Valerie Fraire
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Dynamic and adept Hospital Corpsman with extensive experience in the United States Navy, demonstrating exceptional leadership in emergency medical care and patient management. Skilled in triage and vital signs monitoring, excelled in high-pressure environments by ensuring optimal patient outcomes and maintaining rigorous healthcare standards. Proven ability in healthcare team collaboration and medical equipment operation, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency and patient care excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy, USN
06.2017 - 09.2023
- Provided leadership, delegation, and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations.
- Provided emergency medical care and conducted physical exams and interviews to gain medical history and relevant health data.
- Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
- Contributed to medical evacuations and transport of patients to other medical facilities.
- Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition.
- Maintained operational organization by ensuring equipment functionality, inventory levels and employee medical training.
- Administered medications through injections and IVs in compliance with physician orders.
- Updated medical records in EMR system and double-checked data for accuracy.
- Helped with preparation of medical equipment and supplies for use in hospital procedures.
- Supported medical staff in providing patient care in high-demand hospital environment.
- Educated patients and families about health conditions and treatments.
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further analysis.
- Assisted in medical examinations, treatments and procedures for diverse conditions and patient populations.
- Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
- Trained new EMTs on proper protocols and procedures.
- Collaborated with medical doctors and other healthcare professionals.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Conducted patient intake and triage procedures.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Utilized medical instruments to perform minor surgeries and other procedures.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Educated public on emergency medical services.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Performed medical tests and collected samples for laboratory analysis.
- Coordinated with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Education
High School Diploma -
San Miguel High School
Tucson, AZ05.2016
Skills
- Triage
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Phlebotomy expertise
- Care Delivery
- Vital signs management
- Basic Life Support
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Patient Monitoring
- Emergency medical care
- Medication Management
- IV Insertion
- Medication Administration
- Immunization Administration
- Specimen Collection
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Mobility Assistance
- Hospital Staff Support
- Surgical Assistance
- Wound treatment
- Laboratory Testing
- Physical Examinations
- Medical record-keeping
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Casualty evacuation
- Medical Supply Management
- Healthcare administration
- Airway Management
Timeline
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy, USN
06.2017 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
San Miguel High School
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