Jessica Smith
Apollo
Summary
Dynamic EMT-B with extensive experience at UPMC Connect Community Paramedics, excelling in patient care coordination and documentation. Proven ability to assess critical situations and deliver empathetic support. Skilled in CPR and adept at fostering team collaboration, ensuring high-quality care and safety for all patients.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT-B
UPMC Connect Community Paramedics
Pittsburgh
08.2023 - Current
- Patient care in members residence
- Coordinate care with Medical Director
- Coordinate care with Pharmacy
- Coordinate care with Case Managers
- Schedule member visits
- Conduct ICT meeting
- Organize ICT agendas
EMT-B Field Training Officer
Oklahoma-Vandergrift EMS
Apollo
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
EMT-B
Murrysville Medic One
Murrysville
03.2018 - 08.2021
- Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Administered treatments in emergency situations with accuracy, safety and speed.
- Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Conducted patient intake and triage procedures.
Private Nanny
Multiple Families
Lancaster
01.2006 - 10.2017
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Established and maintained safe play environment for children.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
Physical Therapy Assistant
Kauffman Gamber Physical Therapy
Lancaster
07.2003 - 08.2005
- Set up equipment ahead of treatments to maintain smooth appointment schedules.
- Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Administered ultrasound, diathermy or other therapeutic modalities.
- Educated families and caregivers on treatment programmes for improved at-home support.
- Prepared for sessions by setting up patient treatment areas and equipment.
- Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Mount Aloysius College
Cresson, PA06.2003
Skills
- Emergency Situations
- Documentation
- Public Relations Coordinator
- Training Officer
- Personable
- Communication Skills
- Adaptable
- CPR
- ACLS
- Empathy
- Patient assessment
- Care coordination
- Health education
- Patient documentation
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
Certification
- FTO - Certified Field Training Officer
- Certified EMT-B, Oklahoma- Vandergrift EMS
- Associates of Science
- Public Relations Coordinator
Timeline
EMT-B
UPMC Connect Community Paramedics
08.2023 - Current
EMT-B Field Training Officer
Oklahoma-Vandergrift EMS
08.2021 - 08.2023
EMT-B
Murrysville Medic One
03.2018 - 08.2021
Private Nanny
Multiple Families
01.2006 - 10.2017
Physical Therapy Assistant
Kauffman Gamber Physical Therapy
07.2003 - 08.2005
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Mount Aloysius College
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