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Tessie Lopez

Harlingen,Texas

Summary

Flight Nurse / Paramedic with talents in medication administration and supervising trauma situations. Respectful, team-oriented and experienced in building patient and flight crew rapport. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Education

Associate of Science - Associates Degree of Nursing

STC
McAllen, TX
05-2010

Paramedic Certification - Emergency Medical Technology

TSTC
Harlingen, TX
09-2001

Skills

  • Positive learning process
  • Time management skills
  • Quick learner
  • Excellent with kids
  • Client-focused
  • Excellent communication
  • Project Planning
  • Problem Resolution
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Customer Relations
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Supervision and leadership
  • Critical Thinking
  • Troubleshooting
  • Multitasking
  • Decision-Making
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Fluent in English and Spanish
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Relationship Building
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Customer Service
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Public Speaking
  • Active Listening

Timeline

Flight Nurse /Flight Paramedic

Air Methods Corp
09.2017 - Current

Paramedic

South Texas Emergency Care Foundation
11.2007 - Current

Associate of Science - Associates Degree of Nursing

STC

Paramedic Certification - Emergency Medical Technology

TSTC

Work History

Flight Nurse /Flight Paramedic

Air Methods Corp
Greenwood Village, CO
09.2017 - Current
  • Assessed and monitored the condition of patients while in flight to ensure safety and comfort.
  • Performed emergency medical procedures such as administering oxygen, IVs, medications, CPR, and intubation.
  • Provided patient education regarding illness or injury prior to arrival at destination facility.
  • Communicated effectively with interdisciplinary team members on the ground to facilitate continuity of care upon arrival at destination facility.
  • Responded quickly to changes in patient's condition during flight through assessment and appropriate interventions.
  • Reviewed pre-flight briefing information pertinent to the specific mission being flown.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of treatments provided during flight based on patient response.
  • Delivered high level of care to each and every patient from initial contact until delivery to receiving hospital.

Paramedic

South Texas Emergency Care Foundation
Harlingen, TX
11.2007 - Current
  • Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
  • Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
  • Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, defibrillators, IV Pumps.
  • Evaluated patient response to treatments administered during transport to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Participated in drills related to disaster preparedness scenarios that included triage assessments.
  • Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Attended training sessions, maintained required certifications and kept current in lifesaving techniques and technologies.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

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