Summary
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Work History
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Server

Kristen Blum

Springfield

Summary

Paramedic with extensive experience at CoxHealth Hospital, excelling in advanced life support and critical decision-making. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through timely assessments and compassionate care. Skilled in documentation and reporting, with a commitment to continuous improvement in pre-hospital care and patient management.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Paramedic

CoxHealth Hospital
01.2025 - 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.

Emergency Medical Technician

CoxHealth Hospital
05.2022 - 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.

Server

Ocean Zen
07.2018 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.

Education

Certificate - Paramedicine

Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO
12-2024

Skills

  • Documentation and reporting
  • Advanced life support
  • Critical decision-making skills
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient management
  • Patient assessments
  • Pre-hospital care
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Medication administration

Timeline

Paramedic

CoxHealth Hospital
01.2025 - Current

Emergency Medical Technician

CoxHealth Hospital
05.2022 - Current

Server

Ocean Zen
07.2018 - Current

Certificate - Paramedicine

Ozarks Technical Community College

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