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Kristen Richards

Geneva

Summary

Certified EMT, responsible, and eager to continue learning in the Emergency Medical Field. Committed to the medical profession and quality patient care. Seeking a position to pursue a professional career within an organization that will teach and utilize my health care knowledge, my organizational and interpersonal skills, and my ability to lead. I am extremely capable of multitasking and providing quality urgent health care. Dependable and effective in managing operations. Well organized, self-motivated, and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work. Focused professional skilled in stabilizing and assessing patients in emergency situations. Adept in utilizing medical equipment and instruments to diagnose and treat patients. Possesses strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients, emergency personnel and medical staff.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Emt

Volusia County Ems
04.2022 - Current
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Maintained a clean and organized ambulance, ensuring optimal readiness for emergency calls.
  • Expedited life-saving interventions by rapidly assessing patients'' conditions based on vital signs, symptoms, and medical history.
  • Maximized ambulance readiness by conducting thorough equipment checks and ensuring all necessary supplies were available for proper emergency response.
  • Demonstrated strong decision-making abilities in determining the most appropriate course of action for each unique situation encountered in the field.
  • Improved patient care by efficiently assessing and stabilizing patients during medical emergencies.
  • Updated professional knowledge through continuous training and education programs, enhancing overall service quality.
  • Increased patient comfort during transport by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
  • Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
  • Streamlined documentation processes for efficient patient information transfer between EMS personnel and hospital staff.
  • Enhanced the reputation of the EMS service within the community by delivering exceptional patient care during high-stress situations.
  • Enhanced team performance by effectively collaborating with paramedics, nurses, and physicians in high-pressure situations.
  • Facilitated timely patient transfers to specialized facilities for advanced care when necessary.
  • Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
  • Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
  • Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
  • Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
  • Trained new EMTs on proper protocols and procedures.
  • Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors.

EMT

AdventHealth Orlando
05.2021 - 09.2023
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
  • Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
  • Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
  • Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.

Clinical Technician

AdventHealth Lake Mary Centra Care
01.2021 - 04.2021
  • Worked with physicians and nurses in patience care excellence.
  • Monitored patients and maintained detailed records for physician review.
  • Assisted in implementation of customized care plans, focusing on patient wellness and comfort.
  • Liaised with patients regarding medical records and answered questions pertaining to evaluations.
  • Performed patient work-ups and assisted in minor office procedures.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers and administrators in proper testing.
  • Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
  • Analyzed experiment and test results to validate adherence to standards and specifications.
  • Analyzed bodily fluids with laboratory equipment and detected anomalies related to diseased states or acute injuries.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with compassionate bedside manner and clear communication skills.
  • Reduced errors in laboratory testing by diligently following protocols and quality control procedures.
  • Contributed to research studies by collecting and processing specimens according to stringent protocols.
  • Operated wide range of laboratory equipment and instruments to complete analysis.

Education

Associate of Science - Paramedic

Seminole State College
12-2026

EMT

Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL
04.2019

High School Diploma -

Seminole High School
Sanford, FL
05.2008

Skills

  • Patient Condition Observation
  • Work Coordination
  • Emergency Diagnostics
  • Emergency Medical Team Coordination
  • Injury and Illness Treatment
  • Ambulance Transport
  • Patient Immobilization
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Vital Sign Assessment
  • Emergency Vehicle Driving
  • Emergency trauma management
  • Scene safety
  • Obstetric emergencies
  • Geriatric emergency care
  • Seizure management
  • Fracture stabilization
  • Behavioral emergencies
  • Stroke recognition
  • Poisoning response
  • Diabetic emergencies
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Medical equipment operation
  • Problem-solving
  • Pediatric emergency care
  • Time management
  • Burn treatment
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Splinting techniques
  • Radio communication
  • Trauma care
  • Patient care
  • Critical thinking
  • Medical documentation
  • Patient assessment
  • Oxygen administration
  • Trauma management
  • Bleeding control
  • IV administration

Certification

  • Florida EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
  • BLS Currently Certified
  • EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
  • Emergency Vehicle Operator
  • IS-100.C, IS-700B, IS-200B, IS-800- FEMA Certified
  • Florida Drivers License Class E

Timeline

Lead Emt

Volusia County Ems
04.2022 - Current

EMT

AdventHealth Orlando
05.2021 - 09.2023

Clinical Technician

AdventHealth Lake Mary Centra Care
01.2021 - 04.2021

EMT

Seminole State College of Florida

High School Diploma -

Seminole High School

Associate of Science - Paramedic

Seminole State College

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