Compassionate nursing student and paramedic prepared to provide patient centered care along with pursuing advanced training and education. Experienced working in challenging environments and treating diverse populations and conditions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse
St. Louis University
06.2023 - Current
SSM St. Clare Hospital- Medical Surgical clinical rotation
Mercy South Hospital- CVPCU and Medical surgical clinical rotation
SSM St. Mary's Hospital- Maternity clinical rotation
SSM Cardinal Glennon Hospital- Pediatric Medical Surgical clinical rotation
Barnes Jewish Hospital- Psychiatric clinical rotation (in progress)
SSM Mercy South Hyland Behavioral Health Center- Psychiatric clinical practicum (in progress)
Paramedic
Callaway County Ambulance District
06.2021 - Current
Provide basic and advanced life support to diverse populations with acute and chronic medical conditions
Demonstrate leadership through efficient communication with immediate coworkers, first responding agencies, online medical control, and receiving facility medical staff
Use analytical thinking to develop field diagnosis and determine optimal course of treatment until definitive care is available
Alleviate patient fears of present illness and treatment using therapeutic communication techniques.
Patient Care Technician
St. Louis Children's Hospital
04.2021 - 10.2021
Assisted medical staff in overall care of neonates in level IV NICU
Performed duties such as bathing, dressing, and feeding neonates
Performed routine tasks such as stocking of medical supplies and maintaining medical equipment.
Emergency Medical Technician
Total Access Urgent Care
04.2019 - 03.2021
Worked directly under doctors, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants to deliver patient care
Demonstrated effective communication with patients, family members, and coworkers when providing care
Performed various clinical tasks such as patient assessment, vital signs, EKGs, splint application, wound irrigation, vaccinations, medication administration, phlebotomy, and lab tests.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Saint Louis University
St. Louis, MO
05.2024
Nationally Registered Paramedic -
Boone County Fire Protection District
Columbia, MO
05.2021
Bachelor of General Studies - Communication and Psychology
University of Missouri- Columbia
Columbia, MO
12.2018
Certification
Paramedic- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)- American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)- American Heart Association
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)- American Heart Association
Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)- National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians
Volunteer Experience
Communication Volunteer at Divorce Care- Collaborated with classmates in family communication course to create a support handbook for divorced parents in the local community of Columbia, Missouri
Fundraiser Volunteer at Stop Human Trafficking Coalition of Missouri- Collaborated with classmates in communication course to spread awareness of human trafficking. Raised over $1,000 for the organization and participated in awareness walk at the state capitol
Fundraiser Volunteer at Seize the Day- Participated in 3 consecutive annual fundraisers for children with epilepsy
Camp Volunteer at Autism Speaks- Taught children how to ride bikes and provided social support through interpersonal interactions
Hospital Volunteer at Veterans' Affairs- Provided emotional support through interpersonal communication with the patients. Spent time with patients during various activities such as bowling, dining, and swimming. Monitored patient vital signs during exercise
Timeline
Student Nurse
St. Louis University
06.2023 - Current
Paramedic
Callaway County Ambulance District
06.2021 - Current
Patient Care Technician
St. Louis Children's Hospital
04.2021 - 10.2021
Emergency Medical Technician
Total Access Urgent Care
04.2019 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Saint Louis University
Nationally Registered Paramedic -
Boone County Fire Protection District
Bachelor of General Studies - Communication and Psychology