River Creger
Nursing
Reno,NV
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Summary
Fast-thinking and medical professional with 3+ years of experience. Known for efficiency and accuracy in stressful situations with excellent decision-making skills and attention to detail. Dedicated to comprehensive and compassionate patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care Specialist
United States Army
Fort Campbell, Kentucky
01.2017 - 06.2020
- Took patient medical histories and vital signs as well as performed venipunctures, injections and diagnostic procedures and ancillary tests.
- Administered and prescribed appropriate courses of treatment.
- Developed health plans for patients to improve overall health or recover from injuries and illnesses.
- Assessed safety and operability of vehicles, equipment and medical supplies to prevent unnecessary health risks.
- Advised and educated patients regarding diet, hygiene and effective disease prevention methods.
- Provided both emergency and standard medical care to Army personnel by conducting verbal and physical exams and administering appropriate treatment.
- Disinfected tools, equipment and surfaces between patients.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation on time and to specifications.
68W Health Care Specialist
United States Army
Operation Inherent Resolve , Iraq And Syria
12.2018 - 09.2019
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
- 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.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Administered treatments in trauma situations with accuracy, safety and speed.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Facilitated preparation and training for mass-casualty occurrences to minimize loss of life and maximize patient recovery.
- Prioritized medical procedures based on severity of concern and available resources.
- Controlled wounds and injuries, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
12.2020 - Current
Skills
Treatment planning
Certification
BLS Provider
Timeline
BLS Provider
02-2024
Unitek College - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
12.2020 - Current
68W Health Care Specialist - United States Army
12.2018 - 09.2019
Health Care Specialist - United States Army
01.2017 - 06.2020
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