Kaitlin Gorton
Kirkwood,NY
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with extensive experience in fast-paced medical environments. Demonstrates strong skills in patient care, emergency response, and life-saving procedures. Known for excellent teamwork, adaptability, and reliability in high-pressure situations. Skilled in using advanced medical equipment and maintaining composure during critical incidents.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
Tompkins County, Ny
03.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
Paramedic
Groton Ambulance
10.2022 - 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.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
Paramedic
Dryden Ambulance Inc.,
06.2021 - 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.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
Paramedic
American Medical Responses AMR
05.2019 - 09.2023
- 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.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Patient Service Representative
UHS Delaware Valley Hospital
10.2016 - 08.2020
- Participated in ongoing training programs related to HIPAA compliance, maintaining up-to-date knowledge on regulatory requirements.
- Verified insurance eligibility and coverage for patients.
- Handled sensitive patient concerns with professionalism and empathy, fostering an atmosphere of trust within the clinic.
- Filed and maintained patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Entered patient demographic and insurance data into electronic medical record system.
- Actively participated in team meetings focused on improving workflows and enhancing overall practice performance.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
SUNY Broome Community College
Binghamton, NY05-2025
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
SUNY Broome Community College
Binghamton, NY08-2020
Certificate - Paramedicine
SUNY Broome Community College
Binghamton, NY08-2020
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
SUNY Delhi
Delhi, NY05-2017
High School Diploma -
Greene Central School
Greene, NY06-2013
Skills
- Basic life support
- CPR and first aid
- Critical decision-making skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient assessments
- Patient management
- Patient evaluations
- Advanced life support
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
Certification
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Heart Association
- Airway Management & Ventilation Techniques Training
- Paramedic Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training – Occupational Safety and Health Administration certified providers.
- Infectious Disease Training – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention or similar entities.
- National Incident Management System (NIMS) ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, and ICS-800 Certifications - Federal Emergency Management Agency.
- Mass Casualty Incident Management certification – Federal Emergency Management Agency or comparable entities.
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Tompkins County, Ny
03.2024 - Current
Paramedic
Groton Ambulance
10.2022 - Current
Paramedic
Dryden Ambulance Inc.,
06.2021 - Current
Paramedic
American Medical Responses AMR
05.2019 - 09.2023
Patient Service Representative
UHS Delaware Valley Hospital
10.2016 - 08.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
SUNY Broome Community College
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
SUNY Broome Community College
Certificate - Paramedicine
SUNY Broome Community College
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
SUNY Delhi
High School Diploma -
Greene Central School
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