Christine Haavistola
Mount Wolf,PA
Summary
Dedicated professional bringing several years of excellent performance in medical roles. Offers unwavering work ethic and dedication to patient care. Industrious and focused on continuous professional development.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Manager
Haavistola Household
Mount Wolf, PA
05.2003 - Current
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Took time away from professional career to raise three young children and manage household.
EMT-Basic
Lancaster Emergency Medical Services
Lancaster, PA
12.2001 - 05.2003
- Conducted regular ambulance checks to ensure proper functioning of equipment.
- Operated ambulances safely under emergency conditions while following all traffic laws.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care treatments and transport information.
- Performed CPR, splinting of fractures, wound treatment and other life saving measures.
- Loaded stretchers onto ambulances according to safety protocols and secured them properly before transport.
- Responded quickly to 911 calls for medical assistance within designated service area.
- Communicated effectively with hospital staff upon arrival at the destination facility.
- Positioned patients in preparation for treatment and transport.
- Assessed scene upon arrival for possible hazards or dangerous situations.
- Calmed patients by carefully explaining each step and remaining composed.
- Reported infectious disease cases to appropriate medical authorities.
- Loaded and transported patients from hospitals to rehab centers or other medical facilities.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history and details on current issues.
- Bandaged wounds and determined necessity for stitches or sutures.
- Explained medical terminology in non-complex terms o patients.
- Performed CPR and used defibrillator on cardiac patients.
- Suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
- Collaborated with medical personnel to quickly treat and transport patients.
- Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
- Monitored and replenished ambulance supplies, maintaining well-stocked inventory and properly functioning equipment.
- Cleaned and sanitized ambulance and supplies between calls.
- Observed, recorded and reported patients' condition or injury and treatment provided.
- Communicated with dispatchers or treatment center personnel to exchange information and arrange patient intake.
- Administered first aid treatment or life support in prehospital settings.
- Collaborated with team members and other first responders, ensuring consistent communication to maintain order and efficient care delivery.
- Evaluated illnesses or injuries to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
- Operated ambulance to and from scenes and emergency facilities, responding to dispatch calls for emergent medical assistance.
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
- Asked patients questions about over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drug activity to identify side effects or signs of overdose.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public, and first responders safe.
- Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety of first responders.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
- Trained new hires by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
- Evaluated patients at accident scenes to screen, assess and treat significant injuries.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
- Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Assisted paramedics in more advanced procedures such as intubation or administering medication intravenously.
- Managed airway maintenance, oxygen delivery and suctioning procedures.
- Coordinated with other EMTs on scene to ensure safe and efficient patient transport.
- Collaborated with fire department personnel for search and rescue operations.
- Educated patients on how to prevent injuries or illnesses through lifestyle changes.
- Attended weekly meetings with supervisors to discuss cases, protocols, policies.
- Assisted with patient assessments, such as measuring vital signs and assessing conditions.
- Administered medications per physician instructions or protocol guidelines.
- Monitored patient condition during transit and provided appropriate medical attention as needed.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay current on best practices in EMS care.
- Provided emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Reported abnormal changes in patient's physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff for re-evaluation.
- Transported patients safely to minimize discomfort and prevent further injury.
- Took vital signs and blood pressure to observe patient's condition and prepare appropriate resources and medical procedures.
- Collaborated with emergency services and public safety personnel to expedite rescue process, increasing chances of survival for patients.
- Decontaminated ambulance's interior after exposure to contagious disease to prevent transmission.
- Complied with regulations in handling deceased by notifying authorities and arranging protection of property and evidence.
- Replaced linens and blankets and restocked supplies in ambulance to prepare team for next service.
- Worked closely with accepting hospitals to relay patients' vitals and fill out patient reports.
- Documented patient information, condition and treatment while protecting confidentiality and patient rights.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate medical assistance and transportation to medical facility.
- Determined nature and extent of injury or medical condition to establish priorities for emergency care.
- Oversaw inventory of medical supplies to maintain availability and eliminate unnecessary expenses.
- Cleaned and sanitized vehicles and medical equipment to comply with safety and health protocols.
- Administered medications and life-saving treatment under supervision of paramedics.
- Assessed patient condition to administer first-aid treatment or advanced level life support.
- Documented patient condition and treatment to facilitate plan of care.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
- Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
- Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.
CNA
St Joseph Hospital
Lancaster, PA
09.1999 - 09.2001
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
CNA
Masonic Home
Elizabethtown, PA
08.1997 - 09.1999
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
American Military University
Charles Town, WV02-2017
Skills
- Medical emergencies
- Airway Management
- Clinical Documentation
- Medical Records Management
- Specimen Collection
- Documentation expert
- Bedside manner
- Reliable transportation
- Adaptable
- Safety Precautions
- Quick problem solver
- Patient Management
- Pediatric Care
- Valid PA driver's license
- HIPAA Compliance
- Understands medical procedures
- Collecting vital signs
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Performing patient intakes
- Compassionate
- Database Administration
- Outpatient Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Infection control procedures
- Indirect Patient Care
- Patient-focused care
- Quality Assurance
- Collecting specimens
- Patient Relations
- Direct Patient Care
- Electronic Charting
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Compassionate communication
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Compassion and Empathy
- Basic Life Support
- Self-Directed
- Problem-Solving
- Planning
- Critical Thinking
- Troubleshooting
- Analytical Thinking
- Organization
Self Description
- Dedicated mother of three.
- Hard working and goal oriented.
- Compassionate and caring people person.
- Loves medicine and helping those in their time of need.
Timeline
Home Manager
Haavistola Household
05.2003 - Current
EMT-Basic
Lancaster Emergency Medical Services
12.2001 - 05.2003
CNA
St Joseph Hospital
09.1999 - 09.2001
CNA
Masonic Home
08.1997 - 09.1999
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
American Military University
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