Christina Ortega
514 Elgin St. Nashville,TN
Summary
Committed and loyal Paramedic offering proven history of exercising strong judgment in high-pressure situations. Skilled in patient needs assessment and critical care. Detail-oriented and compassionate. Proven to be adaptable with great critical thinking skills. I am dedicated to Sumner County EMS and display my care and compassion through each and every patient I come in contact with.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Sumner County EMS
Gallatin, TN
08.2018 - Current
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
Advanced EMT
Sumner County EMS
Gallatin, TN
07.2016 - 08.2018
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
Server
Macaroni Grill
Franklin, TN
07.2016 - 10.2016
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
- Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
Military Police Petty Officer 3rd Class
U.S. Navy Naval Air Station
El Centro, CA
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Mentored and supervised 30 personnel within unit, providing positive guidance for professional and personal development.
- Trained junior officers to develop officers into future leaders.
- Drafted messages and reports to inform leadership of current situations.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Military Police Petty Officer 3rd Class
U.S. Navy Naval Base
Santa Rita, Guam
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Responded to numerous Medical incidents and provided first responder care.
- Displayed a calm demeanor while defusing critical incidents.
- Performed safe operation of Military vehicles during emergency responses.
Naval Recruit
U.S. Naval Station
Great Lakes, IL
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Learned Leadership skills through high stress situations.
- Trained to handle high stress situations.
- Performed team oriented tasks through high stress physical evolutions.
- Learned discipline and time management skills.
Education
Emergency Medical Technician, Basic - Emergency Medical Services
Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TN2016
Master-at-Arms Security 5 Certificate - Military Police
Military Police Academy
Lackland Air Force Base2010
High School Diploma -
White House Heritage High School
White House, TN05.2008
Skills
- EMT Paramedic License
- PHTL Certified
- ACLS Certified
- PALS Certified
- CPR Certified
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Emergency Vehicle Driving- EVOC
Timeline
Paramedic
Sumner County EMS
08.2018 - Current
Advanced EMT
Sumner County EMS
07.2016 - 08.2018
Server
Macaroni Grill
07.2016 - 10.2016
Military Police Petty Officer 3rd Class
U.S. Navy Naval Air Station
01.2012 - 01.2014
Military Police Petty Officer 3rd Class
U.S. Navy Naval Base
01.2010 - 01.2012
Naval Recruit
U.S. Naval Station
01.2009 - 01.2010
Emergency Medical Technician, Basic - Emergency Medical Services
Volunteer State Community College
Master-at-Arms Security 5 Certificate - Military Police
Military Police Academy
High School Diploma -
White House Heritage High School
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