Deborah Mussard
Corona,CA
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with a robust background in critical care, showcased through roles at Menifee Global Medical Center and as a Paramedic with American Medical Response. Demonstrates technical proficiency and exceptional attention to detail in emergency and surgical settings. Proven record in improving patient care coordination and outcomes, leveraging skills in documentation and advanced life support techniques.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Zahra Surgical Center
11.2023 - Current
- Pre-op assessment and Post-op recovery
- Provided direct patient care, including assessment and evaluation of health status; Critical care interventions and care coordination as it pertains to patient condition
- Airway management, pain management
- Use of monitoring equipment (cardiac monitors, pulse oximeters, etc.)
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.
- Kept accurate records and charts related to medications and treatments according to policies, procedures, and physician orders.
- Reported symptoms, condition changes and vital signs to primary care doctors, patients, and families.
Registered Nurse
Menifee Global Medical Center
Menifee
01.2020 - Current
- Emergency Room Nurse and critical care monitoring.
- Periodically float to ICU for patient care monitoring, Interim Charge Nurse, Preceptor, Triage RN.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures
- Reported symptoms, condition changes and vital signs to primary care doctors, patients, and families.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Paramedic
American Medical Response
06.2010 - Current
- 911/ALS Emergency Medical Provider
- Evaluate the patient’s condition on the scene and perform preliminary diagnosis
- Attend to injuries or sudden illnesses by applying a variety of pre-hospital simple and advanced treatments (first aid, EKG interpretation, CPAP, IV therapy, ETI, TCP, defibrillation, needle decompression).
- Monitor patient’s condition en route to the hospital and provide life saving treatments as clinically indicated.
- Collaborate with interested parties (police, firefighting unit, doctors etc.).
- Write and submit concrete and accurate reports on incidents.
- Demonstrated excellent problem solving abilities in high stress situations.
Emergency Medical Technician
American Medical Response
04.2004 - 05.2010
- BLS, CPR, 911 Emergency medical provider; Field Training Officer; Patient care monitoring
- Assessed, performed, and documentation of all basic and life saving intervention in accordance with established protocols.
Education
Associate Degree Program for Registered Nurse - Nursing
Citrus College
06.2019
Paramedic Certification - Paramedic Studies
National College of Technical Instruction
09.2009
Emergency Medical Technician Certification - Emergency Medical Services
Riverside Community College
12.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology
University Of California, Irvine
03.1998
Skills
- Emergency and Critical Care
- Cardiac Care and Operating Room Skills
- Critical Thinking, Attention to Detail
- Patient Monitoring, IV Therapy, Lab Result Interpretation
- Documentation and Charting, Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration, Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
- Registered Nurse, EMT- Paramedic, ACLS, PALS, NIH, CPR, TNCC
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Zahra Surgical Center
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Menifee Global Medical Center
01.2020 - Current
Paramedic
American Medical Response
06.2010 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
American Medical Response
04.2004 - 05.2010
Associate Degree Program for Registered Nurse - Nursing
Citrus College
Paramedic Certification - Paramedic Studies
National College of Technical Instruction
Emergency Medical Technician Certification - Emergency Medical Services
Riverside Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology
University Of California, Irvine