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Melissa Wilson

Spokane,WA

Summary

Focused Paramedic well-versed in patient assessment and emergency care. Reliable and efficient with 24 years of quality performance in patient-facing. Accustomed to providing critical care in dynamic environments. Resourceful Paramedic that has been handling medical emergencies. Expertise in monitoring cardiac conditions and EKG readings and executing placement of peripheral, central and intraosseous lines. In-depth knowledge of testing, maintaining and using medical and rescue equipment. Quick-witted professional committed to providing patient-focused delivery of care and treatment.

Coordinated and diligent activity coordinator skilled in student behavior management and redirection. Supports faculty and classroom needs with proactive and diligent approach. Passionate about helping students and offers proven skills developed over 3 years of related experience. Versed in school standards and strategies to optimize learning for students with range of .

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Medical Technician

American Medical Response, AMR
07.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all involved parties by adhering to strict safety measures during emergency situations.
  • Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
  • Ensured ongoing compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing EMS through adherence to policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Emergency Medical Technician

Wellstar Heath System
01.2001 - 06.2023
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
  • Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
  • Recruited and orientating new staff, providing direct supervision and staff assignments, quality assurance for patient care reports as well as transfer/transport scheduling from local hospital .

Paraprofessional Educator

Griffin-Spalding County School System
03.2015 - 05.2023
  • Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
  • Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.

Education

No Degree - Paramedic Certification

Clayton State University
Morrow, GA
05.2005

Skills

  • Safety Understanding
  • Activity Planning
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Special Education
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Patient Immobilization

Affiliations

  • American Heart Associations
  • National Registry OF Emergency Medical Technicians
  • NAEMT

Certification

  • Licensed Paramedic - NREMT 2025-2027
  • Licensed Paramedic - Georgia 2025-2027
  • Instructor, AHA - BLS, ACLS, PALS

Timeline

Emergency Medical Technician

American Medical Response, AMR
07.2023 - Current

Paraprofessional Educator

Griffin-Spalding County School System
03.2015 - 05.2023

Emergency Medical Technician

Wellstar Heath System
01.2001 - 06.2023

No Degree - Paramedic Certification

Clayton State University

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