Rachel Burris
Tyrone,PA
Summary
Focused Paramedic well-versed in patient assessment and emergency care. Reliable and efficient with 11 years of quality performance in patient-facing. Accustomed to providing critical care in dynamic environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Moshannon Valley EMS
09.2019 - Current
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival at hospital/ high level of medical care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
Emergency Medical Technician
Bellefonte EMS
08.2013 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
Emergency Medical Technician
Mountain Top EMS
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
03.2017 - 09.2019
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
Emergency Medical Technician
Port Matilda Ems
01.2015 - 04.2017
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Education
No Degree - Paramedic Program
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA01.2022
High School Diploma -
Bellefonte Area High School
Bellefonte, PA06.2009
High School Diploma -
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science And Technology
Bellefonte, PA06.2009
Skills
- Documentation And Reporting
- Advanced Life Support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Management
- Airway Management
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Certification
- Paramedic
- National Registered EMT-P
- PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- BLS (CPR and AED)
- Hazard Material Operations
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Mountain Top EMS
02.2023 - 03.2024
Paramedic
Moshannon Valley EMS
09.2019 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
03.2017 - 09.2019
Emergency Medical Technician
Port Matilda Ems
01.2015 - 04.2017
Emergency Medical Technician
Bellefonte EMS
08.2013 - Current
No Degree - Paramedic Program
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
High School Diploma -
Bellefonte Area High School
High School Diploma -
Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science And Technology
- Paramedic
- National Registered EMT-P
- PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- BLS (CPR and AED)
- Hazard Material Operations
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