Lisa Taylor
Declo,ID
Summary
Skilled EMT-Basic and Certified Medical Assistant, adept in vital signs monitoring and providing compassionate care, significantly enhanced patient outcomes at Declo QRU. Demonstrated expertise in emergency management and patient triage, alongside a proven ability to remain calm under pressure, ensuring efficient and empathetic patient care.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT-Basic
Declo QRU
Declo, ID
05.1989 - Current
- Collaborated with team members and other first responders, ensuring consistent communication to maintain order and efficient care delivery.
- Explained medical terminology in non-complex terms o patients.
- Bandaged wounds and determined necessity for stitches or sutures.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Calmed patients by carefully explaining each step and remaining composed.
- Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety of first responders.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate medical assistance and transportation to medical facility.
- Determined nature and extent of injury or medical condition to establish priorities for emergency care.
- Documented patient condition and treatment to facilitate plan of care.
- Administered first aid treatment or life support in prehospital settings.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history and details on current issues.
- Suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
- Took vital signs and blood pressure to observe patient's condition and prepare appropriate resources and medical procedures.
- Worked closely with accepting hospitals to relay patients' vitals and fill out patient reports.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Assessed scene upon arrival for possible hazards or dangerous situations.
- Managed airway maintenance, oxygen delivery and suctioning procedures.
- Communicated with dispatchers or treatment center personnel to exchange information and arrange patient intake.
- Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Performed CPR, splinting of fractures, wound treatment and other life saving measures.
- Collaborated with emergency services and public safety personnel to expedite rescue process, increasing chances of survival for patients.
- Evaluated illnesses or injuries to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
- Loaded stretchers onto ambulances according to safety protocols and secured them properly before transport.
- Responded quickly to 911 calls for medical assistance within designated service area.
- Reported abnormal changes in patient's physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff for re-evaluation.
- Provided emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Positioned patients in preparation for treatment and transport.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
Certified Medical Assistant
Campbell and Anderson
Declo, ID
02.2014 - 11.2025
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests and sample analyses to monitor diseases.
- Assisted physicians patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.
- Operated electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, prescriptions.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning correctly prior to use during patient examinations or treatments.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Administered injections under the direction of a physician or nurse practitioner.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
- Monitored lab results for accuracy and alerted physicians immediately if any abnormalities were detected.
- Assessed, documented, and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
- Contributed to office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Maintained patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies ensuring adequate stock levels were maintained at all times.
- Processed orders for medical supplies and lab equipment.
- Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Certified Medical Assistant
Cassia Regional Hospital
Burley, ID
05.2013 - 05.2015
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits including diagnosis information, treatment notes, prescriptions.
- Administered injections under the direction of a physician.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Monitored lab results for accuracy and alerted physicians immediately if any abnormalities were detected.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
Education
Certified Medical Assistance
College of Southern Idaho
Twin Falls, ID05-2013
High School Diploma -
Declo High School
Declo05-1981
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Treatment delivery
- Accident response
- Respiratory assessment
- Condition reporting
- Direct patient care
- Critical decision-making skills
- Emergency management
- Compassion and empathy
- Basic life support
- CPR and first aid
- Patient triage
- Environmental emergencies
- Cardiac monitoring
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Calm under pressure
- Bleeding control
- Spinal immobilization
Affiliations
- I love biking, walking and my grandkids.
Accomplishments
- I have been the President of Declo QRU
- I am the chairpeson of the Farm agency board in Cassia County
- I am the past president of Magic Valley Medical Assistance
- I am currently the Secratery of the Magic Valley Medical Assistance
Certification
- I have a current EMT-B license in the state of Idaho
- I have a current CMA license in Idaho and am also a member of American Association of Medical Assistance
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Campbell and Anderson
02.2014 - 11.2025
Certified Medical Assistant
Cassia Regional Hospital
05.2013 - 05.2015
EMT-Basic
Declo QRU
05.1989 - Current
Certified Medical Assistance
College of Southern Idaho
High School Diploma -
Declo High School
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