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Reatha Strickland

Iowa,LA

Summary

I am a motivated, disciplined, reliable, and driven individual/ mother. I am very eager to expand my knowledge and become a valuable asset to your team. My goal is to comfortably support my family, while having a fulfilling career where I can continue to help be the difference I want to see in our world. I have embarked on many different work experiences in my life, and corrections/law enforcement has become one of my root passions. If given the opportunity to join your work force, I will show you through dedication and hard working action on what I am capable of.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Dispatcher

Iowa Police Department

12.2023 - 02.2024

Provided critical support during emergencies, coordinating resources and relaying vital information between agencies for efficient response efforts.
Contributed to department''s overall safety by consistently monitoring officer locations and providing timely assistance when needed.
Managed high-stress situations effectively, utilizing active listening skills and empathy to provide support to those involved in emergencies or traumatic events.
Supported public safety initiatives by gathering relevant data from callers for accurate dispatching of appropriate resources.
Received public emergency and non-emergency calls and supervised response prioritization in order to effectively dispatch official units such as police, fire, and EMS while tracking data in real-time environments.
Completed appropriate forms and radio announcements for police department needs such as BOLO requests.
Automated document flow by ensuring logbooks and fire, accident, and emergency reports were maintained with 100% accuracy.

Administrative Assistant/Customer Service Lead Trainer

Patel McDonalds

01.2021 - 11.2023

Facilitated timely delivery of special projects to meet organizational and departmental objectives.
Processed customer orders accurately and within agreed timeframes to meet service standards.
Developed strategies to streamline and improve office procedures.
Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Child Care Provider

Kid Krewe Child Care

01.2016 - 07.2020

Managed daily routines including meals, naptime, and outdoor play sessions to maintain consistency for the children.
Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
Strengthened parent-child relationships by offering guidance on effective parenting strategies based on observations and experience.
Supported child development through implementing various educational programs tailored to individual needs.
Assisted children with homework and school projects, reinforcing learning concepts introduced in the classroom.
Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.

68W Combat Medic

US Army

10.2010 - 09.2015

Increased soldier morale by addressing mental health concerns promptly, connecting them to appropriate resources and support networks.
Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate and life-saving medical care.
Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
Reduced recovery time for injured soldiers through effective triage and emergency medical treatment.
Used defibrillators and oxygen tanks during patient care and transport, increasing chances of survival.
Safeguarded fellow soldiers'' health through administering immunizations and monitoring their ongoing health status during deployments.
Provided CPR and used automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to revive patients in cardiac arrest.
Demonstrated knowledge of pharmacological agents and safely administered medications in stressful field settings.
Recognized and treated medical conditions with proven techniques, equipment, and knowledge of medical and military protocols.
Implemented preventative medicine measures within the unit, reducing instances of disease and non-combat related injuries.
Maintained medical supplies inventory, ensuring timely resupply and availability during critical operations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Louisiana Youth Challenge Program

Minden, LA

2010

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Temple College

Temple, TX

EMT -

Academy of Military Health Sciences

San Antonio, TX

2011