Judy Hurley
Richland,Iowa
Summary
Accomplished Direct Support Staff Member and EMT-Intermediate with a proven track record at First Resources and Jefferson County American Ambulance. Expert in crisis management and compassionate caregiving, achieving significant improvements in patient well-being and safety. Skilled in patient assessments and care plan management, consistently delivering top-tier, patient-focused outcomes. Fast-thinking Emergency Medical Technician with Number years of experience. Known for efficiency and accuracy in stressful situations with excellent decision-making skills and attention to detail. Dedicated to comprehensive and compassionate patient care. Dependable Job Title effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work. Certified, entry-level Emergency Medical Technician with educational background adept at learning processes associated with assessing emergencies and delivering exceptional problem-solving and decision-making processes. Highly-skilled emergency services professional calmly and quickly assesses medical situations. Focused professional skilled in stabilizing and assessing patients in emergency situations. Adept in utilizing medical equipment and instruments to diagnose and treat patients. Possesses strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients, emergency personnel and medical staff. Fast-acting Job Title provides quality care to patients in critical medical situations. Maintains vast knowledge of emergency medical procedures and protocols with strong background in CPR and first aid. Demonstrated ability to remain calm, composed and focused in emergency situations. Commended individual highly knowledgeable of medical terminology and emergency medical codes. Proven record of providing prompt responses to medical emergencies. Offers technical skills to accurately complete documentation and paperwork. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Staff Member
First Resources
Fairfield,Iowa
07.2018 - 09.2020
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Researched community resources and services to provide accessibility and assistance to clients.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
EMT-Intermediate
Jefferson County American Ambulance
JeffersonCounty Iowa
09.1998 - 09.2011
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Administered treatments in Type situations with accuracy, safety and speed.
- Provided education to familiarize patients with medical treatments and self-care.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
- Coordinated with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history.
- Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Educated public on emergency medical services.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Provided patient families with post-medical care instructions.
- Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Trained new EMTs on proper protocols and procedures.
- Performed medical tests and collected samples for laboratory analysis.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Collaborated with medical doctors and other healthcare professionals.
- Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Observed patient behavior to report changes to medical personnel.
- Conducted patient intake and triage procedures.
Education
EMT Basic, EMT Intermediate, Paramedic Specialist - Emergency Medical Technology
Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA09.1997
Skills
- Meal Preparation
- Safety awareness
- Nutrition knowledge
- Activity Planning
- Client Confidentiality
- Behavioral support
- Care Delivery
- Chronic Disease Management
- Transportation
- Client documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Management
- Appointment Scheduling
- Indirect Patient Care
- Behavioral Management
- Progress Documentation
- First aid and safety
- Health and safety requirements
- Nutrition
- Disability Awareness
- Client Support
- Report Generation
- Patient Education
- Patient Care
- Goal Setting
- Crisis Management
- Patient Assessments
- Case Management
- Medication Administration
- Client Transportation
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Care Plan Management
- Safety Monitoring
- Social Skills Development
- Medical Records Management
- State regulations knowledge
- Care plan assessment
- Recreational Activities
- Behavior redirection
- Clinical Quality Program Standards
Timeline
Direct Support Staff Member
First Resources
07.2018 - 09.2020
EMT-Intermediate
Jefferson County American Ambulance
09.1998 - 09.2011
EMT Basic, EMT Intermediate, Paramedic Specialist - Emergency Medical Technology
Indian Hills Community College