Heather McCamley
Fredericksburg,Virginia
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Paramedic
Fredericksburg Rescue Squad
04.2013 - 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.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Increased survival rates with rapid recognition of life-threatening conditions and swift initiation of appropriate interventions.
Medical Assistant
PrimeCare
08.2008 - 02.2022
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Fielded questions, and prepared patients for physician examinations.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Assisted physicians with sterile procedures
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Eastern Virginia Career College
Fredericksburg, VA01.2024
Paramedic
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA01.2017
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Advanced Life Support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Airway Management
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse, 0001326146 expires: 4/30/26
- VA Paramedic, E201303342 expires: 03/31/27
- National Registered Paramedic, M5044025 expires 3/31/25
- Certified Flight Paramedic, 8436 expires 5/31/26
- Advanced Life Support, 225407851135 expires 08/2024
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support, 225427810985 expires 08/2024
- Basic Life Support, 245415769780 expires 02/2026
Timeline
Volunteer Paramedic
Fredericksburg Rescue Squad
04.2013 - Current
Medical Assistant
PrimeCare
08.2008 - 02.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Eastern Virginia Career College
Paramedic
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
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