Deanna Wiener-Hawkins
Bloomington,IN
Summary
Dynamic EMS Clinical Educator with a proven track record at IU Health Lifeline, specializing in simulation training and interprofessional collaboration. Successfully developed innovative educational programs that enhanced patient care and improved staff competencies. Committed to quality improvement and mentoring, fostering a culture of continuous learning in clinical settings.
Healthcare professional with rich background in clinical education, effectively designing and implementing educational programs for healthcare teams. Known for fostering collaborative environment that enhances learning and professional development. Equipped with strong communication and instructional skills, adaptable to dynamic healthcare settings.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMS Clinical Educator-Program Director
IU Health Lifeline
02.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented educational programs for clinical staff to enhance patient care practices.
- Conducted training sessions on emergency medical protocols to improve response times and team readiness.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create best practice guidelines for clinical operations.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through assessments, ensuring continuous improvement in educational offerings.
- Mentored new educators on instructional techniques and program development strategies for clinical training initiatives.
- Utilized simulation technology to enhance hands-on learning experiences for healthcare professionals.
- Facilitated workshops focused on communication skills and teamwork among clinical staff members.
- Implemented innovative teaching techniques, such as simulation-based learning, to improve overall understanding of complex medical concepts.
- Managed budgets and resources for the clinical education department, ensuring cost-effective allocation of funds to support program goals.
- Maintained regulatory compliance by ensuring adherence to industry standards and guidelines in all educational activities.
- Promoted evidence-based practices by conducting research and integrating current findings into educational programs.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Implemented new educational techniques to boost student comprehension while reducing learning time.
- Evaluated students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
- Analyzed clinical settings' success in helping students achieve course and program outcomes.
EMS Clinical Educator
IU Health Bloomington Hospital
01.1999 - 02.2021
- Developed and delivered educational programs for clinical staff, enhancing patient care standards.
- Evaluated training needs and implemented targeted solutions to improve staff competencies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure adherence to clinical guidelines and best practices.
- Mentored new educators, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
EMS Educator
Ivy Tech Community College
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Developed and implemented comprehensive EMS training curricula for diverse student populations.
- Facilitated hands-on simulations and practical exercises to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Evaluated student performance and provided constructive feedback to support skill development.
- Collaborated with local emergency services to ensure training alignment with industry standards.
- Streamlined assessment processes to improve accuracy in evaluating student competencies.
- Led program reviews, recommending improvements to enhance educational quality and relevance.
- Evaluated current EMS curriculum for effectiveness and proposed revisions based on emerging trends in emergency medicine education.
- Ensured compliance with accreditation standards by maintaining accurate records of curriculum, assessments, and student outcomes.
EMS Instructor
Wishard Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2014
- Designed and delivered comprehensive EMS training programs for diverse audiences.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
- Developed curriculum materials, incorporating current best practices and industry standards.
- Facilitated hands-on simulations to prepare students for real-world emergency situations.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure alignment with evolving medical protocols.
- Implemented evaluation strategies to measure program effectiveness and improve instructional methods.
- Mentored junior instructors, fostering a collaborative teaching environment and sharing expertise.
- Coordinated continuing education courses for current EMS personnel looking to expand their skill set or maintain certification requirements.
- Developed strong relationships with local emergency service agencies for ongoing collaboration in training exercises.
- Utilized multimedia presentations to enhance understanding of various emergency situations and appropriate response tactics.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Indiana University, Southeast
New Albany, IN05-2020
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic
IVY Tech
Bloomington IN05-2016
Skills
- Ethics and professionalism
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Clinical expertise
- Quality improvement
- Staff development
- Mentoring and coaching
- Performance improvement
- Simulation training
- Evidence-based practice
- Patient care
- Patient safety
- Lesson planning
- Assessment skills
- Student support
- One-on-one instruction
- Small group instruction
- Curriculum development
- Clinical instruction
- Student evaluation
- Student evaluations
- Academic advising
- Mentoring proficiency
- Student records management
- Standardized testing
- Student recruitment
- Student outcomes management
- Coordinating student schedules
- Course objective implementation
Accomplishments
- Improved student outcomes 90%.
- Revamped curriculum and syllabus for EMT and Paramedic.
- Supervised a team of 6 staff members.
- Achieved Accreditation by completing CoAEMSP with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
Paramedic (Indiana) certification
Primary Instructor (Indiana) certification
AHA BLS certification
AHA ACLS certification/instructor
AHA PALS certification/instructor
AHA Neonate certification
EPC Instructor
PHTLS Instructor
EVOS certification
Timeline
EMS Clinical Educator-Program Director
IU Health Lifeline
02.2021 - Current
EMS Educator
Ivy Tech Community College
01.2014 - 01.2019
EMS Instructor
Wishard Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2014
EMS Clinical Educator
IU Health Bloomington Hospital
01.1999 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science -
Indiana University, Southeast
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic
IVY Tech