Kendra Werner
las vegas
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate professional with experience across healthcare and public safety, including emergency medical services as a certified EMT with Community Ambulance and prior service as a police officer. Skilled in patient care, crisis response, and maintaining composure in high-pressure environments. Known for strong communication, adaptability, and the ability to build trust with patients and team members. Brings a unique background in both emergency response and public service, enhancing situational awareness and decision-making in fast-paced settings. Currently expanding clinical skill set, including IV certification, with a goal of transitioning into an Emergency Room Technician role to provide high-quality, patient-centered care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT-Basic
Community Ambulance Company
Las Vegas, NV
01.2026 - Current
- Administered basic life support and advanced first aid to patients in emergency situations.
- Collaborated with medical personnel to ensure effective patient care during transport.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments and treatment provided during incidents.
- Operated and maintained emergency medical equipment to ensure readiness for response.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
Administrative assistant
WIN DISTRIBUTION
08.2020 - Current
- Administrative assistant
- Payroll for employees
- Employee attendance logs for local and linehaul drivers
- Accounts receivable/payable
- Billing
- Inventory
- Systems used: Quick Books, X Dispatch, 3pl Inventory System, Word, Excel.
Police Officer
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police
02.2016 - 08.2020
- Conduct criminal investigations for a variety of narcotics and firearm offenses
- Maintain and manage a caseload utilizing LVMPD computer platforms
- Conduct interviews and interrogations
- Prepare and execute search warrants, pen register, and GPS tracking
- Coordinate and de-conflict with other jurisdictions, and the US and District Attorney’s Office
- Actively patrol assigned areas, deter, prevent, and respond to criminal and civil events
- Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations
- Completed mandatory training and obtained additional training
Dispatcher
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police
03.2014 - 02.2016
- Communications specialist and Dispatcher
- Take emergency and non-emergency phone calls
- Give information to citizens regarding civil and criminal matters than can be handled without police officer response
- Dispatch officers to valley wide calls for service
US Army National Guard Soldier
United States Army National Guard
Las Vegas, NV
06.2010 - 11.2013
- Counsel Soldiers
- Leadership and teamwork
- Handle all administrative responsibilities for the platoon
- Manage training exercises and ensure safety while conducting training
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Nevada Las Vegas
01-2012
Associates of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
College of Southern Nevada
01-2010
Skills
- Decision Making
- Reliability
- Emergency Planning & Response
- Vital sign assessment
- Critical decision-making skills
- Patient assessments
- Emergency vehicle operation
- CPR and first aid
- Patient transport
- Airway management
- Pre-hospital care
- Emergency management
Certification
- FEMA:
- National Response Framework IS- 800
- Single Resources and Initial Action Incident ICS-200
- Introduction to Incident Command System ICS -100
- National Incident Management System IS-700
Timeline
EMT-Basic
Community Ambulance Company
01.2026 - Current
Administrative assistant
WIN DISTRIBUTION
08.2020 - Current
Police Officer
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police
02.2016 - 08.2020
Dispatcher
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police
03.2014 - 02.2016
US Army National Guard Soldier
United States Army National Guard
06.2010 - 11.2013
Associates of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
College of Southern Nevada
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Nevada Las Vegas