Carol Maines
Springboro,OH
Summary
Experienced with emergency medical response, patient stabilization, and critical care. Utilizes advanced life-saving techniques for adults and pediatrics to support patient recovery. Strong understanding of critical care protocols and effective communication in high-stress environments.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Flight RN/paramedic
Miami Valley Hospital
01.2008 - Current
- Ride Along Committee
- Preceptor for New Employees
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital policies, procedures, and best practices in patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Provided skilled, timely and emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Emergency Center RN - Sycamore
Kettering Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Delivered patient care in critical and emergency situations, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Mentored and trained new nursing staff on hospital protocols and best practices in patient care delivery.
- Monitored vital signs and health status, promptly addressing changes to optimize patient recovery processes.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and post-discharge instructions to promote understanding.
Special Topics Instructor EMS Department
Warren County Career Center
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Special Topics- Pediatrics, geriatrics, triage, trauma, and skills
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments and provided constructive feedback.
Emergency Trauma Center RN
Miami Valley Hospital
01.1996 - 01.2006
- Education Committee Member
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses, adjusting care as needed for optimal outcomes.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
EMT-Paramedic
Clearcreek Township Fire
01.1997 - 01.2003
- Responded swiftly to emergency calls, providing critical pre-hospital care and support.
- Administered life-saving interventions and maintained patient stability during transport.
- Maintained compliance with state regulations and standards for emergency medical services.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
Education
NP Skills Made Easy Workshop - Suturing, I&D, Toenail removal, Splinting and casting, Coding
07.2025
Master of Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Cedarville University
Cedarville, OH01.2019
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Wright State University
Fairborn, Ohio01.2006
EMT- Paramedic -
Clark State Community College
Springfield, OH01.2000
A.S. Nursing -
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, Ohio01.1998
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Critical care
- Precepting
- High level of autonomy
- Emergency procedures
- Emergency care
Accomplishments
- Patient Care - Deliver compassionate care in prehospital and hospital settings. Successfully provide quality care to critically ill or injured patients in high stress environment.
Affiliations
- Emergency Nurses Association 2012-2016
- Air and Surface Transport Nurses Assoc. 2018-present
- American Association of Nurse of Nurse Practitioners 2025-present
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Certified Emergency Nurse
- Paramedic- Ohio
- APRN, ACLS, BLS, PALS, EMT-P, NRP, ITLS, ATLS-audit
Timeline
Flight RN/paramedic
Miami Valley Hospital
01.2008 - Current
Emergency Center RN - Sycamore
Kettering Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2008
Special Topics Instructor EMS Department
Warren County Career Center
01.2005 - 01.2008
EMT-Paramedic
Clearcreek Township Fire
01.1997 - 01.2003
Emergency Trauma Center RN
Miami Valley Hospital
01.1996 - 01.2006
NP Skills Made Easy Workshop - Suturing, I&D, Toenail removal, Splinting and casting, Coding
Master of Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Cedarville University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Wright State University
EMT- Paramedic -
Clark State Community College
A.S. Nursing -
Sinclair Community College
Awards
Careflight Employee of the Month Nov 2024