Rebekah Rifenbark
Folkston
Summary
Compassionate Advanced EMT skilled in advanced life support, critical decision-making, and patient care. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure, ensuring high-quality emergency response and collaborative patient care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced EMT
Brantley County EMS
Nahunta, GA
10.2024 - Current
- Provided advanced emergency medical care to patients in critical situations.
- Operated life support equipment, ensuring optimal functionality during emergencies.
- Assisted in patient assessment and triage to determine immediate care needs.
- Collaborated with paramedics and healthcare professionals on treatment plans.
- Documented patient information accurately for continuity of care and records management.
- Maintained cleanliness and readiness of emergency medical equipment and vehicles.
- Enhanced patient care by providing advanced life support and administering medications in emergency situations.
- Responded efficiently to a wide variety of medical emergencies by utilizing advanced clinical decision-making skills.
- Provided compassionate care to patients of all ages, earning commendations from patients and colleagues for professionalism and empathy.
- Administered intravenous fluids as necessary to stabilize patients'' conditions before arrival at the hospital facilities.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying critical needs and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
McIntosh County EMS
Darien, GA
10.2024 - Current
- Administered advanced life support techniques during emergency medical situations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient care and transport.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients' conditions for accurate treatment plans.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, demonstrating strong decision-making skills under pressure.
- Utilized medical equipment effectively, including defibrillators and cardiac monitors.
- Documented patient information and treatment provided in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Managed challenging situations involving behavioral health crises with calm professionalism and appropriate interventions.
- Performed regular equipment checks on emergency vehicles to maintain peak performance during critical responses.
- Ensured consistent inventory levels of medical equipment, managing supplies for optimal EMS response times.
- Provided compassionate care to patients, addressing concerns and ensuring their comfort during transport.
Advance EMT
Medtrust EMS
Waycross, GA
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Administered advanced life support interventions to stabilize patients in critical conditions.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient care during transport.
- Operated and maintained medical equipment, ensuring readiness for emergency situations.
- Evaluated patient conditions and adjusted treatment plans based on evolving needs.
Patient Care Technician
Southeast Georgia Health Systen Camden
St. Marys, GA
01.2019 - 07.2024
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during treatment procedures.
- Assisted nursing staff in monitoring vital signs and documenting patient progress accurately.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to promote infection control and patient safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
Advanced EMT
Charlton County EMS
Folkston, GA
08.2017 - 09.2022
- Administer emergency medical care and support during high-pressure situations.
- Perform patient assessments to determine treatment priorities and interventions.
- Operate advanced life support equipment efficiently in field environments.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient transport and care plans.
- Delivered high-quality pre-hospital emergency care, reducing hospital admission times and improving patient outcomes.
- Performed advanced airway management techniques, resulting in improved oxygenation and ventilation for patients with respiratory distress.
- Maintained detailed records of patient conditions, treatments, and responses to facilitate seamless transitions between healthcare providers.
- Ensured quality control measures were followed regarding medication administration procedures within the ambulance service environment.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Charlton Christian Academy
FolkstonSkills
- Airway management
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced life support
- Cardiac monitoring
- Basic life support
- Patient care
- Multitasking and organization
- Safe driving
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Vital sign assessment
- Bleeding control
- Calm under pressure
- CPR and first aid
Timeline
Advanced EMT
Brantley County EMS
10.2024 - Current
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
McIntosh County EMS
10.2024 - Current
Advance EMT
Medtrust EMS
07.2024 - 10.2024
Patient Care Technician
Southeast Georgia Health Systen Camden
01.2019 - 07.2024
Advanced EMT
Charlton County EMS
08.2017 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Charlton Christian Academy