Melissa Thomason
Yukon,OK
Summary
Focused ER nurse well-versed in patient assessment and emergency care. Reliable and efficient with 26 years of quality performance as a paramedic. Accustomed to providing critical care in dynamic environments.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Barnes Jewish Hospital- Progress West
O'fallon , MO
07.2022 - 02.2024
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Paramedic
SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis
Bridgeton , MO
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient condition and treatment plans.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
Flight Paramedic
HCA Mediflight Of Oklahoma
Chickasha , OK
10.2008 - 05.2009
- Provided visual guidance, navigation and radio communications assistance to pilot.
- Interpreted limited histories and used physical examinations to identify potential underlying critical issues.
- Administered first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in pre-hospital settings.
- Operated electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators or bag valve mask resuscitators in advanced life support environments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Paramedic
EMSstat EMS- Norman Regional Hospital
Norman , OK
08.1995 - 03.2018
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, oxygen therapy, wound care, patient history elicitation and splinting.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Responded to 12-18 daily emergencies per 24 hr shift, working alongside first responders.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
St Charles Community College
City Of Saint Peters, MO05.2022
Associate Degree in Applied Science - Paramedic
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK05.1995
Skills
- Medical Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Care
- Critical Care
- Ultrasound IV proficient
- Supply Restocking
- Compassion and Empathy
- Relationship Building
Certification
State of OK & MO Paramedic license
BLS Provider
ACLS Provider
PALS Provider
NRP
Advanced 12-lead
Hazmat Ops
ICS 100/200/700
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Barnes Jewish Hospital- Progress West
07.2022 - 02.2024
Paramedic
SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis
07.2021 - 11.2022
Flight Paramedic
HCA Mediflight Of Oklahoma
10.2008 - 05.2009
Paramedic
EMSstat EMS- Norman Regional Hospital
08.1995 - 03.2018
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
St Charles Community College
Associate Degree in Applied Science - Paramedic
Oklahoma City Community College
State of OK & MO Paramedic license
BLS Provider
ACLS Provider
PALS Provider
NRP
Advanced 12-lead
Hazmat Ops
ICS 100/200/700
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