Michelle Damian
Islip Terrace,NY
Summary
Hardworking, dedicated, and reliable professional with a rich background in healthcare and emergency services, including a role at Erie County Medical Center. Excelling in patient care and emergency response, in a high-pressure environment, enhancing patient outcomes as an EMT. Demonstrated dependability and effective communication, enhancing patient outcomes and safety. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver and Dispatcher
Suffolk Transportation Service Inc.
07.2018 - Current
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
- Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
- Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
Emergency Medical Technician
Rural Metro Medical Services
01.2002 - 01.2005
- 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.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
Nursing Assistant in Emergency Department
Erie County Medical Center
11.2003 - 09.2004
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Autumn View Healthcare Facility
12.1997 - 01.2002
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY06.2026
Associate of Science - Nursing (ADN)
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY05.2024
Skills
- Dependable and reliable
- Effective communication skills
- Safety-focused
- Punctuality
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Patient and family advocacy
Timeline
School Bus Driver and Dispatcher
Suffolk Transportation Service Inc.
07.2018 - Current
Nursing Assistant in Emergency Department
Erie County Medical Center
11.2003 - 09.2004
Emergency Medical Technician
Rural Metro Medical Services
01.2002 - 01.2005
Certified Nursing Assistant
Autumn View Healthcare Facility
12.1997 - 01.2002
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
SUNY Stony Brook
Associate of Science - Nursing (ADN)
Suffolk County Community College
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