Melissa Stewart
Athens ,TN
Summary
Dynamic EMT-Basic with AMR, skilled in critical decision-making and patient assessments. Proven ability to triage effectively in emergencies while maintaining calm under pressure. Adept at vital sign monitoring and record keeping, ensuring high-quality patient care and safety. Committed to fostering teamwork and clear communication in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT-Basic
AMR
06.2025 - Current
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
EMT-Basic
AMR
12.2024 - Current
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- 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.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
Unarmed Security Officer
Synergy
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Directed guests around building and answered accessibility questions.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through excellent teamwork and collaboration with colleagues.
- Watched different facility areas from central location via different CCTV feeds, obtaining maximum coverage of important areas.
Front Desk Receptionist
Etowah Community Center
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
- Delivered outstanding first impressions by warmly greeting visitors upon arrival at the front desk.
Education
EMT-B
Cleveland State Community College
Cleveland, TN12.2024
Central HighSchool Of McMinn County
Englewood05.2024
Skills
- Basic life support
- Vital sign assessment
- Critical decision-making skills
- Patient assessments
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR and first aid
- Triaging
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Patient care
- Clear communication
- Compassion and empathy
- Calm under pressure
- Medical terminology
- Record keeping
Certification
CPR/BLS
Timeline
EMT-Basic
AMR
06.2025 - Current
EMT-Basic
AMR
12.2024 - Current
Unarmed Security Officer
Synergy
08.2024 - 01.2025
Front Desk Receptionist
Etowah Community Center
07.2023 - 08.2024
EMT-B
Cleveland State Community College
Central HighSchool Of McMinn County