Samantha Lo
EMT
Brooklyn Park,MN
“We can’t heal the world today but we can begin with a voice of compassion, a heart of love, and an act of kindness.”
Mary Davis
Summary
Competent, empathetic, and passionate EMT with comprehensive work experience in the medical field. Expert in assessing patients and determining type of treatment required. Responds quickly to emergency situations and demonstrates strong commitment to patient care and safety. Committed to empowering customers to achieve their best health.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT-Basic
North Memorial Ambulance Service
Brooklyn Center , MN
2022.05 - Current
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Administered basic life support to patients at scene, en route to hospital and pre-hospital settings.
- Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions and certifications, licenses and registrations.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Responded to emergency medical calls, providing basic life support services in accordance with protocols.
Direct Care Professional
ACR Homes
Roseville , MN
2020.09 - 2022.10
- Provided essential care to over 200 residents with behavioral and physical disabilities at over 55 different homes around the Metro area.
- Helped patients with many different disabilities including or resulting from; cerebral palsy, Down-syndrome, seizure disorders, TBIs, CVAs, MVAs, visual and hearing impairments, autism, and muscular dystrophy.
- Provided care for residents with tracheotomy's, G-tubes, J-tubes, urostomy's and colostomy's, catheters and foley bags.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by using hovers, pivot transfers, hammock transfers, gait belts and slide assists.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters when working with patients with behavioral disorders.
Cashier
Target
Andover , MN
2017.10 - 2020.01
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
- Scholarships:
-2017 Allianz Global Assistance ScholarTrips
- Relevant Coursework
-General Psychology
-General Sociology
-General Organic Biology and Chemistry
-English- College Writing and Critical Reading
-Principles of Biology I
-Lifespan Development
-Interpersonal Communications
Skills
IV setup
undefinedCertification
EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
2023-11
EMT-Basic - North Memorial Ambulance Service
2022.05 - Current
Direct Care Professional - ACR Homes
2020.09 - 2022.10
Cashier - Target
2017.10 - 2020.01
Anoka-Ramsey Community College - No Degree, Nursing
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