Maritza Graham
Perth Amboy
Summary
Experienced Paramedic and Registered Nursing student with over 10 years of progressive experience in emergency and acute care environments. Strong background in Advanced Life Support (ALS), trauma response, airway management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Currently in the fourth semester of an RN program (GPA 3.4) with diverse clinical experience in ICU, medical-surgical, psychiatric, maternity, hospice, and emergency care. Accepted into RN-to-BSN programs and committed to advancing professional nursing practice. Bilingual English/Spanish healthcare professional dedicated to compassionate, patient-centered care and advocacy.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Atlantic Health System
NJ
11.2021 - Current
- Provide Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) in prehospital emergency settings
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments across the lifespan
- Administer emergency medications and advanced airway interventions under Medical Control Physician direction
- Lead EMS response during high-acuity medical and trauma situations
- Safely transport patients and transfer care to receiving hospital teams
- Maintain accurate electronic documentation in compliance with EMS standards
Paramedic
University Hospital
Newark, NJ
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Delivered ALS and BLS care in high-volume urban emergency response environment
- Managed critically ill medical and trauma patients
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care
- Completed detailed and compliant patient documentation
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
New Brunswick, NJ
05.2019 - 12.2021
- Responded to emergency and non-emergency calls
- Performed rapid patient assessments and initiated appropriate interventions
- Assisted ALS providers during advanced procedures
- Provided safe and efficient patient transport
Endoscopy Technician
Endoscopy Suite Partners
Old Bridge, NJ
11.2015 - 01.2021
- Processed and sterilized endoscopic equipment
- Ensured compliance with infection prevention and sterilization protocols
- Assisted during endoscopy, colonoscopy, and bronchoscopy procedures
Patient Care Technician – Emergency Department
JFK Medical Center
Edison, NJ
01.2016 - 06.2019
- Monitored vital signs and cardiac rhythms
- Assisted with EKGs, glucose monitoring, and cardiac monitoring
- Performed CPR and emergency interventions
- Transported patients to diagnostic and inpatient units
- Coordinated admissions and consultant communication
Clinical Technician / Phlebotomy Support
Raritan Bay Medical Center
Perth Amboy, NJ
05.2013 - 06.2018
- Obtained vital signs and performed EKGs
- Conducted blood glucose monitoring
- Performed phlebotomy under RN/Physician supervision
- Assisted with cardiac monitoring and CPR
- Transported patients for diagnostic procedures
Accounting Assistant
Power Magne Tech
Perth Amboy, NJ
01.2012 - 08.2012
- Managed customer service, billing, and reconciliation
- Coordinated shipping and financial documentation
Social Worker
Board of Education & Children International
Ecuador
01.1989 - 01.2001
- Provided psychosocial assessments and support services to individuals and families
- Assisted vulnerable populations with access to community and healthcare resources
- Advocated for patient rights and social services support
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to promote holistic care
Education
Registered Nursing Program (RN) -
Holy Name Sister Claire Tynan School of Nursing
Englewood Cliffs, NJ05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Paramedic Program
Union County College
01-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Bachelors Degree
01-1989
Skills
- Advanced Life Support (ALS)
- Critical Care & Emergency Response
- Airway Management
- Trauma Assessment
- Cardiac Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Infection Prevention
- Patient Advocacy
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Bilingual: English / Spanish
Scholarships Honors
- Jeremiah and Yolanda Ciancia Scholarship – RN Program
- Kennedy-Waddell Memorial Scholarship – RN Program
- Honors in Social Science – Social Work
Certifications
ACLS
PALS
PHTLS
BLS-CPR
FEMA NIMS Series
Difficult Airway Course – EMS
CEVO III
Certified Emergency Medical Technician
Qualified Spanish Medical Interpreter
Accomplishments
Jeremiah and Yolanda Ciancia Scholarship – RN Program
Kennedy-Waddell Memorial Scholarship – RN Program
Honors in Social Science – Social Work
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Professional References
- Professor Natalie Hanikeh, MSN, RN, Instructor, Holy Name Sister Claire Tynan School of Nursing, 333 Hudson Terrace, Englewood Cliffs, NJ, 07632, nhanikeh@hnmcson.org, 551-248-4608
- Kevin C. McElroy, Assistant Manager, Mobile Intensive Care Unit, Atlantic Health System, 201-919-5734, kevin.mcelroy@atlantichealth.org
Timeline
Paramedic
Atlantic Health System
11.2021 - Current
Paramedic
University Hospital
01.2021 - 03.2022
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
05.2019 - 12.2021
Patient Care Technician – Emergency Department
JFK Medical Center
01.2016 - 06.2019
Endoscopy Technician
Endoscopy Suite Partners
11.2015 - 01.2021
Clinical Technician / Phlebotomy Support
Raritan Bay Medical Center
05.2013 - 06.2018
Accounting Assistant
Power Magne Tech
01.2012 - 08.2012
Social Worker
Board of Education & Children International
01.1989 - 01.2001
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Paramedic Program
Union County College
Registered Nursing Program (RN) -
Holy Name Sister Claire Tynan School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Bachelors Degree