Gina Castiglione
Brockway
Summary
Experienced with training and educating EMS personnel in critical skills and protocols. Utilizes comprehensive knowledge of emergency medical procedures and instructional techniques to enhance student learning and performance. Track record of fostering effective team collaboration and maintaining high standards in emergency medical services education.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
EMS Instructor
Brockway Ambulance Training Institute
01.2023 - Current
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emergency medical protocols, sharing updates with students as necessary.
- Collaborated with fellow EMS instructors to share best practices and develop innovative teaching methods.
- Conducted regular skills testing for students, providing constructive feedback on areas needing improvement.
- Adapted the curriculum to address emerging trends in emergency medicine, ensuring that students remained current with industry standards.
- Facilitated a positive learning environment by addressing student concerns promptly and professionally.
- Utilized multimedia presentations to enhance understanding of various emergency situations and appropriate response tactics.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Introduced scenario-based learning activities that increased student confidence in handling real-world emergencies effectively.
Paramedic
Brockway Area Ambulance Inc.
04.2010 - 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.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Streamlined patient handoff processes at hospitals by clearly communicating relevant information to receiving staff, ensuring seamless continuity of care.
- Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
Paramedic
DuBois EMS Ambulance Service
09.2021 - 08.2023
- 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.
- 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.
- Transported critically ill and injured patients to nearest medical center, using advanced life support equipment as needed.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate and life-saving medical care.
Paramedic
Elk County EMS
04.2019 - 09.2021
- Transferred patients safely and securely between medical facilities for continued care.
- Transported critically ill and injured patients to nearest medical center, using advanced life support equipment as needed.
- Monitored patients' vital signs to assess condition and identify necessary medical interventions.
- Communicated patient information and updates to hospital staff for smooth transition.
- Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote great patient care.
Advanced Life Support Assistant
Penn Highlands DuBois
12.2017 - 03.2019
- Managed high call volume, prioritizing cases and providing prompt assistance to patients and Doctors.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by addressing and resolving support inquiries in a timely manner.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities while managing daily caseloads efficiently under tight deadlines.
- Answered phone calls promptly and professionally, directing callers to appropriate personnel.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication and effective problem resolution.
Paramedic
Jefferson County EMS
06.2015 - 02.2018
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- 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.
911 Dispatcher
Elk County 911
02.2014 - 04.2016
- Monitored Police, Fire, and EMS radios to provide assistance to responding personnel.
- Provided exceptional customer service to callers in crisis, displaying empathy while obtaining necessary information for emergency response teams.
- Dispatched and coordinated emergency services teams according to high-priority calls.
- Recorded and tracked emergency requests utilizing computer-aided dispatch systems.
- Relayed latest information to first responders via electronic means, telephone calls, and radio responses.
- Read system maps and caller information, and documented details in system.
- Answered calls from automatic routing system and took basic information from callers.
- Supported law enforcement officers during high-risk situations by providing vital background data on suspect locations or histories.
- Managed high-stress situations with composure, providing reassurance to distressed callers while gathering crucial information for first responders.
- Served as an integral member of the emergency communications team, consistently demonstrating professionalism and dedication to public safety.
- Enhanced emergency response times by effectively prioritizing incoming calls and dispatching appropriate resources.
Emergency Medical Technician
Amserv Ltd Dusan Community Ambulance
04.2012 - 09.2015
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Administered emergency medical care to stabilize patients for safe transport to healthcare facilities, improving outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PANo Degree - EMS Instructor
Penn State Fayette
Lemont Furnace, PA02-2021
No Degree - Paramedicine
The Center For Rural EMS Education Consortium
Indiana, PA11-2016
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
- Intubation
- Patient assessments
- IV insertion
- Intravenous therapy
- Airway management
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Stroke management
Timeline
EMS Instructor
Brockway Ambulance Training Institute
01.2023 - Current
Paramedic
DuBois EMS Ambulance Service
09.2021 - 08.2023
Paramedic
Elk County EMS
04.2019 - 09.2021
Advanced Life Support Assistant
Penn Highlands DuBois
12.2017 - 03.2019
Paramedic
Jefferson County EMS
06.2015 - 02.2018
911 Dispatcher
Elk County 911
02.2014 - 04.2016
Emergency Medical Technician
Amserv Ltd Dusan Community Ambulance
04.2012 - 09.2015
Paramedic
Brockway Area Ambulance Inc.
04.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
No Degree - EMS Instructor
Penn State Fayette
No Degree - Paramedicine
The Center For Rural EMS Education Consortium
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