Susan Brenco
Somers,MT
Summary
Adaptable Paramedic with great patient skills and critical thinking abilities. Proven leadership illustrated over 20 years of excellent emergency medical performance. Dedicated to fast-paced and compassionate care. Expertise in monitoring cardiac conditions and EKG readings, and stroke assessment. In-depth knowledge of testing, maintaining, and using medical and rescue equipment. Resourceful professional committed to providing patient-focused delivery of care and treatment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic/Professional Firefighter
Kalispell Fire Department
02.2021 - Current
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Streamlined patient handoff processes at hospitals by clearly communicating relevant information to receiving staff, ensuring seamless continuity of care.
- Increased survival rates with rapid recognition of life-threatening conditions and swift initiation of appropriate interventions.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Safeguarded ambulance equipment through regular inventory checks, cleaning routines, and reporting any damaged items for replacement or repair immediately.
Triage Manager
Kalispell Obstetrics and Gynecology
03.2002 - 02.2021
- Mentored junior staff members in proper triage techniques, promoting a culture of continuous learning within the team.
- Created a more organized work environment by implementing efficient documentation practices for accurate patient records management.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration on complex cases, ensuring comprehensive decision-making processes were followed throughout the entire care continuum.
- Established effective communication channels, fostering strong relationships between the triage team and other clinical departments.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing, prioritizing, and managing emergency situations.
- Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
- Scheduled appointments for patients not requiring emergency services but needing examination from provider and consulting directly with provider.
- Performed additional clinic and non-triage nurse duties such as instructing patients in general and specific medical care and health issues and administering or dispensing medication and injections.
- Advised patients on pre- and post-operative instructions, medication administration and symptoms indicating emergency care.
- Suggested appropriate disposition to acting physicians based on assessment.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Ordered all pharmacy and medical supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Scheduled surgeries, managed pre-certifications and verified insurance coverage.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring thorough documentation of triage assessments and treatment plans.
- Provided clear and concise instructions to patients regarding home care plans, ensuring proper understanding and adherence to treatment protocols.
- Maintained a calm and professional demeanor during high-stress situations, effectively managing patient expectations and alleviating concerns.
- Relayed triage information and facilitated communication between provider and patient concerning patient disposition.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
Education
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
Flathead Valley Community College
Kalispell, MT06.2014
No Degree - Medical Assistant
Bryman College
SeaTac, WASkills
- Advanced Life Support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Management
- Intubation
- Patient Assessments
- IV Insertion
- Airway Management
- Pre-hospital Care
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Stroke Management
- Vital sign assessment
- Triaging
- Geriatric Emergency Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Documentation And Reporting
Affiliations
- International Association of Firefighters
Hiking, boating, camping, fishing, hunting.
In my time away from work I enjoy spending time outside with my husband and daughter. We enjoying fishing, hunting, rafting, boating, hiking, gardening to name a few.
Timeline
Paramedic/Professional Firefighter
Kalispell Fire Department
02.2021 - Current
Triage Manager
Kalispell Obstetrics and Gynecology
03.2002 - 02.2021
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
Flathead Valley Community College
No Degree - Medical Assistant
Bryman College
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