Kristi Miranda
30045 Penrose Lane, Castaic,CA
Summary
Proactive medical professional, highly experienced in executing quality care in high-pressure situations. Deep knowledge in patient care and outstanding team communication skills. Proudly demonstrated commitment, compassion and reasoned thinking while performing tasks rapidly and efficently to enhance patient outcomes. Dedicated medical professional bringing 20 years of excellent performance in medical roles. Offers unwavering work ethic, strong integrity, and dedication to patient care. Industrious and focused on continuous professional development.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse
Glendale Adventist Hospital
Glendale, CA
02.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated knowledge of pharmacology principles when preparing medications for administration.
- Obtained laboratory specimens by using phlebotomy skills to complete both venous and finger-stick blood draws.
- Responded promptly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or trauma incidents.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient records according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Assessed patient needs using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Supported the administration of IV medications and fluids under close supervision.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Engaged in reflective practice and sought feedback to improve nursing competencies.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
Emergency Medical Technician ER/Trauma
Providence Holy Cross/ Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
Mission Hills/Valencia, CA
05.2017 - Current
- Performed many emergency care actions such as bleeding control, respiratory access and maintenance, splinting and traction, wound care and debridement, triage and implementing emergency protocols, stroke assessments, and BLS resuscitation.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrhythmia.
- Performed point of care testing for urine and blood. Obtained samples of urine, blood and CSF and properly prepared and transported to the lab.
- Excellent performance in anticipating what will be needed for each case, and knowing my work environment well to obtain what is required quickly and efficiently in an emergency.
- Assisted in many emergency procedures such as, central and atrial line placement, chest tubes, rib spreading and internal fibrillation, suturing, ligating, I and Ds, and lumbar punctures.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked to prepare for service. As well as turned over patient rooms and the trauma room to prepare for the next patient.
- Trained newly hired EMTs by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
Firefighter
SMFD, Kern County, LA National Forrest Fire Depts
Santa Monica, Keen, Antelope Valley, CA
06.2014 - 10.2016
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness and knowledgeable understanding for demanding work in fire and rescue.
- Graduated Top Cadet from one academy, served as a Battalion chief in another, and was one of the first female helittack firefighters Kern County ever had.
- Learned and carried out proper maintenance and care for all equipment, vehicles, and aircraft in my care.
- Served my patients and my community with empathy, diligence, and integrity.
- Answered emergency situations quickly and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims and prevent escalation.
- Worked communication towers to maintain air traffic and cargo delivery for large campaign fires.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
San Fernando Valley, CA
08.2000 - 06.2014
- Developed and implemented educational, behavioral, and emotional programs that suited whatever the abilities and needs of the students required.
- Provided health care, personal hygiene, and nutritional needs
- Taught students physical skills; such as how to walk, crawl, climb, feed themselves, and use technological devices for motor ability, speaking, and education. As well as participate in community based programs for career and life skills development.
- Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.
- Created safe and nurturing environment focused on students to ensure quality learning experiences and engaged and supported students with differing learning styles and cultural backgrounds.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing
Glendale, CA05-2025
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Valley College of Medical Careers
West Hills, CA2022
Phlebotomy
Los Angeles Career College
Northridge, CA12-2022
Fire Technology -
Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA05.2015
Emergency Medical License -
College of The Canyons
Valencia, CA05.2013
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education
Utah State University
Logan, UTCertification
- Emergency Medical Technician: Expires 3/31/2026
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician 1: Expires 12/2026
- CPR and BLS: Expires 12/2025
- Hospital Fire and Life Safety: Expires 6/2025
Timeline
Student Nurse
Glendale Adventist Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician ER/Trauma
Providence Holy Cross/ Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
05.2017 - Current
Firefighter
SMFD, Kern County, LA National Forrest Fire Depts
06.2014 - 10.2016
Special Education Paraprofessional
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
08.2000 - 06.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Valley College of Medical Careers
Phlebotomy
Los Angeles Career College
Fire Technology -
Antelope Valley College
Emergency Medical License -
College of The Canyons
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education
Utah State University
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