Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Timeline

Barb Lawson

Living Rhythms CPR
Federal Way
2021
years of professional experience

Dynamic CPR Instructor and former Paramedic at New Jersey Pennsylvania Delaware, skilled in advanced life support and effective communication. Successfully enhanced student outcomes through engaging training sessions and meticulous evaluation, fostering a culture of safety and preparedness. Proven ability to mentor and develop curriculum, ensuring high standards in lifesaving education.

Work History

CPR Instructor

Living Rhythms CPR | 2021 - 01.2021
  • Conducted training sessions covering lifesaving skills for adults, children, and infants.
  • Demonstrated proper compression depth, rescue breaths, and airway techniques during hands-on sessions.
  • Prepared classroom materials, manikins, AED trainers, and course supplies before each training.
  • Evaluated student performance during skills checks and corrected technique for certification readiness.

Paramedic

10 Years 6 Months
New Jersey Pennsylvania Delaware | 06.1978 - 12.1988
  • Assessed patients rapidly, delivered advanced life support, and prioritized critical interventions during emergency transports.
  • Operated cardiac monitors, defibrillators, and airway equipment to stabilize patients in field and transport settings.
  • Documented accurate electronic patient care reports, ensuring complete clinical records and compliant handoff communication.

Education

High School Diploma

Piner High | Philo, CA

- Paramedic And Emergency Medicine

Pennsylvania State University | University Park, PA | 06.1975

Skills

First aid training
Safety protocols
Advanced cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Emergency medical response
Airway management
Automated external defibrillator
Classroom instruction
Pediatric life support
Oxygen administration
Video presentations
First aid and CPR
CPR and AED
Anatomy and physiology
Multitasking
Time management
Attention to detail
Teamwork and collaboration
Interpersonal communication
Excellent communication
Medical terminology
Decision-making
Organizational skills
Problem-solving
Supervising students
Pharmacology
Completing physical assessments
Small group instruction
Managing simulation equipment
Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
Clinical supervision
Prehospital trauma life support
Student outcomes management
Mentoring proficiency
Curriculum development
Faculty collaboration
Learning management systems
Active listening
Quality assurance maintenance
Prehospital trauma life support (PHTLS)
Internship oversight
Public speaking
Multitasking Abilities
Written communication
Coordinating student schedules
Task prioritization
Team building
Student precepting
Academic advisement
Analytical thinking
Relationship building
Teamwork
Disease prevention strategies
Problem-solving abilities
Reliability
Team collaboration
Classroom management
Effective communication
Adaptability and flexibility
Professional development planning
Self motivation
Interpersonal skills
Goal setting
Professionalism
Educational leadership
Student mentoring
Time management abilities
Continuous improvement
Academic research
Adaptability
Course planning
Lesson plan development
Professional demeanor
Problem-solving aptitude
Student evaluation
Academic advising
Medical equipment operation
Analytical skills
Instructional design
Health program evaluation
Course material preparation
Administering student records
Hands-on clinical instruction
Patient care management
Developing lesson plans
Advanced anatomy knowledge
Educational program management
Online learning platforms
Evaluating student performance
Developing curriculum
Operating simulation equipment
Human anatomy and physiology
Advising students
Course lectures

Additional Information

I am a instructor trainer as well

I have a level 2 instructor Stop the Bleed with the Dept of Defrnce

Timeline

Paramedic

New Jersey Pennsylvania Delaware
06.1978 - 12.1988Read More

CPR Instructor

Living Rhythms CPR
2021 - 01.2021Read More

Piner High

High School Diploma
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Pennsylvania State University

from Paramedic And Emergency Medicine
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Barb Lawson