Christen Buckland

• Administered basic and advanced life support and first aid in emergency situations.
• Assisted in triaging patients during high-pressure situations, ensuring timely care delivery.
• Engaged with patients to provide reassurance and gather vital health information prior to treatment.
• Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
• Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
• Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
• Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
• Operated medical equipment and tools to assist in patient care.
• Collaborated with team members to assess patient conditions effectively.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of emergency response vehicles.
• Documented patient information accurately for continuous care and reporting.
• Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge in emergency services.
• Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
• Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops to stay current on best practices in pre-hospital emergency medicine.
• Coordinated with other emergency services personnel such as police officers and firefighters during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.
• Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
• Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
• Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
• Operated electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators or bag valve mask resuscitators in advanced life support environments.
• Communicated patient information and updates to hospital staff for smooth transition.
• Provided CPR and used automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to revive patients in cardiac arrest.
• Conducted end-of-shift cleaning, sanitation and resupply of equipment to promote organized, sanitary workstation.

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