SHAY STURGILL
Lillington,NC
Summary
Knowledgeable Nursing Student with robust background in critical care paramedicine. Successfully managed high-pressure emergency situations and delivered quality patient care in diverse environments. Demonstrated ability to perform advanced medical procedures and effectively communicate with medical teams. Looking to transition into the role of bedside nursing.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ADN Nursing Student
Bladen Community College
01.2024 - 05.2026
- Administered patient care under supervision, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
- Completed comprehensive coursework and hands-on clinical rotations focused on adult health, medical-surgical nursing, pharmacology, maternal–newborn care, mental health, and pediatric nursing.
- Participated in simulations to enhance clinical skills and improve patient
- Executed Clinical Hours at Bladen Community Hospital, Columbus Regional Hospital, UNC Southeastern Lumberton
Critical Care Paramedic (Progressed from ALS Paramedic)
WakeMed Critical Care Transport Services
07.2024 - Current
- Responsible for providing comprehensive prehospital and interfacility transport care for critically ill and injured patients.
- Advanced through the career ladder to Critical Care Paramedic, expanding clinical scope to manage critically ill and mechanically ventilated patients, expertly utilizing Hamilton T1 ventilators, titrating vasoactive infusions, and administering sedation and other high-acuity medications.
- Delivered advanced transport management for patients supported by IABP, Impella, and LVAD devices, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care through precise documentation and structured SBAR communication.
Paramedic
Wake County EMS
11.2017 - 07.2024
- Delivered high-quality prehospital care to diverse patient populations while demonstrating expertise in rapid assessment and management of critical conditions such as STEMI, stroke, and sepsis.
- Made autonomous clinical decisions during prolonged transports and managed advanced airway, cardiac, and trauma interventions.
- Provided extended critical monitoring throughout interfacility transfers, ensuring patient stability and seamless transitions of care to receiving hospital teams.
- Led coordinated responses during multi-patient incidents, applying advanced clinical judgment under pressure to optimize outcomes in high-acuity environments.
Paramedic
Moore County EMS
09.2012 - 11.2017
- Delivered high-quality prehospital care to diverse patient populations while demonstrating expertise in rapid assessment and management of critical conditions such as STEMI, stroke, and sepsis.
- Made autonomous clinical decisions during prolonged transports and managed advanced airway, cardiac, and trauma interventions.
- Provided extended critical monitoring throughout interfacility transfers, ensuring patient stability and seamless transitions of care to receiving hospital teams.
- Led coordinated responses during multi-patient incidents, applying advanced clinical judgment under pressure to optimize outcomes in high-acuity environments.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Bladen Community College
Bladen, NC05.2026
Associate Degree - Emergency Medicine
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC01.2023
National Registry Paramedic Certification - undefined
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC01.2012
Emergency Medical Technician - undefined
Central Carolina Community College
Lee County, NC01.2011
Skills
- Critical & acute care management
- Ventilator operation
- Pharmacologic support
- Rapid assessment & triage
- Strong communication
- Emotional intelligence
- Organization & documentation
- Adaptable in high-acuity settings
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- NRP
- PHTLS
- EVOS
- National Registry Paramedic
- NC State Paramedic
- Basic Life Support Response to Active Shooter
- ICISF - Assisting Individuals in Crisis
- ICISF - Group Crisis Intervention
Timeline
Critical Care Paramedic (Progressed from ALS Paramedic)
WakeMed Critical Care Transport Services
07.2024 - Current
ADN Nursing Student
Bladen Community College
01.2024 - 05.2026
Paramedic
Wake County EMS
11.2017 - 07.2024
Paramedic
Moore County EMS
09.2012 - 11.2017
Associate Degree - Emergency Medicine
Fayetteville Technical Community College
National Registry Paramedic Certification - undefined
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Emergency Medical Technician - undefined
Central Carolina Community College
Associate Degree - Nursing
Bladen Community College