Katherine Pellino
Toms River
Summary
Resilient former EMT and current PCT with over 10 years of experience delivering compassionate care and respect to every patient. Expert at responding to emergency calls and offering services ranging from cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to wound treatment. Effective communicator with a calm demeanor. Well-trained
Emergency Department Technician offering advanced knowledge of emergency medicine and patient care. Works effectively with nurses and physicians to handle injuries and illnesses with a knowledgeable approach. Successful at handling challenging, fast-paced medical situations. Highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Department Technician
CentraState Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted nurses and doctors with patient care by taking vital signs, providing wound care, and collecting specimens.
- Performed EKGs on patients to monitor heart rate and rhythm as requested by physician or nurse.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during times of distress in the Emergency Department.
- Operated medical equipment such as ventilators, defibrillators, monitors, IV pumps, oxygen tanks, suction machines, and other emergency devices.
- Transported critically ill patients from the ER to Intensive Care Units or operating rooms for further treatment.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing changes, ambulation assistance and positioning in bed, chair, stretcher
- Answered call lights promptly to provide comfort measures or assistance with basic needs such as toileting.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by initiating life-saving procedures such as CPR according to policy guidelines.
- Provided TED stocking and ACE bandages as instructed.
- Helped nursing staff provide quality, competent patient care for diverse emergencies.
- Provided wound care such as cleaning, wrapping, bleeding control, and bed sore maintenance.
- Provided oral care to patients.
- Monitored patients for signs of distress or decompensation and alerted staff of emergency situations.
- Monitored all supplies within the department to ensure that they are adequately stocked and available when needed.
- Prepared examination rooms prior to patient visits by stocking supplies such as gowns, linens, and instruments.
- Implemented infection control protocols such as hand hygiene techniques and proper isolation protocols before entering any patient room.
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
- Collected blood samples for lab analysis.
- Monitored the health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Restocked supplies and cleaned equipment between patients.
- Maintained compliance with HIPAA protocols to safeguard patient privacy.
- Obtained blood sugars using Accucheck.
- Trained in using and navigating EPIC
EMT
Morgan First Aid
05.2013 - 06.2022
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety of first responders.
- Asked patients questions about over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drug activity to identify side effects or signs of overdose.
- Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
- Documented patient condition and treatment to facilitate plan of care.
EMT
Monroe Township EMS
05.2017 - 12.2017
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Documented patient condition and treatment to facilitate plan of care.
- Evaluated patients at accident scenes to screen, assess and treat significant injuries.
EMT
Spotswood EMS
03.2016 - 04.2017
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Evaluated patients at accident scenes to screen, assess and treat significant injuries.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
- Documented patient condition and treatment to facilitate plan of care.
- Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
- Asked patients questions about over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drug activity to identify side effects or signs of overdose.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
Special 1 Officer/EMT
Belmar Police Department
03.2014 - 03.2016
- Provided patient care and medical triage in emergencies.
- Patrolled assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
- Observed and recorded details of criminal events according to departmental protocol.
- Communicated with victims, suspects and witnesses to gather and provide information regarding criminal events.
- Directed traffic at high-volume special events for public safety and order.
- Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Ocean County College
Toms River, NJ05-2026
No Degree - EMT
Emergency Medical Technician
Jersey Shore Medical Center High School Diploma -
Raritan High School
Hazlet, NJ06-2012
Skills
- Field Patient Assessments
- Medical Data Acquisition
- Ambulance Transport
- Critical Decision-Making Skills
- Ambulance Decontamination
- Medical Equipment Maintenance
- Medical Supply Replenishment
- Stretcher and Backboard Use
- Patient Transport
- Medical Terminology
- Phlebotomy
- Patient Health Education
- Cardiac Monitoring
- Information Documentation
- Taking and Tracking Vital Signs
- Technical Support
- Medical Sample Collection
- Sanitizing Procedures
- CPR
- Wound Care
- EKG Interpretation and Monitoring
- Basic Life Support Certified
- Airway Management
- Educating Patients
- Replenishing Supplies
- Vital signs monitoring
- Blood draw techniques
- Pediatric emergency care
- Medical equipment operation
- Geriatric emergency care
- Airway management
- Cardiac monitoring
- Trauma management
- Oxygen therapy
- 12-lead EKG monitoring
- Phlebotomy procedures
- Wound care
- Basic patient care
- Collecting medical samples
- Medical terminology
- Transportation coordination
- Venipuncture
- Aseptic techniques
- Sanitizing procedures
Affiliations
- Taking courses in American Sign Language
Timeline
Emergency Department Technician
CentraState Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
EMT
Monroe Township EMS
05.2017 - 12.2017
EMT
Spotswood EMS
03.2016 - 04.2017
Special 1 Officer/EMT
Belmar Police Department
03.2014 - 03.2016
EMT
Morgan First Aid
05.2013 - 06.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Ocean County College
No Degree - EMT
Emergency Medical Technician
High School Diploma -
Raritan High School
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