CATHRINE HOLBROOK
Saint Charles,MO
Summary
Dynamic Paramedic with extensive experience at St. Louis Fire Department, excelling in advanced life support and critical decision-making. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through timely interventions and effective triaging. Committed to continuous improvement and safety protocols in high-pressure environments, ensuring optimal care during emergencies.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
City Of Berkeley
Berkeley, MO
10.2025 - Current
- Assessed patients and identified urgent medical needs at scene.
- Administered medications and emergency treatments under department protocols.
- Responded to fire department emergency calls with advanced life support care.
Paramedic
St. Louis Fire Department
St Louis, MO
01.2025 - 10.2025
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Provided compassionate care for patients experiencing medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress, ensuring their comfort and safety.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Worked en route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Accurately documented patient care using electronic medical records software, adhering to regulatory guidelines for billing and contributing to continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Emergency Medical Technician
Abbott
St Louis, MO
04.2022 - 01.2025
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Assessed patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions.
- Participated in training sessions, workshops, and conferences to enhance skills and stay current on industry best practices, improving overall patient care quality.
- Enhanced equipment readiness by rigorously inspecting, maintaining, and restocking ambulance supplies and tools.
Education
GED -
Saint Charles Community College
Saint Charles, MOSkills
- Advanced cardiac support
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Triage
- Emergency management
- Mass casualty response
- Scene safety assessment
- Safety protocols
- Documentation
- Decision-making
Certification
- Paramedic
- CPR Training
- ITLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- BLS
- PHTLS
Timeline
Paramedic
City Of Berkeley
10.2025 - Current
Paramedic
St. Louis Fire Department
01.2025 - 10.2025
Emergency Medical Technician
Abbott
04.2022 - 01.2025
GED -
Saint Charles Community College