Craig Foster
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse and Paramedic with a proven track record at Harrison County Community Hospital and NTA Ambulance District, excelling in emergency care and trauma nursing. Demonstrated ability to improve patient outcomes through expert airway management and effective problem-solving. Skilled in fostering teamwork and efficient time management in high-pressure environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Harrison County Community Hospital
09.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
Paramedic
Atchison Holt Ambulance District
02.2015 - 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.
Paramedic
NTA Ambulance District
11.2011 - 02.2016
- 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.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
North Central Missouri College
Trenton, MO05.2022
Skills
- Emergency Care
- Trauma Nursing
- Airway Management
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
- Student Precepting
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
Affiliations
- Emergency Nurse Association
- Society of Trauma Nurses
Certification
- Certified Emergency Nurse, BCEN - 2023
- TNCC Course Director, ENA - 2024
- ENPC Course Director, ENA - 2024
- Advanced Trauma Care Nursing, STN - 2024
- FEMA/CDP HERT Instructor - 2023
- ENA "ED Nurse Leadership Pathway" - 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Harrison County Community Hospital
09.2021 - Current
Paramedic
Atchison Holt Ambulance District
02.2015 - Current
Paramedic
NTA Ambulance District
11.2011 - 02.2016
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
North Central Missouri College
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