Jaquelyn Riera
Cape Coral,FL
Summary
As a dependable paramedic, I possess innate organizational and leadership skills that have been honed through my experiences in emergency medical services. Driven by an unwavering passion for the profession, I am eager to actively contribute and share my passion. One specific area that resonates with me is the prospect of teaching and mentoring others in the craft of paramedicine. This stems from my profound enthusiasm for the job and a sincere desire to instill the essential skills and knowledge in aspiring paramedics. I believe that my natural aptitude for organization and leadership can greatly benefit those entering the field, fostering a new generation of competent and compassionate healthcare professionals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Lee County Emergency Medical Services
04.2022 - Current
- Delegate life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Adapt treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Assess patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Communicate with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Coordinate team collaboration to share ideas and build best practices.
- Cultivate positive, productive team environments, resolving conflicts quickly.
- Establish and maintain performance, quality and service standards for professional customer care.
Emergency Medical Technician
Lee County Emergency Medical Services
08.2019 - 04.2022
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Deliver emotional support to patients and families.
- Maintain effective working relationships with paramedic partners to facilitate seamless patient care.
Server
Brookes Family And Fun
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Lead Hostess
Rib City
07.2016 - 08.2017
- Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
- Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating and menu information.
Education
Bachelors - Public Administration
Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FL07.2023
Paramedic Program
Hodges University
Naples, FL04.2022
Emergency Medical Technician
Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FL04.2019
Associates - Arts
Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FL10.2018
High School Diploma -
Ida S. Baker High School
Cape Coral, FL06.2018
Skills
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Organization skills
- Dependable
- Motivated
- Strategic thinking
- Goal setting
- Continuous learning
- Emotional intelligence
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Positive Attitude
Accomplishments
- LEAD award recipient
- Active member of the Advanced Life Support Competition team
- Member of the Logistics EET
- Member of the System Improvement EET
- AHA Instructor
- EMS Instructor
- Shaped the role of Lab coordinator and Assistant Instructor for the in house paramedic program
- Formulated a plan to bridge the organizational gap between paramedic school and sim lab
- Self assigned NEOGOV courses to further leadership skills: Succession Planning, The Responsibilities of a Manager, Motivating Employees with Recognition, Setting Overall Goals, Leaderships and Building an Effective Team: Why Leadership Teams Fail, Identifying Performance Standards, Coaching Crash Course, Accountability Overview for Managers, Make Mentoring Count, Excelling as a Manager or Supervisor: Controlling Conflict in the Workplace
Timeline
Paramedic
Lee County Emergency Medical Services
04.2022 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Lee County Emergency Medical Services
08.2019 - 04.2022
Server
Brookes Family And Fun
07.2017 - 08.2019
Lead Hostess
Rib City
07.2016 - 08.2017
Bachelors - Public Administration
Florida SouthWestern State College
Paramedic Program
Hodges University
Emergency Medical Technician
Florida SouthWestern State College
Associates - Arts
Florida SouthWestern State College
High School Diploma -
Ida S. Baker High School
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