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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
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
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
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

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, NJ
06.2000

Bachelor of Arts - Independent Major

Vassar College
Poughkeepsie, NY
05.1990

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

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