Laurel Harper

• American Heart Association Instructor of Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support and Basic Life Support courses.
• Facilitated group discussions regarding resuscitation guidelines and best practices.
• Encouraged students to ask questions throughout the course of instruction.
• Provided one-on-one coaching when necessary for individual skill development.
• Planned and completed detailed lectures to outline ACLS, PALS and BLS course material for students.
• Prepared and carried out lesson plans on daily schedule, verifying accurate and complete grade reporting.

• Provides pre-hospital and intra-hospital Advanced Life Support from initial patient contact until transfer to an accepting medical facility.
• Patient focused compassionate expertise in assessing critical conditions of patients and making split second decisions on the most appropriate life saving procedures.
• Maintaining a calm even-keeled disposition in high-stress circumstances to facilitate positive patient outcomes.
• Conducting on-scene assessments and administration of appropriate medical interventions to ensure patient stabilization.
• Implementation of life saving techniques including defibrillation, cardioversion, pacing, medication administration, IV/IO access, intubation, cricothyrotomy and needle chest decompression.
• Coordinate efficiently with fellow Paramedics, basic EMS services, Police and Fire Department services.
• Assessed potential risks associated with certain medications or treatments before administering them.
• Utilized an electronic patient care record system for recording patient information accurately.
• Maintained current knowledge of trends in pre-hospital medicine through continuing education programs and seminars.
• Provided guidance and mentorship for new paramedics entering into the field.
• Provided emotional support to family members of critically ill or injured patients.
• Assessed scene upon arrival for possible hazards or dangerous situations.
• Reported infectious disease cases to appropriate medical authorities.
• Explained medical terminology in non-complex terms o patients.
• Participated in regular training sessions held by supervisors to review new techniques and protocols related to pre-hospital care.
• Interviewed patients to obtain medical history and details on current issues.
• Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.

• American Heart Association Instructor of Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support and Basic Life Support courses.
• Facilitated group discussions regarding resuscitation guidelines and best practices.
• Encouraged students to ask questions throughout the course of instruction.
• Provided one-on-one coaching when necessary for individual skill development.
• Planned and completed detailed lectures to outline ACLS, PALS and BLS course material for students.
• Prepared and carried out lesson plans on daily schedule, verifying accurate and complete grade reporting.

• Medical Staff in a stand-alone Primary and Urgent Care Facility for adult and pediatric patients.
• Initial patient assessment and documentation of patient medical complaint, history and vital signs
• Medical testing including DOT and School Physicals, Workman's Comp exams, Pulmonary Function Tests, 12 lead EKG, Lab testing including in-house CBC, Strep, Flu, Urinalysis and COVID.
• Phlebotomy and specimen collection / preparation including data entry to create Quest and Labcorp requisitions.
• Medication administration and treatments as ordered by a physician.
• Assisting a physician with a variety of medical procedures including casting/splinting, suturing, foreign body removal, pelvic exams as well as IV Chelation Therapy for ASHD and Lyme Disease.
• Dispensing medications from in-house pharmacy and reinforcing / clarification of patient instructions.
• Identified needs of patients and their family promptly and efficiently.
• Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
• Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.

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• Performed Quality Assurance review of Emergency Department Medical Records to determine appropriateness of ICD and CPT chart coding.
• Reviewed and resolved patient complaints regarding Emergency Department Physician care rendered in five EMA staffed hospitals.
• Initiated verbal and written patient and physician correspondence to resolve billing conflicts .
• Assurred patient satisfaction and insurance reimbursement in a timely manner.

• Science and Math Teacher for grades 6, 7, and 8 in a private Catholic elementary school.
• Explored foundational learning concepts with students through hands-on activities, videos, and class discussions.
• Encouraged student curiosity and continuous learning by incorporating innovative teaching strategies.
• Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Provided guidance for students in developing problem-solving skills.
• Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and concerns.
• Created classroom environment that was conducive to learning, including establishing rules and procedures.
• Maintained accurate and comprehensive records of student performance and attendance.
• Engaged parents in meaningful dialogue about their child's academic performance.
• Provided positive feedback with emphasis on learning from mistakes to establish solid foundation for progress.
• Integrated character education into the curriculum to promote social and emotional learning.
• Administered and graded class tests to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
• Monitored student behavior and implemented interventions when necessary.
• Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills and knowledge.

• Fostered a positive learning environment that promoted mutual respect.
• Provided additional support to struggling learners through one-on-one tutoring session.
• Conducted small group instruction when appropriate to differentiate instruction for students with diverse backgrounds or abilities.
• Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Encouraged student participation and engagement in learning activities.
• Collaborated with regular teachers to ensure continuity of instruction.
• Remained up-to-date with emergency procedures to keep students and staff safe in emergency events.