Stephanie Smith
Sioux City
Summary
Dynamic Paramedic with extensive experience at Providence Medical Center, excelling in advanced life support and critical decision-making. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through meticulous documentation and process improvements, ensuring compliance and quality assurance in emergency medical care. Committed to delivering exceptional direct patient care in high-pressure environments and working seamlessly with/without a team.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Providence Medical Center
Wayne, NE
10.2025 - Current
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in critical situations.
- The ER is staffed by a paramedic and an APRN or PA. Paramedics work to their full scope, which includes everything from behavioral health emergencies to performing intubations.
- Monitored vital signs and provided appropriate interventions during patient assessments.
- Conducted thorough documentation of patient conditions and treatment protocols.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Paramedic
UnityPoint Health St. Luke's
Wayne, NE
03.2025 - 10.2025
- Administered emergency medical care and life-saving interventions in critical situations.
- Documented patient assessments and treatment protocols accurately for compliance and quality assurance.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced response times and patient outcomes in emergency situations.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Paramedic/Clinic Supervisor
Trinity Health
Sioux City, IA
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Supervised daily clinic operations, ensuring adherence to protocols and efficient patient flow.
- Developed training materials and conducted workshops to educate staff on new systems and procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to streamline communication and improve patient outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations through diligent monitoring of clinic procedures and documentation practices.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
Firefighter/Paramedic
Norfolk Fire Division
Norfolk, NE
09.2019 - 11.2022
- Conducted fire prevention inspections, identifying hazards and educating the community on safety processes.
- Collaborated with team members during training exercises, enhancing skills and improving overall performance.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
EHR/ROI Specialist
Providence Medical Center
Wayne, NE
03.2015 - 09.2019
- Processed and fulfilled requests for medical records in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to manage and track information requests efficiently.
- Ensured accuracy and completeness of documentation prior to release to maintain data confidentiality.
- Conducted audits on released information to ensure adherence to privacy standards and regulations.
- Reduced errors in released records by thoroughly reviewing documentation before submission.
- Reduced medical errors by diligently documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Northeast Community College
Norfolk, NE05-2020
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
Certification
ACLS, PALS, BLS CPR, NREMT-P
Timeline
Paramedic
Providence Medical Center
10.2025 - Current
Paramedic
UnityPoint Health St. Luke's
03.2025 - 10.2025
Paramedic/Clinic Supervisor
Trinity Health
11.2022 - 04.2023
Firefighter/Paramedic
Norfolk Fire Division
09.2019 - 11.2022
EHR/ROI Specialist
Providence Medical Center
03.2015 - 09.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Northeast Community College