Emma Roka
North Huntingdon,PA
Summary
17 years of experience operating in both the pre-hospital and in-hospital environment utilizing multiple specialty certifications to ensure patients receive the highest level of care. During my time as a provider, I have also expanded my practice into the classroom by becoming an instructor at the Center for Emergency Medicine assisting with the CCEMT-P program and guest presenter for the Junior Year Paramedic Program and National Registry Paramedic Refresher Course. I am seeking a Chief Flight Nurse position so that these same values and education can be provided to the critically ill and injured patients that I would encounter.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Flight Nurse
STAT MedEvac
08.2015 - Current
- Immediate recognition and treatment of critically ill patients found in both pre-hospital and interfacility environments
- Performs advanced skills such as Rapid Sequence Intubation, Surgical Airway Placement, and Escharotomy
- Achieved specialty certification of both FP-C and CFRN
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at the scene
- Promoted team effort when working with dispatch center, external public safety agencies and health care providers
- Demonstrated high standards of performance, including teamwork, communication, and compassion
- Trained to manage critical illnesses ranging from neonatal to gerontological emergencies
Registered Nurse
Allegheny General Hospital
12.2015 - 12.2017
- Immediate recognition and treatment of critically ill patients within the emergency room setting
- Level 1 shock trauma, comprehensive stroke center, and interventional cardiology experience
- Working alongside multiple specialties including, but not limited to cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, and trauma services
- Education of patients to assist with understanding of continued care and safe discharge
- CEN certification
ALS Technician
Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital
03.2011 - 08.2015
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Assisted doctors with examinations of patients by taking vital signs and drawing blood.
- Assisted in preparation and maintenance of patient charts, documenting all care given.
- Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records.
- Assessed extent and nature of injury or illness to prioritize and establish medical procedures.
- Monitored patients' comfort and safety during examinations and tests to alert physicians of abnormalities and changes in patient response.
Paramedic
Mutual Aid Ambulance Service
08.2008 - 01.2011
- Obtained National Registry Certification and State Certification
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Duquesne University
2015
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Medicine
University of Pittsburgh
2014
Skills
- Qualified lab result evaluator
- Rapid patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Sound decision maker
- High level of autonomy
- Qualified critical care nurse
Accomplishments
- First time pass on National Registry Exam, State Paramedic Exam, CCEMT-P, FP-C, NCLEX, CEN, and CFRN certifications
- Instructor for CCEMT-P (Neurological Pharmacology, Air Medical Considerations, Transport Physiology, and Trauma) along with The Center for Emergency Medicine Junior Paramedic Program (Air Medical Considerations)
- Pennsylvania Life Saving Award obtained during my first year as a paramedic
Certification
- CFRN - Certified Flight Registered Nurse
- CEN - Certified Emergency Nurse
- Pennsylvania RN
- Ohio RN
- WV RN
- CCEMT-P
- ACLS
- PALS
- ITLS
- ATLS
- CPR
Pennsylvania Life Saving Award
Recipient of the Pennsylvania Life Saving Award in 2008 after treatment of a patient who suffered a witnessed cardiac arrest, discharged with full neurological function.
Personal Achievements
- Top Performer on Employee Performance Evaluations from 2019-2021 (2022 still pending).
- Member of the Schedule Committee, STAT MedEvac PPC Base Representative, and UPMC System Wide PPC Unit Representative
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Allegheny General Hospital
12.2015 - 12.2017
Flight Nurse
STAT MedEvac
08.2015 - Current
ALS Technician
Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital
03.2011 - 08.2015
Paramedic
Mutual Aid Ambulance Service
08.2008 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Duquesne University
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Medicine
University of Pittsburgh
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