Monika Jones-Higgins
Canyon,TX
Summary
Adaptable Paramedic and Scientist with over 30 years of experience applying exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills. Highly-motivated & creative employee with desire to take on new challenges. Encompassing a strong worth ethic, adaptability, service to others and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Advanced Clinical Research Coordinator
Objective Health
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Followed clinical research protocols and conducted study visits in compliance with ICH/GCP and FDA regulations.
- Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
- Gathered, processed, and shipped lab specimens.
- Enhanced patient safety by meticulously monitoring and documenting adverse events during clinical trials.
- Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and comply with research protocols.
- Oversaw the management of investigational product supplies, ensuring appropriate storage conditions were maintained at all times for optimal efficacy during trials.
- Developed strong relationships with trial sponsors, ensuring ongoing collaboration and future project opportunities.
Field Paramedic
Global Medical Response
08.2021 - 09.2023
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration with fellow paramedics, emergency medical technicians, and other healthcare professionals.
- Built strong relationships with local fire departments, law enforcement agencies, hospitals, dispatch centers to foster an integrated approach towards public safety initiatives.
- Streamlined documentation processes by utilizing electronic patient care reporting systems to ensure timely completion of accurate records for each call attended.
- Reduced response times by maintaining vehicle readiness and ensuring thorough knowledge of local geography.
- Participated in disaster preparedness drills to ensure readiness for potential emergencies such as natural disasters or large-scale accidents.
- Delivered life-saving treatments such as defibrillation, intubation, intravenous therapy, wound care, fracture stabilization, and drug administration following established guidelines.
- Expedited transport decisions by accurately triaging patients based on their medical conditions and prioritizing critical cases.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
Secondary Science and Health Science Teacher
Amarillo ISD
08.2017 - 08.2021
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives while utilizing technology based learning tools.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Provided students with classroom experiences that were engaging and safe to illustrate scientific concepts and promote interest in STEM.
Paramedic
Golden Plains Community Hospital
04.2010 - 05.2019
- Triaged, treated & transported patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Organized supplies and maintained equipment in preparation for ambulance runs and safety needs.
- Utilized proper safety precautions when handling hazardous materials or infectious substances.
- Participated in drills related to disaster preparedness scenarios that included triage assessments.
Paramedic and Assistant Director
Oologah-Talala EMS
04.2001 - 02.2002
- Collaborate with director & board members in establishing and enforcing policies and procedures of the service as inception of the fledgling EMS service.
- Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
- Work with medical director to write protocols and establish standard of care protocols for service.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to operations management.
- Manage payroll and employee records in compliance with state and local laws.
- Ordering capital gains items and writing grant proposals to facilitate acquisition of equipment.
Lab Coordinator
Rogers State University
02.2000 - 12.2000
- Performed administrative duties such as managing lab budgets, ordering supplies, and maintaining inventories.
- Conducted regular reviews of laboratory operations to identify areas for improvement.
- Ensured that all necessary equipment was available prior to each lab session.
- Wrote and Audited Grants to assure compliance guidelines were followed.
Education
Master of Science - Biology-Neurobiology
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Biology With A Minor in Environmental Science
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX08.2011
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OK08.2001
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic Technology
San Jacinto College District
Pasadena, TX12.1996
Skills
- Reporting, Documentation, & patient management
- Safety Protocols
- Critical Decision-Making Skills
- Excellent Multi-Tasker
- Supply Inventory Management
- Proven Leader
- Organized
- Grant Writing and Compliance
- Payroll management
- Fluent in LMS technology
- Good Clinical Practices
- Electronic Data Capture
- Documentation Management
- Informed consent
- Study protocols
- Patient recruitment
- Investigational product management
- Phlebotomy
- Participant screening
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Airway Management
- Intravenous therapy
- Vital signs monitoring
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Ethical Practice
- Hazardous Materials Awareness
- Vital sign assessment
- IV Insertion
- Patient Management
- Medication Administration
- Patient Examination
- Documentation And Reporting
- Treatment Planning
- Triaging
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Team Collaboration
- Multi-patient Triage
- Professionalism
Certification
- Licensed Paramedic - TX - 52377
- Secondary Composite Science & Health Science Educator
- Certified Fibroscan Technician
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
Timeline
Advanced Clinical Research Coordinator
Objective Health
01.2024 - 07.2024
Field Paramedic
Global Medical Response
08.2021 - 09.2023
Secondary Science and Health Science Teacher
Amarillo ISD
08.2017 - 08.2021
Paramedic
Golden Plains Community Hospital
04.2010 - 05.2019
Paramedic and Assistant Director
Oologah-Talala EMS
04.2001 - 02.2002
Lab Coordinator
Rogers State University
02.2000 - 12.2000
Master of Science - Biology-Neurobiology
West Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science - Biology With A Minor in Environmental Science
West Texas A&M University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Tulsa Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic Technology
San Jacinto College District
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