Kirsten Hastings
Clearwater,FL
Summary
With a proven track record at Guidewell Emergency Doctors and Sunstar Paramedics, I excel in patient support and critical decision-making, ensuring high-quality care. Skilled in medication administration and emergency response, I've significantly contributed to patient health outcomes. My ability to adapt and provide compassionate care underlines my commitment to excellence in the healthcare field.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Sunstar Paramedics
01.2020 - Current
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
PCC
Guidewell Emergency Doctors
08.2024 - Current
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Documented patient information and medical histories in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Direct Care Staff Member
Among Friends 1 Inc.
03.2018 - 01.2021
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
08.2016 - 03.2019
- Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.
- Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
- Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
Education
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FLAssociate of Arts -
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FLCertificate - Paramedicine
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL08.2019
Skills
- Patient support and assistance
- Reporting and documentation
- Medication administration
- Medical history collection
- Care plan adherence
- Emergency response
- Critical decision-making skills
- Vital assessments
- Field patient assessments
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Life Support
Timeline
PCC
Guidewell Emergency Doctors
08.2024 - Current
Paramedic
Sunstar Paramedics
01.2020 - Current
Direct Care Staff Member
Among Friends 1 Inc.
03.2018 - 01.2021
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
08.2016 - 03.2019
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services
St. Petersburg College
Associate of Arts -
St. Petersburg College
Certificate - Paramedicine
St. Petersburg College
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