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Valeriya Smith

Jersey City,NJ

Summary

Committed Paramedic offering proven history of exercising strong judgment in high-pressure situations. Skilled in patient assessments and critical care plans. Detail-oriented, reliable and looking to expand my experience, knowledge and capabilities.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paramedic

RWJMH
Irvington, New Jersey
04.2020 - Current
  • Providing advanced life support in fast paced environments with ever changing circumstances
  • Developing and maintaining rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care
  • Delegating life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations
  • Adapting treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions
  • Provided emergency medical services to critically ill and injured patients in pre-hospital settings
  • Initiated and provided prehospital advanced life support while adhering to all regulations and protocols in a significantly rural area
  • Assessed call situations to determine best course of action and appropriate protocol
  • Actively participated in team meetings for sharing best practices among paramedics
  • Providing the highest quality of pre-hospital care to medical emergencies while adhering to all NJ and State regulations and expectations
  • Assessing a wide variety of emergency situations; triaging, treating, stabilizing and transporting patients with serious injury or illness to the correct facility
  • Executed well-informed critical decision making in high-pressure situations

Paramedic

Bristol Bay Fire Department
Naknek, Alaska
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Provided emergency medical services to critically ill and injured patients in pre-hospital settings
  • Initiated and provided prehospital advanced life support while adhering to all regulations and protocols in a significantly rural area
  • Assessed call situations to determine best course of action and appropriate protocol
  • Actively participated in team meetings for sharing best practices among paramedics.

EMT-Basic

West New York EMS
York, New
06.2017 - 03.2022
  • Providing the highest quality of pre-hospital care to medical emergencies while adhering to all NJ and State regulations and expectations
  • Assessing a wide variety of emergency situations; triaging, treating, stabilizing and transporting patients with serious injury or illness to the correct facility
  • Executed well-informed critical decision making in high-pressure situations
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation
  • Assessed situation severity of emergent medical incidents and provided care accordingly.

Infantryman (11B)

Israeli Defense Forces
US
07.2015 - 03.2017
  • Served as a Sergeant, provided a security presence when needed, assisted in border checks, vehicle searches, deployed out on counterterrorism operations, assisted local law enforcement, and followed my chain of command with anything else necessary to maintain the safety and security within the State of Israel
  • Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use
  • Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance and explosives
  • Led fire teams during battle drills and training exercises
  • Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises, and all infantry battle drills through continuous training and development.

Sexual Assault Victim Advocate

Rape Crisis Center Of Central New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico
02.2013 - 03.2014
  • Supported victims, family members and witnesses through law enforcement, healthcare, and social services
  • Constructed referral list of agencies and community resources for victims' to provide aftercare services
  • Provided comprehensive assessment, goal setting, and service plans
  • Accompanied clients to court to clarify processes and procedures.

Education

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) In Forensic Psychology Candidate -

02.2025

Associate Of Applied Science In Paramedic Science -

01.2022

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Teamwork
  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Decision-Making Skills

Certification

Paramedic 4471

Volunteer Experience

Crisis Intervention Specialist, 09/2012 - 03/2014, Albuquerque, New Mexico, Providing crisis intervention for those experiencing suicide ideation and/or facing difficult life circumstances, Providing emotional support to those affected by traumatic events or difficult life circumstances, Providing knowledge regarding community resources and care plans for individuals experiencing crisis

Timeline

Paramedic

Bristol Bay Fire Department
07.2023 - 08.2023

Paramedic

RWJMH
04.2020 - Current

EMT-Basic

West New York EMS
06.2017 - 03.2022

Infantryman (11B)

Israeli Defense Forces
07.2015 - 03.2017

Sexual Assault Victim Advocate

Rape Crisis Center Of Central New Mexico
02.2013 - 03.2014

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) In Forensic Psychology Candidate -

Associate Of Applied Science In Paramedic Science -

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