Diane E Recchia
Deep River
Summary
Have experienced a most exciting nursing career with 20 plus years in the emergency room prior to my public health role. My recent achievement as an EMT has helped continue my desire to continue in the medical field.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
EMT-Basic
Deep River Ambulance Assoc
01.2023 - Current
- Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions and certifications, licenses and registrations.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Protected self and others to prevent risk of communicable diseases and comply with safety regulations and procedures.
- Administered basic life and advanced life support to patients at scene, en route to hospital and pre-hospital settings.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Registered Nurse
Town Of Westbrook
01.2000 - 01.2020
- Full time position as a Public Health Nurse providing post hospital and post md office care. Provided hands on care while educating patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, CT05.1976
Skills
- Patient Stabilization
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Patient Transport
- Safe Driving
- Patient Triage
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Accident Response
- Condition Assessment
- CPR and First Aid
- Medication Administration
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Timeline
EMT-Basic
Deep River Ambulance Assoc
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Town Of Westbrook
01.2000 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Bridgeport