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Brett Rinehart

Manchester,CT

Summary

Critical Care RN with well-developed interpersonal skills and strong fundamentals foundation seeking to bring acquired knowledge into a fast-paced, patient-centered environment. Proven ability to perform in stressful situations while remaining professional, upbeat and empathetic. Open-minded and eager for new challenges and to continue learning, as well as assisting others in continuing to learn.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse -Critical Care Suites (ICU)

Manchester Memorial Hospital
Manchester, Connecticut
07.2021 - Current
  • Provided critical care treatments and assessments for intubated patients on ventilators. Managed multiple complex medication infusions and titrations.
  • Worked closely with providers to ensure the placement of invasive lines for hemodynamic monitoring and maintenance of central vascular catheters and arterial lines
  • Facilitated training sessions for staff on how to operate the EZ-IO, Life Pak monitor, and yearly continuing education
  • Played a vital role as a charge nurse and preceptor, facilitating the integration of newly hired nurses
  • Received training and achieved proficiency in ultrasound-guided IV placement..
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.

Paramedic -Emergency Department

Rockville General Hospital
Rockville, Connecticut
01.2020 - 07.2021
  • Utilized ENA ESI triage protocols to efficiently assess and prioritize incoming patients
  • Performed initial patient assessment and provided SBAR handoff to Nurse.
  • Coordinated with charge nurse to efficiently manage and assign rooms based on department need and volume
  • Performed 12-lead EKG's, initiated peripheral IV's, and collected lab specimens.

ALS Instructor

Code One Training Solutions
East Hartford, Connecticut
07.2016 - 06.2020
  • Led 1-2 ACLS classes weekly and conducted 1 PALS class monthly.
  • Conducted lectures on cardiac conditions, traumatic injuries, and emergency procedures for multiple EMT courses
  • Assisted in overseeing student skill labs as EMS-I.
  • Determined student competence through practical evaluations.

Firefighter/Paramedic

Hamden Fire Department
Hamden, Connecticut
10.2010 - 06.2017
  • Directed and delivered advanced level emergency medical care.
  • Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
  • Conducted interior firefighting operations and provided assistance on the fire ground.
  • Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
  • Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.

Paramedic (Part-time)

American Medical Response
New Haven, Connecticut
05.2011 - 05.2013
  • Directed and provided advanced level emergency medical care (IV, EKG, Intubation)
  • Provided safe transport to receiving hospitals and between facilities
  • Management of emergency scenes and other emergency responders.

Firefighter/Paramedic

Ridgefield Fire Department
Ridgefield, Connecticut
07.2008 - 11.2010
  • Directed and delivered advanced level emergency medical care.
  • Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
  • Conducted interior firefighting operations and provided assistance on the fire ground.
  • Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
  • Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.

Paramedic

American Medical Response
West Hartford, Connecticut
06.2005 - 09.2008
  • Directed and provided advanced level emergency medical care (IV, EKG, Intubation)
  • Provided safe transport to receiving hospitals and between facilities
  • Management of emergency scenes and other emergency responders.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT
05-2023

Associates in Science of Nursing -

Capital Community College
Hartford, CT
05-2021

Science Prerequisites -

Capital Community College
Hartford, CT
05-2019

Paramedic Training Program -

Hartford Hospital Paramedic Program
Hartford, CT
01-2006

Skills

  • Ultrasound Guided IV's
  • EZ-IO placement
  • Visual Basic and Java programming
  • Problem solving with critical thinking
  • Rapid Sequence Intubation
  • Needle Cricothyrotomy
  • Employee management
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Project and resource management
  • Performing SBAR hand-offs
  • Conflict resolution

Certification

  • Registered Nurse
  • CT Department of Public Health
  • Paramedic
  • National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
  • BLS/ACLS/PALS Instructor Certification
  • American Heart Association

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse -Critical Care Suites (ICU)

Manchester Memorial Hospital
07.2021 - Current

Paramedic -Emergency Department

Rockville General Hospital
01.2020 - 07.2021

ALS Instructor

Code One Training Solutions
07.2016 - 06.2020

Paramedic (Part-time)

American Medical Response
05.2011 - 05.2013

Firefighter/Paramedic

Hamden Fire Department
10.2010 - 06.2017

Firefighter/Paramedic

Ridgefield Fire Department
07.2008 - 11.2010

Paramedic

American Medical Response
06.2005 - 09.2008

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Central Connecticut State University

Associates in Science of Nursing -

Capital Community College

Science Prerequisites -

Capital Community College

Paramedic Training Program -

Hartford Hospital Paramedic Program
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