Laura Degner
Newell
Summary
Professional with strong foundation in emergency medical care, adept at rapid assessment and intervention. Proven track record in high-pressure situations, prioritizing effective communication and teamwork to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Recognized for adaptability and reliability, consistently meeting evolving needs of environment. Skilled in advanced life support, patient stabilization, and emergency response protocols.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Buena Vista Regional Medical Center
Storm Lake, IA
02.2015 - Current
- Administered advanced life support and emergency care to critically ill patients in diverse environments.
- Coordinated patient transport and communication with healthcare teams to optimize treatment outcomes.
- Evaluated patient conditions rapidly, prioritizing interventions based on severity and urgency.
- 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.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
Surgical Technologist
Stewart Memorial Community Hospital
Lake City, IA
07.2008 - 01.2014
- Maintained sterile field during surgeries, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with surgeons to anticipate needs, enhancing procedural efficiency and workflow.
- Oversaw inventory management of surgical supplies, streamlining procurement processes to reduce waste.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Prepared operating rooms with required instruments, ensuring efficient setup for various surgical cases.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Supported smooth transitions between surgeries by promptly preparing the operating room for subsequent cases.
- Increased efficiency during surgeries by anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Provided comprehensive support to surgeons specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement, spine, and orthopedic trauma treatment.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
Education
Diploma - Paramedicine
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IA05-2015
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Iowa Lakes Community College
Spencer, IA05-2008
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient management
- Emergency management
- Behavioral emergency intervention
- Ambulance transfer
- Field patient assessments
Timeline
Paramedic
Buena Vista Regional Medical Center
02.2015 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Stewart Memorial Community Hospital
07.2008 - 01.2014
Diploma - Paramedicine
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Iowa Lakes Community College