Courtney Burns
Tulare,CA
Summary
Daisy award finalist Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Kaweah Health Hospital, skilled in BLS and ACLS. Proven ability to provide emotional support during crises while ensuring optimal patient outcomes through effective collaboration and timely interventions. Committed to enhancing patient care and fostering trust in high-pressure environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Kaweah Health Hospital
03.2021 - Current
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
- Administered appropriate medications and treatments, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for improved patient health.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaweah Health Hospital
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, ensuring safe practices were maintained throughout each encounter.
- Performed 12 lead EKG's, wound care, assisted RN
Emergency Department Technician
Kaweah Delta Medical Center
01.2009 - 01.2019
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Maintained a clean and organized emergency department, ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Applied fiberglass splints
- Perform 12 lead EKG's
- wound and ear irrigation
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Life Star Ambulance
09.2007 - 01.2009
- Increased team efficiency by collaborating with paramedics, firefighters, and other emergency personnel to provide seamless emergency care to patients.
- Operated emergency vehicle
- obtain vital signs
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
American Ambulance of Fresno
06.2006 - 11.2006
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Operated emergency vehicles safely and efficiently, adhering to traffic regulations while prioritizing the well-being of patients during transport.
- Provided basic life support interventions, such as airway management and oxygen administration, contributing to improved patient outcomes during emergency situations.
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
West Med Ambulance
01.2006 - 06.2006
- Assisted with equipment inventory checks and restocking supplies as needed, guaranteeing that all necessary tools were readily available for efficient response times.
- Assisted paramedics in advanced procedures, contributing to successful treatment outcomes for patients.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Provided basic life support interventions, such as airway management and oxygen administration, contributing to improved patient outcomes during emergency situations.
ER Technician/Mental Health Technician
Natividad Hospital
01.2006 - 06.2006
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging moments, fostering trust and open communication with healthcare providers.
- Collected vital signs accurately and consistently, allowing for timely interventions when necessary.
- Observed patients in crisis to prevent self harm.
- Obtain vital signs and assist with procedures.
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
American Medical Response, AMR
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Collaborated with emergency response teams to ensure seamless coordination and rapid transport of patients to appropriate medical facilities.
- BLS and CPR
- Obtain vital signs
- Operate emergency vehicle
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Central Coast Ambulance
06.2003 - 01.2004
- Prepared patients for transport by securing them appropriately using stretchers or other immobilization devices when necessary.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient conditions, utilizing critical thinking skills to determine optimal courses of action.
Education
Associate of Science - Registerd Nursing
San Joaquin Valley College
Visalia, CA12-2020
Associate of Science - Licensed Vocation Nurse
San Joaquin Valley College
Visalia, CA03-2018
No Degree - Certified Phlebotomy Technician Certificate
Liberty Career College
Bakersfield, CA09-2008
No Degree - EMT Basic Certification
Hartnell College
Salinas, CA06-2003
Skills
- Registerd Nurse- State of Ca
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- TNCC
- ENPC
- CPI
- MICN- Central Ca EMS
- NIHSS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Kaweah Health Hospital
03.2021 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaweah Health Hospital
01.2019 - 03.2021
Emergency Department Technician
Kaweah Delta Medical Center
01.2009 - 01.2019
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Life Star Ambulance
09.2007 - 01.2009
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
American Ambulance of Fresno
06.2006 - 11.2006
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
West Med Ambulance
01.2006 - 06.2006
ER Technician/Mental Health Technician
Natividad Hospital
01.2006 - 06.2006
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
American Medical Response, AMR
01.2004 - 01.2006
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Central Coast Ambulance
06.2003 - 01.2004
Associate of Science - Registerd Nursing
San Joaquin Valley College
Associate of Science - Licensed Vocation Nurse
San Joaquin Valley College
No Degree - Certified Phlebotomy Technician Certificate
Liberty Career College
No Degree - EMT Basic Certification
Hartnell College