Ann DeNardo
Summary
Professional with strong foundation in emergency medical care, adept at rapid assessment and intervention. Proven track record in high-pressure situations, prioritizing effective communication and teamwork to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Recognized for adaptability and reliability, consistently meeting evolving needs of environment. Skilled in advanced life support, patient stabilization, and emergency response protocols.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PARAMEDIC
Advent Health Wesley Chapel
08.2024 - Current
- Evaluating patient vital signs and status during triage and continued hospital encounter
- Obtaining IV and/or IO access for ER patients
- Administering ACLS medications during critical care encounters
- Maintaining a safe, clean environment for all staff members and restocking of medical equipment
- Ultrasound IV insertion
- Splinting and applying orthopedic devices
FLIGHT ATTENDANT
Frontier Airlines
07.2016 - Current
- Ensure security of flight deck, responsible for safety of cabin crew and passengers, respond to medical, fire, and emergency evacuations
- Continuously monitor for all safety conditions, ensure emergency equipment on board and in working condition
- Provide exceptional customer service and hospitality to passengers.
- Performed pre-flight checks of equipment and safety features to guarantee safe flight conditions.
PARAMEDIC
Adventhealth
04.2015 - 12.2020
- Customer service champion as demonstrated by AIDET, 12 Lead EKG's, venipuncture, oxygen therapy, IV insertion and fluid therapy
- Transport monitored patients to inpatient department while ensuring their comfort and safety
- Apply splints and orthopedic devices
- Provide a safe environment while providing the highest quality in patient care.
- Administered medications according to protocols and monitored patients for response.
- Maintained patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.
CARDIAC STRESS TECHNICIAN
Digirad
05.2013 - 04.2015
- Patient preparation including IV insertion, EKG lead placement and interpretation, administer exercise and pharmacological stress tests, ACLS measures to patients when needed
- Perform various professional and administrative duties related to nuclear medicine stress testing including accurate documentation
- Sales and referrals of other products and services offered.
PARAMEDIC
Orlando Health
04.2012 - 09.2013
- Deliver patient care, invasive and pharmacological interventions in Level One Trauma Center
- Responsible for patient triage, maintaining airway patency, IV access, EKG interpretations, dysthymia recognitions, orthopedic splinting applications, initiation and completion of orders and documentation, Take EMS incoming reports, receive incoming EMS patients, and assume responsibility of ER overflow patients
- Monitor cardiac rhythms for all patients within the department, responds to emergent person down within the hospital and transport to the ED
- Audit trauma charts for accuracy, ensure safety of self, staff and patients with continuous surrounding evaluations and daily equipment and supply checks.
PARAMEDIC
Health First
11.2011 - 04.2012
- Serve as the lead member of a healthcare team for a busy trauma practice
- Assist 12 MDs and 7 PAs in ensuring optimal patient care and smooth daily functioning of the office
- Collect, record and document accurate patient information, while protecting patient privacy
- Responsible for the applications of orthopedic appliances, perform phlebotomy skills, wound care and dressings, suture/staple removal, and patient triage
- Inventory and ordering of supplies needed to ensure safe and efficient operation of the office.
PARAMEDIC/STATION LIEUTENANT
Transcare
08.2001 - 11.2011
- Provided advanced and basic life support within a busy 911 system
- Fast and accurate patient assessment and advance airway management including endo-tracheal intubations, esophageal obturator airways and King airways, capnometry and CPAP
- Monitor cardiac conditions through EKG readings and 12-lead interpretations
- Performed IV access and accurate administration of drug therapy
- As Station Lieutenant, responsible for scene safety, leading crew, coordinating effectively with other agencies such as law enforcement, fire departments and volunteer emergency services.
PARAMEDIC
Chatham Rescue Squad
02.2003 - 09.2007
- Worked as a solo paramedic within a volunteer ambulance corp and provided ALS within the community
- Advanced airway management, IV therapy, EKG and 12-Lead readings, drug therapy.
EMS LIEUTENANT
Indian River County EMS
09.1996 - 11.2001
- Lead Paramedic, work out of rank as Captain overseeing countywide operations, responsible for station consisting of 2 Paramedics and 3 Firefighters
- Accurately diagnosed and quickly treated traumatized patients throughout various medical emergencies
- Successfully performed critical physical examinations and anticipated potentially life-threatening injuries
- Instituted best practices and appropriate emergency therapy needed to save lives
- Provided ALS and BLS care to all populations, including geriatric, pediatric, and psychiatric patients
- Responsible for scene safety, equipment and vehicle maintenance.
Education
PARAMEDIC CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION - Emergency Medicine
Indian River Community College
Fort Pierce, FL08.1996
Skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Critical decision-making skills
- Documentation and reporting
Accomplishments
Exemplary ratings on performance reviews, Cited for excellence in interpersonal communication, customer service, flexibility and reliability, Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with patients, family members, physicians and other medical staff, Known as a patient advocate and team player, preceptor for Dutchess Community College and Indian RIver State Paramedic program, Implemented Chatham Rescue Junior Rescue Squad, facilitated medical training, overseeing meetings, advisor for community service events, Volunteered with Pawling Fire Department
Certification
- PMD 518562
- AHA PALS Provider
- AHA ACLS Provider
- AHA BLS Provider
Timeline
PARAMEDIC
Advent Health Wesley Chapel
08.2024 - Current
FLIGHT ATTENDANT
Frontier Airlines
07.2016 - Current
PARAMEDIC
Adventhealth
04.2015 - 12.2020
CARDIAC STRESS TECHNICIAN
Digirad
05.2013 - 04.2015
PARAMEDIC
Orlando Health
04.2012 - 09.2013
PARAMEDIC
Health First
11.2011 - 04.2012
PARAMEDIC
Chatham Rescue Squad
02.2003 - 09.2007
PARAMEDIC/STATION LIEUTENANT
Transcare
08.2001 - 11.2011
EMS LIEUTENANT
Indian River County EMS
09.1996 - 11.2001
PARAMEDIC CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION - Emergency Medicine
Indian River Community College