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Jodi Sivels

Bremen,IN

Summary

Experienced paramedic and registered nurse seeking employment with a company that allows for personal and professional development and growth while utilizing existing work experiences and hands on knowledge to help patients and their families within the nursing scope of practice. Strong desire to continue on developing skills through education in advance levels of nursing care.

Excellent communication skills with interdisciplinary team members, patients and family members. Educating patients and their family members while providing precisive patient care. Motivated learner with keen thinking ability even during critical situations, experienced in ER and ICU levels of nursing care. Exceptional time management, organization and resource management.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paramedic Supervisor

Starke EMS
Knox, IN
06.2023 - Current
  • Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
  • Responded to emergency calls quickly and safely while utilizing appropriate driving techniques.
  • Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
  • Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
  • Monitored vital signs of patients and communicated changes to physicians or nurses in a timely manner.
  • Administered oxygen therapy, intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by physician protocols.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

St. Joesph Medical Center
Mishawaka, IN
11.2017 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.

Paramedic

Prompt/Superior Ambulance Services
Highland, IN
01.2013 - Current
  • Responded to emergency calls quickly and safely while utilizing appropriate driving techniques.
  • Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient condition and treatment plans.
  • Monitored vital signs of patients and communicated changes to physicians or nurses in a timely manner.
  • Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, defibrillators, suction devices.
  • Provided emotional support for family members of critically ill or injured patients.
  • Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
  • IV, medication, and advance skills, as well as, advanced assessments

ICU Clinical Nurse

Gary Methodist Hospital
Gary, IN
01.2017 - 03.2018
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
  • Ensured compliance with all regulatory standards related to nursing practice within ICU setting.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess complex situations and make appropriate decisions in emergency situations.
  • Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

St. Margarets Hospital
Hammond, IN
09.2015 - 12.2017
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care outcomes were achieved.
  • Maintained accurate records of all assessments, treatments, medications administered, and other pertinent information related to patient's care.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, prevention, and healthy lifestyle choices.
  • Documented all patient interactions, assessments, and interventions in electronic health records with accuracy.
  • Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to safety and infection control measures.

Paramedic

La Porte County EMS
La Porte, IN
07.1997 - 12.2009
  • Maintain skill performance to provide efficient patient care
  • Utilize software in patient charting
  • Assisting emergency staff with patient care when needed
  • Communication with other EMS personnel and hospital staff
  • Maintenance of certifications for paramedic position

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Purdue University North Centeral
01-2015

Associate of Applied Science - General Studies

Ivy Tech Community College
01-2011

Skills

  • Skilled in IV application including peripheral, central and intra-osseous lines
  • Proficient with emergency medical equipment: cardiac monitoring/12 lead interpretation, defibrillation and cardio version
  • Operate successfully under duress/during stressful situations
  • 26 year of experience in pre-hospital care
  • 9 years of experience in hospital emergency care
  • Airway management skills: intubation equipment, King airway, Nasal cannula, Non-rebreather, and CPAP
  • responsible for managing and directing other EMS personnel and first responders at a scene of a medical or trauma emergency
  • Bleeding control management
  • Skilled at establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, hospital personnel, patients, and general public
  • Open to learning new concepts in rescue and medical skills
  • Trained in dealing with the emotional and medical needs of victims of injuries, acute illness and/or psychological emergencies
  • organizational and time management
  • communication and recordkeeping
  • cultural awareness

Certification

CPR certified through American Heart Association (2024-26)

Paramedic Licensure in the State of Indiana, License number 7587-5127 (expires April 2025)

Registered Nurse in the State of Indiana, License number 28223868A (Expires October 31, 2025)
Advance Cardio Life Support (2024-26)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification (2024-26)

BLS (2024)

PHTL(2024-2028)

References

References are available upon request

Timeline

Paramedic Supervisor

Starke EMS
06.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

St. Joesph Medical Center
11.2017 - Current

ICU Clinical Nurse

Gary Methodist Hospital
01.2017 - 03.2018

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

St. Margarets Hospital
09.2015 - 12.2017

Paramedic

Prompt/Superior Ambulance Services
01.2013 - Current

Paramedic

La Porte County EMS
07.1997 - 12.2009

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Purdue University North Centeral

Associate of Applied Science - General Studies

Ivy Tech Community College

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