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Catherine Nelson

Helena,MT

Summary

Experienced paramedic with proven expertise in advanced life support, airway management, and patient assessments. Committed to delivering high-quality emergency care and mentoring junior staff.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

School Health Aide

St Andrew Catholic School
Helena, MT
01.2022 - Current
  • Administered first aid and health screenings for students, ensuring prompt care and compliance with health regulations.
  • Collaborated with teachers and staff to develop wellness programs promoting student health and safety.
  • Maintained accurate health records, tracking immunizations, medications, and health assessments for all students.
  • Educated students on hygiene practices and healthy lifestyle choices, fostering a culture of wellness within the school community.
  • Coordinated with parents regarding student health concerns, providing support and resources as needed.
  • Implemented emergency response procedures during medical incidents, ensuring student safety and effective communication with emergency services.
  • Conducted regular evaluations of school health policies, recommending improvements to align with current guidelines and best practices.

Reunion and Travel Coordinator

Montana Hope Project
Helena, MT
01.2013 - Current

Facilitated comprehensive travel logistics for wish families in Montana to ensure seamless experiences.

Work within budget for all wishes.

Coordinate with facilities to host a 400-500 people for the weekend.

This includes rooming, meals and activities. We have two reunions a year.

Paramedic

American Medical Response, AMR
Billings, MT
07.1998 - 03.2013
  • Administered advanced life support and emergency care in critical situations.
  • Coordinated patient transport logistics with healthcare facilities for optimal care delivery.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient assessment and treatment.
  • Mentored junior paramedics on best practices in patient management and emergency response protocols.
  • Led community outreach programs to educate public on emergency preparedness and health safety.
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.

Education

Associate of Science - Paramedicine

City College Montana State University Billings
Billings, MT

Skills

  • Documentation and reporting
  • Advanced life support
  • Critical decision-making skills
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient management
  • Intubation
  • Patient assessments
  • IV insertion
  • Airway management
  • Intravenous therapy

Timeline

School Health Aide

St Andrew Catholic School
01.2022 - Current

Reunion and Travel Coordinator

Montana Hope Project
01.2013 - Current

Paramedic

American Medical Response, AMR
07.1998 - 03.2013

Associate of Science - Paramedicine

City College Montana State University Billings
Catherine Nelson