Colleen Thompson-Morchinek
Stillwater,MN
Summary
Experienced Critical Care Paramedic with advanced life support, BLS, PALS, and telemetry certification. Skilled in rapid emergency response, patient stabilization, accurate documentation, and safe transport in high-acuity settings.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Regions EMS Event Medicine
HealthPartners
Oakdale, MN
10.2022 - Current
- Responded swiftly to medical emergencies, enhancing health outcomes through prompt action.
- Assessed emergency situations, prioritizing critical medical care to ensure timely intervention for patients.
- Documented patient care in detailed reports, facilitating clear communication with supervisors.
Research Paramedic
Nucleus Network
St. Paul, MN
02.2022 - 10.2026
- Facilitated clinical trial visits and procedures for participants at Nucleus Network, ensuring adherence to research protocols.
- Performed vital signs, ECG readings, and medical histories to accurately assess participant eligibility for research studies.
- Responded to medical emergencies and assisted with participant stabilization during clinic assessments.
- Prepared emergency equipment, medications, and resuscitation supplies for clinical areas.
- Recorded assessments, observations, and treatment actions in study records to maintain comprehensive participant data.
Critical Care Paramedic
Lakeview Hospital (Healthpartners)
Stillwater, Minnesota
04.1989 - 04.2022
- Delivered advanced prehospital care during emergency calls to stabilize patients and facilitate timely interventions.
- Managed ventilator support, cardiac monitoring, and IV therapy during patient transport to ensure optimal clinical outcomes.
- Safely transported patients from accident scenes or hospital settings to medical facilities, ensuring continuity of care.
Certified Medical Assistant
St. Croix Valley Pediatrics (No longer an entity)
Stillwater, MN
04.1987 - 02.1992
- Prepared exam rooms, ensuring readiness for well visits, sick visits, and immunization appointments to enhance patient experience.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, and wound dressings according to physician instructions, ensuring adherence to care protocols.
- Administered immunizations and performed point-of-care tests under provider direction.
- Coordinated telephone messages and appointment scheduling, facilitating effective parent follow-up communication to improve patient engagement.
Education
Critical Care Paramedic Endorsement - Critical Care Paramedic
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WI01-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Management And Communicatioons
Concordia University
Saint Paul, MN05-2006
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic
Century College
White Bear Lake, MN04-1991
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College
New Richmond, WI01-1984
Skills
- Nationally Registered Paramedic
- Wisconsin Paramedic with Critical Care Endorsement
- Certified Medial Assistant
- Advanced life support
- PALS Certified
- BLS Certification
- Telemetry Certified
- EMSRB
Timeline
Regions EMS Event Medicine
HealthPartners
10.2022 - Current
Research Paramedic
Nucleus Network
02.2022 - 10.2026
Critical Care Paramedic
Lakeview Hospital (Healthpartners)
04.1989 - 04.2022
Certified Medical Assistant
St. Croix Valley Pediatrics (No longer an entity)
04.1987 - 02.1992
Critical Care Paramedic Endorsement - Critical Care Paramedic
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Management And Communicatioons
Concordia University
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic
Century College
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College