Carla McMullan
Reno,NV
Summary
Versatile and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in highway maintenance and emergency response, notably with the State of Nevada, NDOT. Excelled in heavy equipment operation and road safety, enhancing operational efficiency by 30%. Skilled in interpersonal communication, adept at coordinating with teams and stakeholders to achieve project objectives. Hardworking Highway Maintenance Worker with experience in road repair, snow removal, and highway construction. Demonstrates strong knowledge of traffic control procedures and safety protocols. Skilled at operating heavy machinery, performing routine maintenance inspections, and effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously. Previous work contributed to improved roadway conditions and enhanced public safety. Compassionate Medical Specialist known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient care management, advanced diagnostic procedures, and emergency response. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Highway Maintenance Worker IV
State Of Nevada, NDOT
Tonopah, NV
05.2012 - 10.2024
- Cleared snow, ice and other debris from highways to maintain road safety.
- Participated in emergency response activities for incidents affecting highway safety and operability.
- Conducted surface treatments, including sealing and resealing, to extend the life of roadways.
- Engaged in continuous learning about new techniques and materials for highway maintenance.
- Followed state and federal regulations regarding highway maintenance and public safety.
- Operated heavy machinery, including graders, loaders, and backhoes, for highway construction and maintenance tasks.
- Performed preventive maintenance on vehicles and heavy equipment.
Water Truck Driver
Steamboat Services
Austin, NV
05.2010 - 05.2012
- Delivered water to construction sites, farms, and other locations as needed.
- Provided customer service support by answering questions about products and services offered.
- Communicated with customers regarding delivery schedules and special requests.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of the truck before each shift.
Combat Medical Specialist
U.S. Army Active Duty
07.1997 - 06.2004
- Monitored the condition of injured personnel in order to provide timely updates to command staff regarding their status.
- Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
- Strapped immobile or disabled patients to stretchers for easy transport to medical tent.
- Communicated with nurses and emergency service personnel to get patients immediate care.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history and details on current issues.
- Performed assessments of battlefield casualties and provided life-saving interventions as required.
- Assessed scene upon arrival for possible hazards or dangerous situations.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control standards.
- Performed CPR and used defibrillator on cardiac patients.
- Determined extent of injuries and illnesses to establish treatment priorities.
- Monitored supplies and equipment inventory and replenished promptly before another emergency call.
- Performed both emergency and routine medical procedures in high-pressure environments.
- Attended training sessions, maintained required certifications and kept current in lifesaving techniques and technologies.
- Maintained detailed reports documenting all medical treatments provided while deployed in the field.
- Maintained records of all medical supplies, medications and equipment used during field operations.
- Assisted with the evacuation of injured personnel to medical facilities for further care.
- Performed emergency medical treatment on wounded personnel in combat and non-combat environments.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
Education
Associate of Occupational Studies - Medical Assistant
Career College of Northern Nevada
Reno, NV07-2010
High School Diploma -
Galena High School
Reno, NV06-1997
Skills
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Ditch grading
- Shoulder repairs
- Safe machinery operation
- Verbal and written communication
- Snow and ice removal
- Safe equipment handling
- Work zone safety
- Emergency response support
- Traffic control management
- Heavy equipment operation
- Drainage system maintenance
- Roadway maintenance
- Traffic control
- Casualty evacuation techniques
- Pain management techniques
- Medical equipment maintenance
- Preventive medicine measures
- Advanced trauma care
- Burn treatment
- Combat stress management
- Wound dressing application
- Basic life support
- Tactical combat casualty care
- Fracture stabilization
- Communication in High-stress environments
- Emergency medical treatment
- Healthcare team collaboration
- Battlefield triage
- Hemorrhage control
Certification
- CDL Class A 2011 to present
Military Service
- Served in U.S. Army as a Medical Specialist from July 1997 to June 2004 in Iraq and Bosnia.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Highway Maintenance Worker IV
State Of Nevada, NDOT
05.2012 - 10.2024
Water Truck Driver
Steamboat Services
05.2010 - 05.2012
Combat Medical Specialist
U.S. Army Active Duty
07.1997 - 06.2004
- CDL Class A 2011 to present
Associate of Occupational Studies - Medical Assistant
Career College of Northern Nevada
High School Diploma -
Galena High School
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