Melinda Trost, RN
Alamo,CA
Summary
Dynamic Flight Paramedic and aspiring RN with 13 years of critical care transport experience and 20+ years in EMS. Skilled in advanced patient care across neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations. Recognized for calm leadership, mentoring future clinicians, and delivering high-quality care under pressure. Committed to safety, clinical excellence, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Flight Paramedic
REACH Air Medical
03.2013 - Current
- Manage high-acuity critical care transport for all patient populations.
- Deliver advanced airway management, ventilator support, and pharmacologic interventions for interfacility and 911 transports.
- Mentor new crew members and promote crew resource management.
- Recognized for decisive leadership in high-pressure emergency environments.
- Base lead for 10+ years.
PICU Critical Care Support Technician
UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland
08.2009 - Current
- Assist RNs with pediatric critical care and bedside procedures
- Perform 12-lead EKGs and support diagnostic workflows
- Transport critically ill pediatric patients throughout the hospital and at discharge
- Stock and manage ICU supplies to support patient safety and efficiency
Paramedic
American Medical Response (AMR)
03.2009 - 10.2023
- Delivered prehospital advanced life support (ALS) care, including patient assessment, stabilization, and transport across medical and traumatic emergencies
- Communicated clinical findings and interventions to receiving hospitals to support continuity of care
- Collaborated with fire, law enforcement, and emergency departments in high-stress, time-critical situations
- Precepted and mentored EMTs and paramedic interns, supporting skill development and clinical decision-making
Volunteer
Pacific Union College Medical Mission
03.2026 - 03.2026
- Provided community health support through dental, medical, and vision clinics, home visits, and health education in a resource‑limited international setting
- Demonstrated cultural humility, adaptability, and collaboration while promoting preventive health
Education
Bachelor in Science of Nursing (BSN) -
Pacific Union College
Angwin, CA08-2026
Nursing Program - Registered Nurse
Pacific Union College
Angwin, CA06-2025
Paramedic Program - undefined
NCTI
Hercules, CA01-2005
BS - Liberal Studies, Teaching Credential
CSU Hayward
Hayward, CA01-1998
Skills
- Critical Care & Emergency Management
Critical care transport, trauma resuscitation, emergency stabilization, and crisis decision‑making across neonatal, pediatric, and adult populations - Advanced Airway & Ventilatory Support
Advanced airway management, ALS interventions, ventilator setup and adjustments, including high‑frequency ventilation (HFV) and inhaled Nitric Oxide (iNO) - Cardiac & Hemodynamic Monitoring
Continuous cardiac monitoring and rhythm interpretation; monitoring and support of IABP and Impella devices
- Medication & Infusion Management
IV medication administration, continuous infusions, vasoactive drip titration, and infusion pump management - Interdisciplinary Care & Patient Education
Effective collaboration within high‑acuity teams and provision of patient and family education during acute and transitional care - Clinical Education & Leadership
Advanced clinical instructor and preceptor; led scenario‑based simulation training, competency assessment, and maintained adherence to safety and clinical protocols
Certification
- California RN License #95430950
- Registered Nurse - Graduated 06/2025
- AHA ACLS, PALS, BLS - 04/2028,
- NRP - 01/2027
- STABLE - 03/2027
- PHTLS - 01/2030
- CA Paramedic - 10/2026
- FP-C - 08/2027
- NALS Instructor - 05/2027
- BLS Instructor - 04/2028
Timeline
Volunteer
Pacific Union College Medical Mission
03.2026 - 03.2026
Flight Paramedic
REACH Air Medical
03.2013 - Current
PICU Critical Care Support Technician
UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland
08.2009 - Current
Paramedic
American Medical Response (AMR)
03.2009 - 10.2023
Paramedic Program - undefined
NCTI
BS - Liberal Studies, Teaching Credential
CSU Hayward
Bachelor in Science of Nursing (BSN) -
Pacific Union College
Nursing Program - Registered Nurse
Pacific Union College