Riley Ballantyne
Cedar Rapids,IA
Summary
Critical Care Paramedic with advanced experience in high-acuity patient care, completing an ASN in June and continuing toward a BSN. Skilled in rapid assessment, prioritization, and team-based care in critical environments, with a focus on transitioning into professional nursing practice.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Critical Care Paramedic
Story County Medical Center
12.2024 - Current
- Provide advanced prehospital emergency care during 911 responses, including cardiac, trauma, respiratory, and neurological emergencies.
- Conduct interfacility transport of high-acuity patients, vasoactive infusions, and advanced airway interventions.
- Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff in the Emergency Department to deliver direct patient care, triage, and stabilization.
Fire Medic
Polk City Fire Department
03.2022 - 01.2025
- Performed firefighting operations including fire suppression, search and rescue, ventilation, and hazardous materials response.
- Delivered prehospital critical care interventions including advanced airway management, cardiac monitoring, IV/IO access, and medication administration.
In Home Care Aide
WesleyLife
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Supported clients in maintaining their independence by assisting with mobility and transfers using proper techniques.
- Improved client satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various needs.
- Developed strong relationships with family members, providing updates on the client''s status and addressing any concerns they may have had about their loved one''s care.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Purdue University Global
06-2026
Critical Care Paramedic Certification -
Des Moines Area Community College
07-2022
Degree Specialization in Organizational Leadership -
Northwestern University
12-2023
Skills
- Advanced life support
- Critical care transport
- Ventilator management
- Cardiac monitoring
- Advanced airway management
- Interfacility transport
- Patient advocacy
- Public education/outreach
Certification
- PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Provider
- FP-C - Flight Paramedic Certified
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- Registered Nurse
Timeline
Critical Care Paramedic
Story County Medical Center
12.2024 - Current
Fire Medic
Polk City Fire Department
03.2022 - 01.2025
In Home Care Aide
WesleyLife
08.2021 - 10.2022
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Purdue University Global
Critical Care Paramedic Certification -
Des Moines Area Community College
Degree Specialization in Organizational Leadership -
Northwestern University