Cora Smiskey

• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
• Manage intravenous lines, wound dressings, catheters, and other medical devices.
• Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
• Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
• Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
• Assisted in training new staff members on proper nursing protocols for emergency room operations.
• Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
• Care for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
• Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
• Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
• Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
• Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits.
• Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Ensured compliance with all hospital policies, procedures, standards, and regulations.
• Delivered compassionate end-of-life care when needed according to established hospice guidelines.
• Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
• Provided education to patients regarding disease prevention and home care instructions.
• Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
• Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, social workers, family members and other healthcare providers.
• Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
• Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Casually employed as a licensed Cosmetologist

• Provide patient care for all ages
• Provide care to patient in a level 2 Trauma Center
• Respond to emergencies with in hospital as the Emergency Response team
• Provide training to new technicians
• Assist providers with splinting
• Performed interventions and procedure such as EKG, IV, cardiac monitoring, taking vital signs, uranalysis, wound care, bandaging, obtaining blood sugars, and crutch training.
• Set up and managed room carts, airway carts, and trauma carts.
• Collaborate and communicate with physicians and registered nurses to provide best care possible for patients.
• Safely transfer and transport patient using our SMART equipment

• Volunteer Fire Fighter
• First responder
• Served 2 years as the secretary, keeping monthly meeting minutes.
• Facilitated many fundraisers
• Public Education