyvaldez2460 2 роки тому +6

    I enjoyed watching your video! I recently got hired as a hemodialysis tech at Fresenius and I am scared because I am pregnant. I feel like they are going to fire me. Hopefully everything goes well. My first day is march 7!

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  2 роки тому +1

      Pregnant..wow..don’t be scared..if you love people you can work through the hard parts. How was your first day?

    • @jasmineharris2518
      @jasmineharris2518 Рік тому +1

      how was your experience? Im currently 5 months and thinking about joining.

    • @kellyvaldez2460
      @kellyvaldez2460 Рік тому +2

      @@jasmineharris2518 they’ll definitely hire you. after your 36 or 37 week mark, you would just have to tell them that you’re going on maternity leave or you’ll have to ask for a leave of absence. I asked for a leave of absence & i ended up getting 3 months of leave so i returned with the company after my baby was 3 months. If you feel like you’re being treated differently or judged because you’re pregnant, contact HR & they will most definitely help you out and put anyone in their place. I even worked with someone who was also pregnant!

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  Рік тому

      🙏🏾 Congrats on your baby & thanks for sharing this!

  • @lorrainejackson2004
    @lorrainejackson2004 4 місяці тому +2

    Hello I went to school for dialysis tech and I feel I did not get enough experience in school for training I’m little scared to start working as a tech. One of my classmates did here clinical in davita clinic and did not like it and was stress and when her clinical was over she is not going to apply for dialysis she going to do phlebotomy instead.

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  4 місяці тому +1

      Being a little scared is normal but if interested you will definitely learn a lot more working with a direct company. Not gonna lie it is hard first starting out, it can be high stress environment because it gets fast paced and lots of things are happening at once. BUT WHEN YOU GET THE HANG OF IT…it’s easy! But I definitely wanted to quit my first 6months in. And now 6 years later, 3 companies later I’m still in the dialysis world! I left the floor after a year and came back because I missed it so much! Once you learn the skill just know there are many areas in the dialysis world but getting experience on the floor is very beneficial.😉

  • @hadgit60
    @hadgit60 2 роки тому +3

    Enjoying your videos. As a nurse thinking about looking into dialysis but the pay seems very low for nurses compared to what I’m doing. I just applied though to Davita so waiting to hear back.

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  2 роки тому +3

      Glad you’re enjoying them. I believe the starting pay is low for anyone whose never done dialysis before but it increases as you gain experience and the competing companies always pay more! It’s great to get in and get your feet wet though!

  • @Jackhack-v2s
    @Jackhack-v2s 6 місяців тому +2

    I have a interview next week I’m nervous because I’ll be taking a 4 dollar pay cut but hopefully the overtime makes up for it

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  6 місяців тому

      Why you taking a pay cut

  • @YamileLopez-ym4pv
    @YamileLopez-ym4pv Рік тому +1

    ur so pretty and a fascinatedly trust worthy speaker if that makes any sense lol, subscribeddddd

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  Рік тому

      Lol yes that makes sense

  • @shelia-ij1eo
    @shelia-ij1eo Рік тому +3

    It depends on what state you live in according to the pay. NYC and New Jersey pay well.

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  Рік тому

      Very true! I’m in GA…they pay decent but some ppl do have to hop from clinic to clinic.

    • @ck-ib2xb
      @ck-ib2xb 5 місяців тому +1

      @shelia-ij1eo I live in Georgia by way of NYC and the pay here in Georgia SH***Y with expensive healthcare. If it wasn't for my husband, I would've been went back to NY .

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  5 місяців тому +1

      @ck-ib2xb yea Georgia be tryna nickel & dime you!! It’s annoying but I’ve learned to play the game they try to play!

  • @HannahTries
    @HannahTries 4 місяці тому +2

    Hey!!! I’m a certified nursing assistant. Currently in school to become a certified medical assistant. Would you recommend Davita or Fresenius? I’ve heard that Fresenius pays more. I want to go with the company that will benefit me most. Anyone welcome to answer. Thanks

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  4 місяці тому

      I honestly haven’t worked with Davita yet but I was with Fresenius (FMC) for about 4 years. I think their training is better than most companies but no matter the company your training is based off your preceptor and how long they have to train you before you work on the floor. I would go with FMC

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  4 місяці тому

      Heyyyyy

  • @evelynhughes9014
    @evelynhughes9014 2 роки тому +7

    Good morning sis.Hope you dont mind me calling you that. Im a PCA.Iwent back to school to be a CNA in 2020. And completed a course as an Administrative Medical Front Office Assistant 2021. Both at Health Tech of Ga. I honestly need to brush up on my typing and computer skills. I saw the information for DaVita the other day. I'm 53 years young. this job seems to be really hard. I've never stuck anyone with a needle. I thought about learning how to do this. its very intense like you said. I enjoy people, especially the elderly. I used to be a hospice cna a long time ago. Thanks for expelling pros and cons. My mind says yes I want to learn how to do this but I don't know lol. I don't want to think its too hard for me. if it requires heavy repetition of lifting, I. can't do it. Anyway God bless your and your family and work family to stay strong mentally and physically in Jesus' name. The joy of the Lord is your strength. You and your bay partner do a great job. Love you hunny.

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  2 роки тому +2

      There is only heavy lifting when its time to do granuflo because you have to bring the bags up to the tank to dump them. And thats maybe once a week depending on your clinic. I won’t lie and say the job aint hard but it has its rewarding days! I work with women in there 50s & 60s even but that’s because they love what they do..if you feel the job can be to much maybe try being an AA or working as a PATIENT ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE those are more office based and require little to no physical labor! Thanks for the encouragement!❤️

    • @evelynhughes9014
      @evelynhughes9014 2 роки тому +1

      @@imeboni thanks so much for contacting me back. I love to help people. And I try my best to keep a positive attitude no matter what happens.

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  2 роки тому

      @@evelynhughes9014 no problem 😉

    • @dawnwilliams8766
      @dawnwilliams8766 2 роки тому +1

      Hi Evelyn, So glad I saw your post! Just started 3 weeks ago at Davita and I am also 53. I'm not sure if I can or want to handle this job, but I know I can't handle 12-15 hour shifts. So far, so good. I'm curious if you pursued the job?

  • @chukwumaiwunze9572
    @chukwumaiwunze9572 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for the insight. I just started Dialysis Tech school, By your experience, what is the main thing to focus on learning especially during the clinical training? Thanks!

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  2 місяці тому +1

      Heyyyy, I would say to focus on cannulating (sticking) patients and time management with change over. It will take you awhile to get your groove but once you get it you will do fine

    • @chukwumaiwunze9572
      @chukwumaiwunze9572 2 місяці тому

      @imeboni Thank you!

  • @346bre
    @346bre Рік тому +3

    Current CCHT here of 5 years and I agree 100% girl!!!!

  • @jaewatson227
    @jaewatson227 2 роки тому +2

    Yes got hired with Davita and I’m having an eerie feeling point blank… it’s like I already know I ain’t tryna get up early!

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  2 роки тому

      🫢uh oh!!! I understand!!

    • @jaewatson227
      @jaewatson227 2 роки тому +1

      @@imeboni I just feel like when u have a feeling of negative energy and u haven’t even started then you need to follow your gut and not! I was only interested because of the Rise program for nursing I believe

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  2 роки тому

      @@jaewatson227 it was hard for me in a negative environment…so I did leave after a year and attempt billing but I noticed immediately that the floor was where I needed to be!!! It took me leaving so I get it.

  • @dawnwilliams8766
    @dawnwilliams8766 2 роки тому +6

    Thank You so much! Just started 3 weeks ago as PCT and trying to determine if it's what I want to do! Since you're so good at responding to questions, lol. I was wondering if you've heard of anyone working 4 10hr shifts? I'm hoping they'll work with me on that after my training. I don't have the stamina or mental power to work the 12-15 hours shifts. Also, how long have you been a PCT? Thank You again!😊

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  2 роки тому +8

      Heyyyyy 👋🏽, from my experience and talking with others, they start you off with 4- 12-15hour shifts. It definitely get exhausting and tiring real quick! I have been a PCT in for about 4 years. I did leave the floor due to burn out an just not knowing if this was for me..but I came back! If anything you can ask them if you can just do 3 days a week and see what they say.

    • @dawnwilliams8766
      @dawnwilliams8766 2 роки тому +1

      @@imeboni Thank You!

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  2 роки тому

      No problem 🥰 Ask me anything!

    • @dawnwilliams8766
      @dawnwilliams8766 2 роки тому +1

      @@imeboni Thanks! You're so sweet!

    • @ThatsJosann
      @ThatsJosann 2 роки тому +3

      @@imeboni i love this reply because im planning to work 3 days a week as well and i want night shifts cuz i have a disabilty and i have a son with no babysitter but his dad is home at night so it will be a relief for me. Thanks for the idea🙏🏼

  • @ScreamTatumRiley
    @ScreamTatumRiley Рік тому +3

    Yea as a medication aide I make 21.79 but Fresenius wants to pay me 18 I get I’m new to dialysis but I’ve been working in healthcare for 10 years I hope I get the job but I’m staying at my current job

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  Рік тому +1

      Wow!!! Yea stay where you are. If anything after you get your CCHT negotiate for higher or go to a company that will pay you more…I ended up having to leave to get more monies

  • @ac3483
    @ac3483 Місяць тому +1

    Do you sit or have free time once in a while?

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  Місяць тому

      Yes. I sit while waiting on someone to come back from break and even if my legs get tired I’ll roll around in a stool during changeover

  • @tinythomas5558
    @tinythomas5558 2 роки тому +3

    can you pls tell me the study material s?

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  2 роки тому +2

      I mainly used the CCHT prep app. I believe it’s 10.99 but it was worth it because it helped me get used to how questions were answered.

  • @lyminnicoleman7705
    @lyminnicoleman7705 2 роки тому +3

    How much is per diem pct at a hospital or atleast starting pay

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  2 роки тому +1

      I have never worked in a hospital so I wouldn’t know.

  • @nykee2191
    @nykee2191 2 роки тому +5

    Would u do pct over being a cna?

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  2 роки тому +5

      Yesss, I would do PCT over CNA. Depending on where you work you will be able to do more things as a PCT vs CNA. But both work under the nurses license. Great question!!!

  • @yessicafe509
    @yessicafe509 11 місяців тому +1

    How much do you get paid as a patient care tech?

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  10 місяців тому +2

      Depends on the country or state. I started at 14ish in 2018

  • @emilysmyth7789
    @emilysmyth7789 Рік тому

    I just got a job offer as a PCT and im terrified.. ive always struggled with classwork/testing so the idea of taking a certification exam has me so scared and intimidated.. Can you give me some tips/info to make it a little easier?

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  Рік тому +1

      You will take a company test that will be pretty similar to the certification. Focus on the company exam, it will be information from your hands on training. I used to deal badly with test anxiety so I understand. Also take notes during your “in class” trainings and on the floor training. I write down a lot in the beginning before getting my hands involved to take step by step notes.

  • @Butterfly-gt7ui
    @Butterfly-gt7ui Рік тому +1

    Can you wear short nails? Do they hire you without the ccht and you could work it during or you have to have it to work ?

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  Рік тому +1

      By policy your nails have to be short and clean but I have seen ppl with all kinds of nail lengths, colors, and designs🤷🏽‍♀️

  • @danceswithveilslily9342
    @danceswithveilslily9342 Рік тому +1

    Do you get overtime plus bonuses?

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  Рік тому

      Hi, I get overtime if I work over 40 hours but haven’t seen any bonuses. Most companies do them at the end of the year.

  • @emiliennejeune3886
    @emiliennejeune3886 3 роки тому +4

    So glad I found your chanel. Can you choose your own schedule? Cause I will be going to school from 8am to 12

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  3 роки тому +1

      Heyyy I’m glad you found me too! Yes and No for choosing your own schedule. Yes, if you have a manager that will be willing and able to work with your school schedule. But no if they are not! I usually don’t do morning appointments on days I work and can work 3 to 6 days a week. The normal for when you get hired is 4 days a week. Unless its a clinic that open 3 days like mine.

    • @brandonfrazier1370
      @brandonfrazier1370 2 роки тому +7

      You are right on everything you are saying I looked at a couple of your videos but I'mma tell you something my kidney failure started when I was six years old I had to go on the kidney dialysis machine at 11 years old I had 70 surgeries in my lifetime at 12 years old I left children hospital and went to a grown-up Clinic I'm 40 years old now I'm still on it to this day I only got kidney failure that's it I grew up in that clinic I will never ever let that machine beat me I'm always beat it I put my own self on the machine people look at me and say it look like I'm not on the machine but I tell them is 32 years in for me I'm not going nowhere God got me that's what I believe in but I looked at your other videos you are right on everything you talkin about I have had relationships with nurses and technicians

    • @brandonfrazier1370
      @brandonfrazier1370 2 роки тому +1

      Where you from what Clinic do you work at I'm in st. Louis

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  2 роки тому

      @@brandonfrazier1370 Wow! Praise God you alive to tell your story today!! Is there anything you would want techs or nurses to know as it pertains to your care?? I would love to do a live with you one day.

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  2 роки тому

      @@brandonfrazier1370 I’m in Georgia

  • @jeremywheeler8417
    @jeremywheeler8417 Рік тому +1

    I wonder if I could do this part time

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  Рік тому

      You can if there is a Monday Wednesday Friday clinic.

    • @jeremywheeler8417
      @jeremywheeler8417 Рік тому +1

      @@imeboni got a interview tomorrow!

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  Рік тому

      @@jeremywheeler8417 yayyyy with which company?

    • @jeremywheeler8417
      @jeremywheeler8417 Рік тому +2

      @@imeboni Davita kidney care. They're actually looking for a full-time person, but I'm going to try to get a part-time position. I also want to go to school to get my phlebotomy certificate at the same time. Who knows from there.... Maybe travel the world as a part time phlebotomist. 😂

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  Рік тому +1

      Go for it! If you let them know you’re in school that will help with going PT instead of FT.

  • @cokolucas
    @cokolucas 2 роки тому +3

    My brother recently died from kidneys failure

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  2 роки тому +3

      Hello, my condolences for your loss!🙏🏾 Praying you and your family strength and peace of mind.

    • @cokolucas
      @cokolucas 2 роки тому +1

      @@imeboni thank you

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  2 роки тому

      No problem

  • @jallahkonneh1644
    @jallahkonneh1644 2 роки тому +1

    Hey, I just got interviewed by Fresenius for pct. I have my pct certificate from a school I went to, do I have to be state certified ex: NHA certified to get hired? Please reply

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  2 роки тому

      Hi Jallah Konneh, you do not have to be state certified when you get hired. Fresenius will train you “their way” and you have 18mths to get certified. They will also pay for your certification.

  • @dayzianasmith4875
    @dayzianasmith4875 Рік тому +1

    what shoes do you recommend? i start soon :)

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  Рік тому +3

      So far these have helped me: New Balance Cush & Hoka.
      I have previous leg injuries so I can’t do every shoe…I have tried Cloves-HORRIBLE, Brooks-RAN THROUGH THEM, Cloaks-NOPE, Puma-lasted a loonnngggg time.
      It’s honestly trial and error but the first two are the best!!

  • @kimberlyglasper3105
    @kimberlyglasper3105 Рік тому +1

    How many days a week do PTC WORK a week

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  Рік тому

      3 to 4 days a week but I have worked many 5 days a week(willingly)

    • @NaturallyShari
      @NaturallyShari 9 місяців тому +1

      @@imebonidid you get to study at work? How did you work 5 days a week and get school work done?

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  9 місяців тому

      @NaturallyShari I didn’t 🤦🏽‍♀️. I still need to complete school so I took a break while I get my finances up and it’s really hard when I’m tired but I don’t work 5 days all the time. I work 3 or 4.

  • @tamerunrob6510
    @tamerunrob6510 10 місяців тому +1

    do you suggest someone hard of hearing do pct work ?

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  10 місяців тому

      No. Because if there is any emergency you will be late and it’ll be too late 😬

    • @tamerunrob6510
      @tamerunrob6510 10 місяців тому

      @@imeboni ok and thank you

  • @zanod2514
    @zanod2514 10 місяців тому +1

    If you mention the name and the good things about your company, they need to pay you advertising fees or just work as a recruiter.

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  10 місяців тому

      This video is a few years ago but you dog on right they do need to pay me! In my last year and this year I do mention names of companies but not who I work for. Thanks 😊

  • @miken3491
    @miken3491 3 роки тому +4

    Is frensenius paying for your school? And what did you wear on your first day to training should I wear professional since I’m in the classroom setting or scrubs?

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  3 роки тому +4

      Hi there, they aren’t because I have yet to figure out the portal thingy that my manager has to sign. Working on that! But I do get financial aid. The very first day of training I wore casual dress up type clothes. But I did see others who wore scrubs.When I first started I didn’t have any scrubs until they gave me the company scrubs. Hope this helps. Let me know how it goes!

  • @DW5918
    @DW5918 11 місяців тому

    I’m trying to get into Davita. I’m in Florida. I’m not PCT or CNA certified. I have done home health aid many years ago in another state. I have worked customer service/support for various healthcare or health care related call centers for several years.

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  11 місяців тому +1

      You don’t have to be certified. They train on the job. Try Fresenius too and other dialysis companies. You never know which company or manager will take you with no experience. Doesn’t hurt to try🙌🏽🤷🏽‍♀️

    • @DW5918
      @DW5918 11 місяців тому

      @@imeboni Thank you 😊 I will be applying.

  • @Fornwith
    @Fornwith Рік тому +1

    Im into my 2nd week 😭

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  Рік тому

      Are you ok??

    • @Fornwith
      @Fornwith Рік тому +1

      @@imeboni Finished my training. This is the last day of my first week flying solo. I'm still alive.

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  Рік тому

      @@Fornwith ooooo 😮‍💨YOU BETTA LIVE!!!! 🙌🏽

    • @catriciaplaisir5146
      @catriciaplaisir5146 8 місяців тому +1

      I am starting next week. I am praying 🙏

    • @Fornwith
      @Fornwith 8 місяців тому

      @@catriciaplaisir5146 I'm 6 months in so far still going. Timing can be challenging, but you can do it. Go for it.

  • @kassandracurry8346
    @kassandracurry8346 Рік тому

    Are you still working in dialysis?

  • @ameenabean6345
    @ameenabean6345 2 роки тому +2

    What is the training paid hour

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  2 роки тому +2

      Pay depends on your position and dialysis experience

  • @arieljackson1093
    @arieljackson1093 2 роки тому +2

    They have night shifts too don’t they

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  2 роки тому +1

      Night shifts would be like 3rd shift for hemodialysis which would make the day look like 4:45am to 9pm. Acute which is in the hospital can be all day or night shift.

  • @ROMSKIL
    @ROMSKIL 9 місяців тому +1

    Stank feet pretty young lady lol appreciate u just messing with you

    • @imeboni
      @imeboni  9 місяців тому

      Well hey to you too lol