April Peterson
New River,AZ
Summary
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Confined Space Saftey Attended
Life Rescue
Anacortes, Washington
02.2009 - 04.2009
- Maintained detailed records of all activities related to working in a confined space environment.
- Worked closely with supervisors to ensure compliance with government regulations pertaining to working in an enclosed area.
- Implemented safety measures designed to reduce risks associated with performing work inside an enclosed area.
- Inspected ladders, scaffolding and other structures used to enter and exit from enclosed areas.
- Monitored atmospheric conditions within a confined space using specialized equipment such as gas detectors, oxygen monitors.
- Developed emergency response plans for hazardous materials or medical emergencies that may occur while working in a confined space environment.
Emergency Medical Technician
Whatcom County District 3
Lynden, WA
05.2003 - 02.2005
- Communicated effectively with physicians and hospital personnel regarding patient's condition during transport process.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public, and first responders safe.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
- Administered first aid treatment or life support in prehospital settings.
- Positioned patients in preparation for treatment and transport.
- Operated ambulance to and from scenes and emergency facilities, responding to dispatch calls for emergent medical assistance.
- Provided on-scene treatments such as administering oxygen therapy and splinting fractures.
Firefighter
Whatcom County District 3
Lynden, WA
02.2003 - 02.2005
- Evaluated incident scenes for possible victims requiring medical attention or evacuation assistance.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Prepared detailed reports concerning all activities at emergency scenes.
- Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies such as heart attacks or stroke victims.
Health Care Assistant
Hedrick Home Healthcare
Lynden, Washington
02.1998 - 08.2003
- Maintained a clean work environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Performed routine tests, such as blood glucose monitoring, height and weight measurements and vision screenings.
- Checked vital signs regularly including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
- Facilitated patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
- Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to nursing staff promptly.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Assisted nursing staff in providing basic patient care, such as taking vital signs and administering medications.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Administered medications orally or topically as prescribed by physician.
Education
EMT - Emergency Medicine
Bellingham Technical College
Bellingham, WA03-2003
GED -
Bellingham Technical College
Bellingham, WA01-1993
Timeline
Confined Space Saftey Attended
Life Rescue
02.2009 - 04.2009
Emergency Medical Technician
Whatcom County District 3
05.2003 - 02.2005
Firefighter
Whatcom County District 3
02.2003 - 02.2005
Health Care Assistant
Hedrick Home Healthcare
02.1998 - 08.2003
EMT - Emergency Medicine
Bellingham Technical College
GED -
Bellingham Technical College