Shirley Blackmore
Fulshear
Summary
- Over 20 years in emergency medical services with progressive advancement to RN.
- Recognized for high standards of care, clinical precision, and teamwork in both hospital and prehospital settings.
- Graduated with High Honors from Utah Tech University's nursing program and Mohave Community College's paramedic program.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter/Paramedic
Hurricane Valley Fire Special Services District
11.2019 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate and life-saving medical care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to determine effective treatment plans in all types of emergencies.
- Communicated patient information and updates to hospital staff for smooth transition.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools, ensuring readiness and functionality.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
Registered Nurse
Intermountain Healthcare
08.2024 - 11.2025
- Provide patient care on a Med/Surg unit. Collaborating with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and patient families to optimize outcomes.
- Completed a nurse residency and NICU preceptorship.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation using electronic health record systems.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and preventative care practices.
Dialysis Technician
University of Utah
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Operated dialysis machines, ensuring patient safety and comfort during procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient responses to treatment.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Utah Tech University
St. George, UT05-2024
GED -
Dixie State University
St. George, UT01-2002
Certification - Paramedicine
Mohave Community College
Colorado City, AZ12-2018
Skills
- Emergency medical response and management
- Patient assessment and critical thinking
- Medication and IV administration
- Triaging
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Structural firefighting
- Fire equipment use
- Medical/surgical nursing
- General nursing practices
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Intermountain Healthcare
08.2024 - 11.2025
Firefighter/Paramedic
Hurricane Valley Fire Special Services District
11.2019 - Current
Dialysis Technician
University of Utah
01.2017 - 12.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Utah Tech University
GED -
Dixie State University
Certification - Paramedicine
Mohave Community College
Licenses & Certifications
- Registered nurse (RN) - Utah, active license, Texas, pending
- Paramedic certification - National Registry and Utah
- BLS, ACLS, PALS - current
- UFRA fire certifications - current
Firefighters I & II
Hazmat Operations and Awareness
Apparatus Driver/Operator - Pumper and Aerial
Wildland FFT2 Redcard
ICS 100, ICS 200, ICS 700, ICS 800