Fast-thinking Emergency Medical Technician with 2.5 years of experience. Known for efficiency and accuracy in stressful situations with excellent decision-making skills and attention to detail. Dedicated to comprehensive and compassionate patient care. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
CNA
St. Luke's Of Magic Valley
07.2021 - Current
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
EMT-Basic
Buhl Fire Department QRU
05.2021 - Current
Administered basic life and advanced life support to patients at scene, en route to hospital and pre-hospital settings.
Determined medical and safety requirements at emergency scene by assessing medical status of ill or injured persons.
Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
Participated in community programs to maintain company image and establish strong community relations.
Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
Protected self and others to prevent risk of communicable diseases and comply with safety regulations and procedures.
Leveraged defibrillator, oxygen, suction devices, CPR and other procedures and medications to provide advanced medical care.
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Phlebotomist
Student @ CSI
08.2023 - 12.2023
Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
Education
Associate of Science - Health Management And Clinical Assistance
College of Southern Idaho
Twin Falls, ID
12.2023
Skills
Patient-focused care
Responding to emergencies
Feeding assistance expert
Patient Relations
Measuring Bodily Fluids
Patient Care
Compassionate caregiver
Compassionate
Trustworthy companion
Time Management
Specimen Labeling Procedures
Sanitation and Sterilization
Venipuncture and Capillary Puncture
Measuring Vital Statistics
Patient Confidentiality
Maintaining Confidentiality
Certification
CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
First Aid/CPR Certified
Student Phlebotomist in Training - Will finish in December 2023.
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Student @ CSI
08.2023 - 12.2023
CNA
St. Luke's Of Magic Valley
07.2021 - Current
EMT-Basic
Buhl Fire Department QRU
05.2021 - Current
Associate of Science - Health Management And Clinical Assistance