Christina Tarantino
Lyndhurst
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Paramedic with extensive experience at University Hospitals of Cleveland. Proven interpersonal skills fostering effective communication with patients and families ensuring high-quality care in critical situations. Committed to excellence in emergency medical services, patient outcomes, and strong team dynamics.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
University Hospitals of Cleveland
02.2019 - Current
- Administered medications via IV, IO, and IM to volumes
- IV, IO placement
- Zoll/Lifepack operation
- Triaged by communicating with patients, bystanders, and family members
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS)
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Conducted equipment checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Critical Care Paramedic
University Hospitals of Cleveland
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Intubation
- Medication mixing and administration
- Provided ACLS, PALS, and NRP advanced provider care
- ECMO transport
- Truck equipment checks and restocking
- Driving ambulance with lights and sirens safely and effectively
Education
No Degree - Paramedicine
Lakeland Community College
Willoughby, OH01-2018
No Degree - EMT-Basic
Lakeland Community College
Willoughby, OH08-2016
High School Diploma -
Lake Catholic High School
Mentor, OH05-2012
Skills
- ACLS, PALS
- IV placement and management
- Pacing, cardioversion, defibrillation
- Intubation
- Medication administration
- Interpersonal skills developed through living over seas, several years of volunteering over seas, and seven years experience working with the residents of the city of Cleveland in a Level 1 Trauma Center
Accomplishments
- Five time winner of Excellent Preceptor awarded by the Naval Department of Medicine on behalf of Navy Corpsman HMTT classes
- One time winner Paramedic of the Year by graduating resident class
Certification
- Paramedic
- ACLS
- PALS
- TECC Tactical Paramedic
Timeline
Critical Care Paramedic
University Hospitals of Cleveland
01.2021 - 01.2022
Paramedic
University Hospitals of Cleveland
02.2019 - Current
No Degree - Paramedicine
Lakeland Community College
No Degree - EMT-Basic
Lakeland Community College
High School Diploma -
Lake Catholic High School
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