KIRSTIN-TYLER NAGEL

• Provide advanced clinical support in a Level III Pediatric Trauma Emergency Department, assisting physicians and nurses in the management of acute pediatric illnesses and injuries.
• Perform paramedic-level patient assessment, identify early signs of deterioration, and promptly communicate critical findings to the care team.
• Receive and stabilize patients arriving via helicopter transport, ensuring rapid triage and seamless transfer of care.
• Assist with advanced procedures including laceration repairs, lumbar punctures, splinting, wound care, and procedural sedation preparation.
• Support trauma activations and emergency interventions in high-acuity pediatric cases.
• Monitor patients for clinical trends and emergent changes in condition, contributing to early recognition of pediatric emergencies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality care.
• Active member of the ED Unit Based Council, Behavioral Health Committee, and Sunshine Committee, contributing to departmental improvement, staff engagement, and patient-centered initiatives.

• Nominated for the "Top ACT Award" in recognition of outstanding patient care, teamwork and dedication to supporting critical pediatric emergency interventions.

• Provide high-quality emergency medical care in a Level I Trauma Center, ensuring timely and accurate interventions for patients in critical conditions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams during trauma, stroke, burn and sepsis activations to deliver efficient and effective patient care.
• Administer medications according to protocols, closely monitoring patients for adverse responses and adjusting treatment as necessary.
• Conduct thorough assessments of patients, including monitoring vital signs, interpreting EKG's and responding to changes in patient conditions.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, surgeons and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans.
• Assist doctors during moderate sedation procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout the process.
• Proficient in splinting fractures, providing timely and appropriate traction and immobilization for various injuries.
• Conduct wound care with attention to infection control, optimal healing and patient comfort.
• Skillfully staple lacerations, ensuring optimal wound closure and patient recovery.
• Carefully place Foley catheters, demonstrating precision and adherence to protocols.
• Skilled in Ultrasound-Guided Peripheral IV's, contributing to enhanced vascular access in challenging cases.
• Qualified to operate Med-Com in our EMS Communications center; effectively managing radio reports from local EMS and fire departments, recording patient chief complaints, vitals and interventions then alerting receiving hospitals of their arrival in a timely manner.
• Nominated and received the "Outstanding Patient Care Tech" award; recognized by fellow employees and upper management staff for outstanding work ethic, consistently going above and beyond in providing compassionate patient care.

• Timely respond to emergency and non-emergency calls while staying in close communication with dispatchers and other agencies. Meanwhile, following all department, local, and state driving rules.
• Upon arrival, providing direct and compassionate patient care according to competencies and per the Medical Director's authorization and protocols. Often required to lift, carry, and extricate patients.
• Professionally and respectfully interact with multiple outside agencies such as police departments, fire departments, and first responder organizations.
• Deliver excellent customer care to patients, victims, and the general public.
• Complete accurate and detailed patient care reports, billing information and all other associated documentation in a timely manner.
• Maintain vehicles and equipment in a constant state of readiness. Complete daily vehicle and supply checklists, assisting with vehicle resupply, as well as vehicle and equipment decontamination.

• Completed rigorous coursework to achieve Emergency Medical Technician certification, including a PowerPoint presentation on Congestive Heart Failure and delegating research tasks among a team of 5 students. Led CPR/AED training sessions.
• Completed hands-on clinical rotations with hospital staff, learning ER procedures and EMT responsibilities in the emergency department at Medical City Plano and during ambulance ride-outs with Plano Station #1 and Allen Central Fire Department.

• Assisted veterinarian and veterinary technician in delivering high-quality care for diverse animals through feeding, bathing, and exercising.
• Maintained cleanliness and sterilization of kennels, operating rooms, examining rooms, cages, and equipment to support a safe environment.
• Provided first aid in emergencies, effectively restraining animals during exams and treatment.
• Built strong rapport with clients and pets to create a positive care experience.
• Restocked supplies, and processed paperwork to maintain smooth operations.

• Provided high-level administrative support and lifestyle/family management services to high profile, multi-millionaire entrepreneurs/multi-business owners. Performed a variety of timesaving lifestyle support services, including managing family budget and bills, planning meals, shopping and errand-running. Maintained a busy, ever-changing childcare schedule. Assisted Wes Melcher in caring for and preparing purebred racehorses to attend a variety of shows.
• Coordinated executive schedules and managed appointments efficiently.
• Prepared and organized meeting materials for senior leadership discussions.
• Handled confidential correspondence and maintained secure filing systems.

• Gained additional experience as a Bartender, Server, and Hostess at Hotel Indigo, The Brixton, La Hacienda Ranch, and Babe's Chicken Dinner House from 2012 to 2018.

• Provided reception support for Hanshaw Kennedy Hafen, LLP
• Organized and maintained client files in a digital management system.
• Coordinated office supplies and inventory, ensuring availability.
• Greeted clients and visitors warmly and professionally.
• Managed multi-line phone system for incoming calls and inquiries.
• Scheduled appointments and coordinated meeting logistics for attorneys.