PAIGE V. WRIGHT
Cameron,NC
Summary
Registered Nurse graduate with seven years as a paramedic, including ICU nursing and 911 EMS experience managing high-acuity patients. Skilled in rapid assessment, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary communication under time-sensitive conditions. Calm performance in complex situations to support safe, patient-centered care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic, Casual Part-Time
FirstHealth of the Carolinas
Pinehurst, NC
03.2024 - Current
- Managed and titrated vasoactive infusions, stabilizing patient conditions during interfacility transport.
- Monitored cardiac and hemodynamic status, providing continuous reassessments to enhance patient safety.
- Transported critically ill patients between facilities, ensuring timely access to advanced care.
Paramedic
Moore County Public Safety (EMS)
Carthage, NC
01.2019 - Current
- Provided advanced life support for critically ill and injured patients in high-acuity prehospital settings.
- Conducted rapid patient assessments, identified critical changes in condition, and prioritized care based on acuity to ensure timely interventions.
- Read cardiac rhythms and administered emergency medications per agency protocol.
- Completed rapid patient assessments, identified changes in condition, and prioritized care by acuity.
- Facilitated clear clinical handoffs to emergency department teams, enhancing care continuity and patient safety.
- Mentored new staff and students as preceptor, fostering skill development and integration into the team.
Registered Nurse, ICU Residency Program
FirstHealth of the Carolinas
Pinehurst, NC
07.2026 - 09.2026
- Completed rotations in cardiothoracic surgical ICU, medical-neuro ICU, and coronary care ICU to gain comprehensive critical care experience.
- Monitored patients requiring continuous cardiac and hemodynamic support, including IABP, transvenous pacemakers, Swan-Ganz catheters, and external ventricular drain.
- Completed focused and comprehensive patient assessments, tracked condition changes, and escalated concerns promptly.
- Administered vasoactive medications according to established protocols. and sedatives per protocol.
- Documented assessments, interventions, and clinical updates in Epic to ensure accurate patient records and facilitate care continuity.
Nurse Extern, Coronary Care ICU
FirstHealth of the Carolinas
Pinehurst, NC
03.2026 - 05.2026
- Assisted bedside RNs in delivering care to high-acuity cardiac and critically ill patients in the coronary care ICU.
- Developed skills in cardiac monitoring, focused assessment, and early recognition of patient deterioration through interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Completed training to strengthen nursing skills within a clinical environment.
Field Training Officer
Moore County Public Safety (EMS)
Carthage, NC
04.2025 - 05.2026
- Provided real-time coaching during high-stress critical situations, demonstrating professionalism and clear communication to support optimal patient outcomes.
- Trained and evaluated new paramedics and EMTs in assessment, clinical judgment, protocol adherence, and patient safety to enhance overall team capability.
- Facilitated monthly on-shift training sessions to reinforce skills and knowledge among team members.
- Assisted staff through targeted remediation efforts to enhance their performance.
- Completed quality checks of electronic health records to confirm patient interventions were documented and aligned with protocols.
Nurse Extern, Emergency Department
FirstHealth of the Carolinas
Pinehurst, NC
12.2025 - 03.2026
- Conducted patient assessments, cardiac monitoring, blood glucose checks, and ECG acquisition to ensure timely interventions.
- Monitored patient conditions and facilitated quick responses during emergency and trauma situations to support critical care.
- Collaborated with RNs to deliver care for high-acuity emergency department patients, enhancing patient outcomes.
Adjunct EMS Instructor
Richmond Community College
Hamlet, NC
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Facilitated lectures, demonstrations, and training sessions to enhance student understanding of EMS principles.
- Supervised students during basic medical procedures on high-fidelity mannequins or simulated patients.
- Guided students through clinical preparation and field expectations.
- Evaluated student performance during skills practice and simulations to identify areas for improvement.
- Ensured classroom safety and enforced EMS program policies to create a secure learning environment.
Paramedic
Marlboro County EMS
Bennettesville, SC
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Delivered prehospital care in rural EMS system to ensure timely medical attention.
- Monitored and stabilized patients during extended transports to maintain critical health status.
- Evaluated patient conditions and coordinated transfers to optimal out-of-county facilities.
- Worked with air care crews when distance from a trauma center required transport support.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Nursing
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC12-2027
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) - Nursing
Richmond Community College
Hamlet, NC05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Medical Care
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC12-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Science
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC05-2019
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC05-2019
Skills
- Trauma care
- Cardiac rhythm interpretation
- Medication titration
- CPR and code management
- Emergency response
- Epic charting
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Lifepack and Zoll operation
Certification
Registered Nurse, Expires May 2028
Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, Expires 04/27
Advanced Cardiac Life Support, American Heart Association, Expires 02/28
Pediatric Advanced Life Support, American Heart Association, Expires 03/27
National Registry Paramedic, National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, Expires 03/31/2028
North Carolina Paramedic, Expires 05/2027
NCOEMS Level I Paramedic Instructor, Expires 09/30/2027
Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, Expires 04/27
Advanced Cardiac Life Support, American Heart Association, Expires 02/28
Pediatric Advanced Life Support, American Heart Association, Expires 03/27
National Registry Paramedic, National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, Expires 03/31/2028
North Carolina Paramedic, Expires 05/2027
NCOEMS Level I Paramedic Instructor, Expires 09/30/2027
Clinical Experience
Labor and Delivery, Scotland Memorial Hospital, Laurinburg, NC - 12 hours
Richmond County Health Department, Rockingham, NC - 8 hours
Inpatient Oncology, Firsthealth Moore Regional, Pinehurst, NC - 12 hours
Cardiac Specialty Unit, Firsthealth Moore Regional, Pinehurst, NC - 96 hours
Surgical Unit, Firsthealth Moore Regional, Pinehurst, NC - 96 hours
Coronary Care Unit (ICU) Preceptorship, Firsthealth Moore Regional, Pinehurst, NC - 120 hrs.
- Completed 120 hours of senior nursing capstone/preceptorship experience in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CCU) at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital. Provided care for critically ill cardiac patients under the supervision of an experienced RN preceptor, including post-cardiac procedure patients such as those following cardiac catheterization. Gained experience with vasoactive medication titration, intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP), Swan-Ganz catheters and pulmonary artery pressure monitoring, transvenous pacemakers, and cardiac rhythm interpretation.
ICU, ED, Medical/surgical unit, Firsthealth Richmond Memorial, Rockingham, NC - 96 hrs
Timeline
Registered Nurse, ICU Residency Program
FirstHealth of the Carolinas
07.2026 - 09.2026
Nurse Extern, Coronary Care ICU
FirstHealth of the Carolinas
03.2026 - 05.2026
Nurse Extern, Emergency Department
FirstHealth of the Carolinas
12.2025 - 03.2026
Field Training Officer
Moore County Public Safety (EMS)
04.2025 - 05.2026
Paramedic, Casual Part-Time
FirstHealth of the Carolinas
03.2024 - Current
Adjunct EMS Instructor
Richmond Community College
10.2021 - 05.2023
Paramedic
Marlboro County EMS
06.2019 - 01.2020
Paramedic
Moore County Public Safety (EMS)
01.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Nursing
Western Carolina University
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) - Nursing
Richmond Community College
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Medical Care
Western Carolina University
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Science
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Fayetteville Technical Community College