Kristina Nelson
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dedicated and passionate highly skilled emergency medical professional possessing expert knowledge of medical terminology and medical equipment with four years of experience in providing critical care and clinical support in fast-paced environments. Proficient in assessing and treating diverse medical emergencies, including trauma, cardiac events, and respiratory distress. Skilled in administering life-saving interventions, such as CPR, airway management, and defibrillation. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, demonstrated through effective collaboration with healthcare teams and compassionate patient care. Committed to maintaining up-to-date knowledge and certifications to deliver the highest standard of care. Trustworthy and responsible professional comfortable working in fast-paced environment an in challenging high-stress situations. Along with a strong background of diverse work experience and skills that overlap into each new role.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Department Technician
Scripps Healthcare
06.2022 - Current
- Assisted nurses and doctors with patient care by taking vital signs, setting up procedures, providing wound care, and collecting specimens.
- Responded quickly in emergencies by initiating life-saving procedures such as CPR according to policy guidelines.
- Performed EKGs on patients to monitor heart rate and rhythm as requested by physician or nurse.
- Maintained accurate records of patient medical histories, treatments, and test results per hospital policies.
- Operated medical equipment such as ventilators, defibrillators, monitors, IV pumps, oxygen tanks, suction machines, and other emergency devices.
- Monitored all supplies within the department to ensure that they are adequately stocked and available when needed.
- Prepared examination rooms before patient visits by stocking supplies such as gowns, linens, and instruments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members regarding patient care plans throughout their stay in the ED.
- Delivered high-quality patient care to up to 200 patients a day.
Emergency Medical Technician
Maxcare Ambulance
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Responded to an average of 10 emergency and non-emergency calls and provided Basic Life Support (BLS) based on medical assessments.
- Transports sick or injured persons to the appropriate medical facility and complies with respective State and Local protocols and policies.
- Coordinated hand-offs to facility personnel by conveying pertinent information about patient conditions and treatments provided while en route.
- Communicated with dispatchers to provide call details, and updates, and to arrange reception of patients at emergency medical facilities
- Followed proper precautions and decontamination procedures for infectious patients.
- Maintained ambulance by cleaning between patients, restocking supplies, and properly storing equipment.
Emergency Medical Technician
San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Performed mid-turbinate and oropharyngeal swabs to collect specimens for COVID-19 tests for ages 6 months and older at multiple different COVID-19 testing sites throughout San Diego County
- Provided Compassionate emergency medical services at first aid stations of vaccination sites for the general population including geriatric and pediatric patients
- Assessed patient vitals, administered assessment of vitals, and provided skillful medical care to revive and stabilize patients from serious conditions in pre-hospital settings following federal, state, and local regulations and standards
- Conducted and professionally documented vitals, assessments, physical findings, and treatment in patient care reports and reported all observed and verbalized patient concerns and changes in condition to lead nurses or members of the nursing staff
- Educated patient and family members during emergency and non-emergency situations, providing options for treatment and transport and using therapeutic and de-escalating tactics
- Participated in daily meetings in collaboration with other healthcare and non-healthcare team members to improve patient care, discuss site functionality, and share concerns
- Advised and participated in maintaining proper PPE, social distancing, and sanitation measurements following the San Diego County rules and CDC guidelines
- Trained to properly and effectively administer various COVID-19 vaccines: Moderna, Pfizer, and Johnson & Johnson
Turn Down Attendant
The Phoenician, a Luxury Collection Resort, Marriott
08.2019 - 09.2020
- Provided high quality customer service to more than 40 guests each evening in a fast-paced, yet detail oriented, environment while working with other team members to create an exceptional experience and ensure guest satisfaction and return visits
- Enlisted the resources and service training received to answer guest's questions and resolve guest issues effectively and efficiently
- Communicated effectively with both guests and co-workers and managers about issues and promoted suggestions toward resolutions
- Restocked room supplies such as facial tissues, towels, and toiletries for personal touch with every job
- Customized particular room requirements and amenities to promote overall guest satisfaction
- Accepted accountability for all assigned building keys, master keys and access cards
- Directed special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
Assistant Rowing Coach
Xavier College Preparatory
09.2017 - 08.2019
- Lead ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork
- Effectively communicated with 25 student-athletes in a way each individual could understand.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through improved training habits and proper nutrition.
- Attended board meetings with other team representatives and lake officials to work together on schedules, travel plans, and events.
- Corresponded with co-coaches on day-to-day schedules and discussed student-athlete skills, strengths, and weaknesses.
Sandwich Artist
Subway Restaurants
09.2016 - 10.2017
- Prepared delicious sandwiches to match order specifications and quality standards
- Sanitized work areas, kitchen tools, and dishes for health safety
- Delivered positive service experience when greeting and serving customers up to approximately 50 per day.
- Memorized menu offerings, combos, and featured items to answer questions and make suggestions
- Upheld quality standards when preparing fresh vegetables, meats, and other food items and upsold food add-ons for an additional price.
- Performed sweeping, mopping, and washing dishes to keep equipment and facilities sanitary
- Operated cash registers and received payment in cash or credit card.
- Stayed efficient and productive by using slow periods to stock supplies, prepare ingredients, and clean work or customer areas.
Sales Associate
Hollister.Co
05.2015 - 05.2016
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Assisted approximately 50-100 customers a day with product selection, sizing, and styling.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color, or style.
- Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts, and counting money back change.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Studies
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2020
No Degree - Biology
University of California - San Diego Extension
La Jolla, CA2023
Skills
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Attentive Customer Service
- Detail Oriented
- Microsoft: Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word
- Orthopedic Splinting
- Patient Transport
- Compassionate Care
- Emergency medical care
Certification
- California State Licensed Emergency Medical Technician
- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Certified
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified (AHA)
- Basic ECG Certified
- Wilderness First Aid Certified by the American Red Cross
Affiliations
- Scripps Health
Timeline
Emergency Department Technician
Scripps Healthcare
06.2022 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Maxcare Ambulance
08.2021 - 09.2022
Emergency Medical Technician
San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency
11.2020 - 07.2021
Turn Down Attendant
The Phoenician, a Luxury Collection Resort, Marriott
08.2019 - 09.2020
Assistant Rowing Coach
Xavier College Preparatory
09.2017 - 08.2019
Sandwich Artist
Subway Restaurants
09.2016 - 10.2017
Sales Associate
Hollister.Co
05.2015 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Medical Studies
Arizona State University
No Degree - Biology
University of California - San Diego Extension
- California State Licensed Emergency Medical Technician
- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Certified
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified (AHA)
- Basic ECG Certified
- Wilderness First Aid Certified by the American Red Cross
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