Antonia Coschignano
Orlando
Summary
Detail-oriented Graduate Nurse (RN) leveraging a strong background as an ER and Firefighter Paramedic to deliver exceptional, high-focus patient care. Proven ability to anticipate physician needs, maintain absolute composure in high-acuity situations, and manage complex clinical environments. Adept at strict patient advocacy, safety protocols, and collaborative teamwork. Eager to transition sharp clinical judgment and rapid-response experience into a dedicated RN role.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
AdventHealth
Apopka, FL
05.2024 - Current
- Administered emergency medical care, including advanced life support procedures and triage assessments.
- Trained new paramedics on standard operating procedures and best practices in emergency response situations.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
- Implemented safety protocols during emergency response operations to minimize risks and improve outcomes.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records to maintain compliance and facilitate communication.
Firefighter Paramedic
Lake County Fire Rescue
Tavares, FL
10.2020 - 05.2024
- Responded to emergency calls, providing effective fire suppression and rescue operations.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and other emergency services during large-scale emergencies for coordinated response efforts.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Managed challenging or combative patients using de-escalation techniques and appropriate physical restraints when necessary, prioritizing safety for both the patient and medical team.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
Emergency Medical Technician
Affordable Transport Inc
Lakeland, FL
11.2019 - 10.2020
- Operated medical equipment, including defibrillators and oxygen delivery systems.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for compliance purposes.
- Conducted safety checks on ambulances to ensure operational readiness and reliability.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Winter Park, FL08-2026
Paramedic License -
Lake Technical College
Eustis07-2023
Communication Sciences And Disorders
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FLSkills
- Documentation and reporting
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
- IV insertion
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Medication administration
- Vital sign assessment
- Patient examination
- Safety protocols
- Mass casualty incident response
- Care plan adherence
Certification
- Paramedic
- Ultrasound IV
- PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- PALS
- ALS
- BLS
- Firefighter Minimum Standards
Timeline
Paramedic
AdventHealth
05.2024 - Current
Firefighter Paramedic
Lake County Fire Rescue
10.2020 - 05.2024
Emergency Medical Technician
Affordable Transport Inc
11.2019 - 10.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Paramedic License -
Lake Technical College
Communication Sciences And Disorders
University of Central Florida