AMBER ESPRONCEDA
San Antonio
Summary
Healthcare professional with rich background in clinical education, effectively designing and implementing educational programs for healthcare teams. Known for fostering a collaborative environment that enhances learning and professional development. Equipped with strong communication and instructional skills, adaptable to dynamic healthcare settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Educator
Schertz EMS
01.2020 - Current
- Clinical Educator (August 2025 - Current) Develop and deliver educational programs for EMS personnel to enhance clinical knowledge and skills.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to evaluate training effectiveness and implement improvements.
- Coordinate simulation exercises to prepare staff for real-world emergency scenarios and decision-making.
- Mentor new educators on instructional techniques and assessment strategies to ensure high-quality training delivery.
- Analyze training data to identify trends, inform curriculum adjustments, and enhance learning outcomes.
- Advocate for continuous professional development initiatives to foster a culture of lifelong learning within the organization.
- Evaluate the clinical competencies of staff members, identifying areas for improvement, and providing targeted training solutions.
- Implement innovative teaching techniques, such as simulation-based learning, to improve overall understanding of complex medical concepts.
- Field Training Officer (2022-2025) led onboarding sessions for new hires, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to refine training materials and methodologies.
- Collaborated with management to align training objectives with organizational goals.
- Analyzed training outcomes to assess effectiveness and drive strategic enhancements.
- Served as a positive role model for new officers, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and commitment to public service at all times.
- Conducted regular assessments to gauge trainee competence in critical skills, adjusting training plans as needed to address gaps in knowledge or ability.
- Mentored new officers throughout their probationary period, offering guidance on best practices for successful career advancement within the department.
- Paramedic (2020 - Current) Led emergency medical response teams to deliver critical care in high-pressure situations.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient handoff at medical facilities.
- 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 or surgery and control wounds.
Associate instructor
National EMS Academy
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions, promoting practical application of emergency medical skills among students.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback to foster improvement.
- Mentored junior instructors, sharing best practices in teaching methodologies and course delivery techniques.
- Collaborated with faculty to refine course content based on industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Licensed paramedic
Acadian Ambulance
02.2018 - 12.2023
- Administered advanced life support interventions during medical emergencies.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient care transitions.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to determine appropriate treatment plans.
- Operated and maintained emergency medical equipment and vehicles effectively.
- Mentored junior paramedics in best practices and emergency protocols.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
EMT-Basic
American Medical Response
03.2016 - 02.2018
- Responded to emergency calls, providing critical medical assistance and patient care in high-pressure situations.
- Collaborated with paramedics to assess patient conditions and administer appropriate treatments on-site.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and protocols.
- Trained new EMT personnel on operational procedures and best practices for emergency response.
EMT-Basic
University Emergency Medical Services
09.2015 - 03.2016
- Coordinated transportation logistics for patients, optimizing route efficiency during critical transfers.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections, ensuring readiness and compliance with safety standards before each shift.
- Implemented improvements in communication protocols among team members to enhance response times and coordination.
- Led post-incident debriefings to evaluate performance, identify areas for improvement, and develop training initiatives.
Education
Licensed Paramedic -
National EMS Academy/ Teex Extension
10.2019
B.S. - Public Health
The University of Arizona
08.2016
Skills
- Leadership
- Public Speaking
- Customer Service
- Interpersonal Communication
- Community Outreach
- Program and Event Planning
- BLS and ACLS
- Health promotion and education
- Youth development and education
- Precepting and training
- EMS skills instruction
- Adult education and lesson planning
- Clinical education
- Emergency medical services
- Simulation training
- Curriculum development
Affiliations
- Arizona HOSA, future health professionals
- Officer, August 2010-Present
- 2012 Arizona State Vice President
- Gained experience in running conferences, and being a representative of the state for a national student run organization.
- Worked with high school and middle school students on leadership, interpersonal, and professional skills.
- Continue to development experience in event planning and conference running
Certification
ACLS Instructor
BLS Instructor
First Aid Instructor
Stop The Bleed Instructor
CABS Instructor
Licensed Paramedic
Timeline
Associate instructor
National EMS Academy
03.2021 - 03.2024
Clinical Educator
Schertz EMS
01.2020 - Current
Licensed paramedic
Acadian Ambulance
02.2018 - 12.2023
EMT-Basic
American Medical Response
03.2016 - 02.2018
EMT-Basic
University Emergency Medical Services
09.2015 - 03.2016
Licensed Paramedic -
National EMS Academy/ Teex Extension
B.S. - Public Health
The University of Arizona
Awards
Medical Director Clinical Award of Excellence
Life Saver Award
Stork Award