PEARL VELA
Los Angeles
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate EMT of several years seeking a hospital-based position where I can provide high-quality patient care in high-pressure situations, support emergency department operations, and contribute to a collaborative healthcare team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
Martin Luther King Jr. Community Hospital
Los Angeles
02.2023 - 12.2024
- Responded quickly to life-threatening emergencies by utilizing appropriate assessment techniques, triage protocols and stabilization measures to patients of all ages.
- Performed CPR with use of AED, performed EKG’s.
- Obtain/document all vital signs and visual aquities.
- Managed the procedure room (coordinated with doctors, chaperoned,prepared patients, and set up procedure trays.
- Provided education to patients regarding their condition, treatment plan and care instructions.
- Observed mental health patients and recorded and documented necessary data and updates.
Elementary School Substitute Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
City Of Los Angeles
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors and participation.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning while implementing lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
EMT
AMR
Irwindale
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Experience in 911 calls,IFT’s,Critical Care Transfers and MCI’s.
- Perform Trauma and Medical Assessments.
- Given report and obtained report from nurses, LACFD, and communicated with dispatchers to arrange logistics for patient transport.
- Drove/operated emergency vehicles with caution while remaining level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
Monitor Technician /Clerk
PIH Health Hospital Downey
Downey
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Determine, read, measure and recognize abnormal rhythms to inform nurses of any document changes made to patient status.
- Provide admit/discharge strips for patient folders and update any changes made to EKG rhythms through live monitoring.
- Perform all clerical duties, update nurse board,answer phone calls, placed orders, dietary needs, admit/DC patients , create staff schedules and coverage .
Early Education Center Aide
LAUSD
City Of Los Angeles
01.2015 - 12.2021
- Supervised, established and maintained a safe supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
- Assisted children in developing fine motor skills in preparation for preschool/kindergarten.
- Read stories to children and facilitated discussions.
EMT
Medical & Safety Inc.
Long Beach
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Applied splints, perform wound care, stitch/suture removal and various irrigations.
- Safely transferred patients to wheelchairs ,stretchers, gurneys and hospital beds for intake.
Anesthesia Department Volunteer
Keck Medical Center of USC
Los Angeles, United States
09.2014 - 01.2015
- Stock operating carts/rooms for surgical procedures and trained others in computer applications.
- Perform clerical duties, maintain and update, sort inventory, mail, and database systems, and order supplies needed.
Education
Bachelor Of Applied Science - Biology
California State University
City Of Los Angeles, CA05.2019
High School Diploma -
Francisco Bravo Medical Magnet High School
Los Angeles, CA06.2013
Skills
- Empathetic, Compassionate & Kind
- Analytical, Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking
- Clerical Skills/Computer/Communication Skills
- Self-Motivated, Determined, Team Player
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology
- Organization and Time Management
- Teaching/childcare
- Spanish speaking
Certification
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
- EKG Technician
- BlS for Healthcare Providers
- Ambulance Driver’s License
- FEMA ICS 100,200,700,800
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Martin Luther King Jr. Community Hospital
02.2023 - 12.2024
EMT
AMR
08.2022 - 02.2023
Monitor Technician /Clerk
PIH Health Hospital Downey
04.2022 - 08.2022
Elementary School Substitute Teacher
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
01.2022 - 01.2024
EMT
Medical & Safety Inc.
06.2021 - 10.2021
Early Education Center Aide
LAUSD
01.2015 - 12.2021
Anesthesia Department Volunteer
Keck Medical Center of USC
09.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor Of Applied Science - Biology
California State University
High School Diploma -
Francisco Bravo Medical Magnet High School