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CHRYSTAL OBRIEN

Pine Bush,NY

Summary

Adaptable emergency and daily routine medical provider with over 10 years of experience applying exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills. Effectively assessed patients and performed life-saving treatments and procedures. Repeatedly acknowledged for critical patient assessment and demonstrating exceptional healthcare performance.

Hardworking and reliable , with strong ability in team building and patient care, and overall safety. Offering exceptional organizational skills and motivation. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.

Outgoing employee pursuing flexible full time employment. Do not mind weekend and evening shift options.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience

Work History

Paramedic and Shift Supervisor

Emstar
08.2015 - Current
  • 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.
  • Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
  • Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
  • Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
  • Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
  • Assisted in training new paramedics by serving as a preceptor and sharing clinical expertise during ridealongs.
  • 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.
  • Promoted health equity within the community by offering culturally sensitive care to diverse populations while respecting individual preferences or needs.

Direct Support Professional

Acces for Supports for Living
01.2022 - 06.2025
  • Operated under the mandates and procedures of OWPDD & Justice Center.
  • Encouraged communication & social skills, safety and identifying potential hazards of safety, independent living skills, ADL's and hygiene skills, conflict & resolution, and cooking and healthy living skills.
  • Provided assistance to the people we support in the objective of volunteering work, facilitating opportunities to volunteer in their community, and the objective of volunteer.
  • Provided transportation to activities out in the community, and medical appointments
  • Daily programming, billing for goals, monthly summaries.
  • Establishing and maintaining Staff Action Plans, life plans, and POMS interviews
  • Facilitating art & craft groups, money management groups, peer advocacy groups, Rights of the people we support groups, role-playing for individual skills, i.e. conflict & resolution, healthy eating and planning groups, academic skills, and basic first aid in the home skills.
  • Providing any Physical assistance and motivation.
  • Staff meetings.
  • Working with the Behavioral Specialist's for the people we support, i.e. implementation of behavioral plans.
  • Distribution of medications that are prescribed, controlled monitoring & a.m., pdn, & hs counts and documentation, bm monitoring, fluid intake monitoring glucose testing and monitoring, and working with the assigned RN to the program to ensure doctor's orders are followed, reordering and fulfilling medication scripts.
  • Ongoing OWPDD and Justice Center mandated training and education.
  • Ensuring daily goals are met for the people we support.
  • Working and maintaining staff relationships to ensure we are providing the best care of the people we support.
  • Providing safety to the people we support as a first priority.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
  • Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
  • Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
  • Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
  • Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
  • Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
  • Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Advocated for clients'' rights within the broader community, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
  • Organized recreational events that encouraged relationship building among clients and increased their sense of belonging within the group home setting.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
  • Trained new staff on best practices in direct support, elevating overall quality of care provided.
  • Enhanced communication skills of non-verbal clients using alternative communication devices.
  • Managed crisis situations effectively, maintaining calm and ensuring safety of clients and staff.

NYS Certified Nursing Assistant

Unlimited Care LLC Agency
02.2012 - 04.2015
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in the EMR system.
  • Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
  • Took patients vitals, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented vital signs and weight of patients.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care.
  • Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
  • Managed supplies and restocked inventory to promote optimal availability for patient care.
  • Documented nursing assessments, treatments and follow-up care to maintain patient safety and optimize workflow.
  • Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.

State Trooper

NYSPP
08.1982 - 12.2012
  • Exercised sound judgment under high-pressure situations, making critical decisions that protected lives and property.
  • Promoted positive image of the department by maintaining a high level of professionalism and integrity in all interactions with the public.
  • Supported successful investigations by meticulously collecting, preserving, and documenting evidence in accordance with established procedures.
  • Served as a mentor to new recruits, sharing knowledge of department protocols and providing guidance during field training exercises.
  • Testified in court proceedings, presenting accurate facts and evidence to assist in the prosecution of offenders.
  • Directed suspects on field sobriety tests and performed tests using portable sobriety equipment.
  • Conducted investigations into Illegal drugs trade, gun trafficking and organized crime.

Education

NYS - Paramedicine

Mobile Life Support
New Windsor, NY
08.2015

USA & NYS DOH Emergency Paramedic. - AED, CPR, FIRST RESPONDER, AND CEVO CERTIFIED

Mobile Life Support
New Windsor, NY
06.2020

Cerification - CNA

State of NY University
Middletown, NY
07.2012

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

SUNY College At New Paltz
New Paltz, NY
05.1986

Skills

  • IV fluid replacement
  • Medical data acquisition
  • Ambulance transport
  • Respiratory care assessment
  • Critical decision-making skills
  • Patient evaluations
  • Quality assurance controls
  • CPR and First Aid
  • Scene assessments
  • Emergency management
  • Medication administration
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Organizational skills
  • Decision-making
  • Flexible
  • Troubleshooting
  • Vital sign assessment
  • Field patient assessments
  • Team building

Websites

Languages

Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Acces for Supports for Living
01.2022 - 06.2025

Paramedic and Shift Supervisor

Emstar
08.2015 - Current

NYS Certified Nursing Assistant

Unlimited Care LLC Agency
02.2012 - 04.2015

State Trooper

NYSPP
08.1982 - 12.2012

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

SUNY College At New Paltz

NYS - Paramedicine

Mobile Life Support

USA & NYS DOH Emergency Paramedic. - AED, CPR, FIRST RESPONDER, AND CEVO CERTIFIED

Mobile Life Support

Cerification - CNA

State of NY University

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