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Overview
Work History
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Christina Flaskamp

Cumberland,MD

Summary

Diligent Paramedic with solid foundation in emergency medical services with 17 years of experience. Demonstrated ability to provide critical care in high-pressure situations, ensuring patient safety and well-being. Proven track record in effective communication and quick decision-making during emergencies.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paramedic Communicator

J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital
09.2024 - Current

I assist healthcare providers across the state of West Virginia who contact MedCom by offering guidance on medical protocols and patient care. I provide clinical insight when needed and communicate relevant information to attending physicians as appropriate. Additionally, I notify Ruby of incoming transports, dispatch code alerts, and coordinate all helicopter flight notifications

Paramedic

Berkeley County Ambulance Authority
04.2023 - 06.2024

Administer emergency treatment to patients in life-threatening medical situations, conduct on-scene patient assessments to evaluate injuries and vital signs, and communicate with families and patients to identify treatments based on medical history. Provide EMS to diverse patient populations and communicate with empathy and compassion to calm patients during emergencies. Deliver pre-hospital care and perform pharmaceutical interventions Coordinate with other EMS, law enforcement, and firefighters to respond to 911 calls

SCT Paramedic

County Medical Transport
11.2020 - 04.2023

Transfer complex patients between hospitals while continuing the advanced care that was started by the sending hospital. Provide more advanced care with medications, blood productions, or ventilator support to patients during transport that require one-to-one monitoring. Transport antibiotics, pressors, blood products, ventilation support, and specialized equipment. Work closely with facility staff to ensure the best outcome for patients.

As the lead supervisor during my shift, I supported BLS crews with patient triage and provided guidance on patient care and protocols. I also addressed and resolved issues arising from hospital staff, including concerns related to transports, personnel matters, and potential complaints.

Education

Paramedic

Garrett College
Accident, MD
06-2015

High School Diploma -

Keyser High School
Keyser, WV
05-2009

Skills

  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Quality Assurance/ Quality Improvement
  • Medical Records Management
  • Mass Casualty Incident Response
  • Advanced Medical Life Support
  • Pre Hospital Trauma Life Support
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • Firefighter 1 and 2
  • Fire Officer 1 and 2
  • National Registry Paramedic
  • Paramedic WV and MD
  • Emergency Vehicle operations
  • Geriatric Educations for Emergency Medical Services

Accomplishments

  • Currently collaborating with J.W. Ruby and UPMC Genetics Department to write a care plan and protocols for patients with POTS, Ehlers Danlos and MCAS.

Certification

  • Paramedic WV and MD
  • CPR
  • ITLS
  • ACLS
  • AMLS
  • PALS
  • EVOC
  • GEMS

Timeline

Paramedic Communicator

J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital
09.2024 - Current

Paramedic

Berkeley County Ambulance Authority
04.2023 - 06.2024

SCT Paramedic

County Medical Transport
11.2020 - 04.2023

Paramedic

Garrett College

High School Diploma -

Keyser High School
Christina Flaskamp