Michelle Rager
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT-Basic
Baldwin Emergency Medical Services
11.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Responded to 5-20 911 calls every shift
EMT-Basic
Brentwood EMS
12.2019 - 11.2022
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Lead Medication Technician
The Sheridan at Bethel Park
06.2019 - 04.2020
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Explained treatment procedures, medications, and diets to inform patient and patient's family of care and progress.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Managed 20-40 Memory care residents along with 40 staff members
Dietary Aide
The Sheridan of Bethel Park
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
- Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors, and prep areas.
- Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
Dietary Aide
Mount Vernon of South Park
07.2017 - 10.2018
- Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments, and tray card.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating, and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
- Upheld efficiency of meal services by pre-setting tables before patients arrived.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bethel Park High School
Pittsburgh, PA05-2019
CNA - CNA
Steel Center Vocational
Pittsburgh, PA05-2019
EMT-B - EMT
CCAC
Pittsburgh, PA08-2018
Skills
- Respiratory assessment
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Condition reporting
- Treatment delivery
- Medication error prevention
- Prescription verification
- Staff training and development
- Care triage
- Bedside reporting
Certification
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CPR Certified
- BLS First Aid Certified
Timeline
EMT-Basic
Baldwin Emergency Medical Services
11.2022 - Current
EMT-Basic
Brentwood EMS
12.2019 - 11.2022
Lead Medication Technician
The Sheridan at Bethel Park
06.2019 - 04.2020
Dietary Aide
The Sheridan of Bethel Park
03.2018 - 06.2019
Dietary Aide
Mount Vernon of South Park
07.2017 - 10.2018
High School Diploma -
Bethel Park High School
CNA - CNA
Steel Center Vocational
EMT-B - EMT
CCAC
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