Mayra A. Bernard
Lompoc,CA
Summary
Adaptable Paramedic with great emergency medical skills and critical thinking abilities. Proven leadership illustrated over 15 years of excellent emergency medical performance. Dedicated to fast-paced and compassionate care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Lompoc Valley Medical Center: Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted nurses in providing quality patient care through accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and timely communication of changes.
- Supported interdisciplinary team collaboration through effective communication regarding patient status and needs, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed multiple priorities effectively, balancing surveillance of multiple patients while also addressing urgent issues as they arose.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when analyzing cardiac patterns for subtle yet significant changes that could indicate potential complications or emergencies.
Paramedic
HCA West Florida Hospital
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Updated patient charts with data such as treatments to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Maintained clean and sanitary environment in emergency department to meet hygiene measures.
- Inserted peripheral IVs and administered non-medication IV fluids.
Paramedic
Escambia County Public Safety
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
CPR Instructor/ACLS Instructor
American Heart Association, AHA
03.2006 - 10.2022
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
- Evaluated students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
Paramedic Skills Instructor
National College Of Technical Instruction (NCTI)
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Field Paramedic/Paramedic Preceptor
American Medical Response, AMR
04.2014 - 09.2022
- Proctored skills testing and conducted interviews to applicants in hiring events.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Trained Paramedic Interns on proper protocols and procedures.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as ET tubes, medications, and IV tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
EMT-B/EMT-B FTO/Paramedic
San Luis Ambulance Service
04.2008 - 04.2020
- Activated MCI county response, acted as medical IC, coordinated with all county hospitals for patient triage handling and coordinated transports with all incoming ambulances in mass causality incidents.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as ET tubes, medications, and IV tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
Paramedic Skills Instructor
Cuesta College
08.2015 - 05.2018
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
EMT Skills Instrutor
Allan Hancock Community College
03.2006 - 05.2013
- Delivered individualized instruction on observation, assessment, decision-making and patient health teaching.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
EMT-Basic
Cambria Community Healthcare District
01.2009 - 04.2011
- Responded to emergencies by choosing route, observing traffic conditions and avoiding dangerous situations by maintaining communications with dispatcher.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Removed victims from vehicles or scene of accident or catastrophe and assisted in transfer to receiving facilities.
Non-Emergency Transportation Driver
American Medical Response, AMR
08.2007 - 07.2008
- Transported patients and clientele using power lifts in transport vans between medical facilities.
- Delivered passengers to destinations safely and on time.
- Safely secured clientele in wheelchairs to the van for successful and safe transportation.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to identify maintenance needs and handle regular upkeep
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Public Health
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2025
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Santa Barbara Business College - Santa Maria
Santa Maria, CA12.2006
Skills
- Critical Decision-Making Skills
- IV Medication Administration
- Performing and Interpreting EKGs
- Endotracheal Intubation
- Airway Management
- Multi-Patient Triage
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Defibrillation and Resuscitation
- Psychiatric Assessment
- Labor and Delivery Support
Certification
- Certified BLS CPR, AHA
- Certified ACLS Provider, AHA
- Certified PALS Provider, AHA
- NREMT Certified
- ITLS Certified
- Paramedic California State Licensed
- Paramedic Florida State Licensed
- RSI trained and certified in Florida State
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Lompoc Valley Medical Center: Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Paramedic
HCA West Florida Hospital
08.2023 - 12.2023
Paramedic
Escambia County Public Safety
07.2023 - 12.2023
Paramedic Skills Instructor
National College Of Technical Instruction (NCTI)
01.2021 - 10.2022
Paramedic Skills Instructor
Cuesta College
08.2015 - 05.2018
Field Paramedic/Paramedic Preceptor
American Medical Response, AMR
04.2014 - 09.2022
EMT-Basic
Cambria Community Healthcare District
01.2009 - 04.2011
EMT-B/EMT-B FTO/Paramedic
San Luis Ambulance Service
04.2008 - 04.2020
Non-Emergency Transportation Driver
American Medical Response, AMR
08.2007 - 07.2008
CPR Instructor/ACLS Instructor
American Heart Association, AHA
03.2006 - 10.2022
EMT Skills Instrutor
Allan Hancock Community College
03.2006 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - International Public Health
Arizona State University
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Santa Barbara Business College - Santa Maria
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