Laurie Martinka
Bloomingdale,NJ
Summary
Committed Paramedic offering proven history of exercising strong judgment in high-pressure situations. Skilled in patient needs assessment and critical care. Detail-oriented and compassionate with expansive knowledge of emergency situations and treatment.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Atlantic Mobile Health
Florham Park, NJ
01.2013 - Current
- 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.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Teacher
Apple Montessori Schools
Wayne, NJ And Other Locations
11.1991 - 06.2018
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Building Administrator
Apple Montessori School
Wayne, NJ
08.1997 - 06.2013
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Organized workflow and delegated tasks effectively to ensure timely project completion without compromising quality.
- Served as a liaison between departments, fostering open communication channels that improved overall organizational function.
- Troubleshot employee concerns and recommended corrective actions to resolve issues.
Paramedic, Chilton Medical Center
Pompton Plains, NJ
06.2001 - 12.2012
- 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.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
Education
Certificate Program - Paramedic
UMDNJ- School of Allied Health
Newark, NJ06.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Independent Major
Vassar College
Poughkeepsie, NY05.1990
Skills
- Documentation And Reporting
- Advanced Life Support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct Patient Care
Certification
- Paramedic, NJ Department of Health certification, expires 12/31/2024
- NECI 911 certification, completed 5/2024
- 911 EMD certification, completed 6/2024
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Saving) Instructor, American Heart Association, 2003-present
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Saving), AHA, 2000- present
- BLS CPR, AHA, 1991 to present, prior instructor
- Mental Health Resilience Officer Certification, NAEMT, exp. 01/2028
Timeline
Paramedic
Atlantic Mobile Health
01.2013 - Current
Paramedic, Chilton Medical Center
06.2001 - 12.2012
Building Administrator
Apple Montessori School
08.1997 - 06.2013
Teacher
Apple Montessori Schools
11.1991 - 06.2018
Certificate Program - Paramedic
UMDNJ- School of Allied Health
Bachelor of Arts - Independent Major
Vassar College