Kristie Kuhn
Leduc,AB
Summary
Dedicated firefighting and medical professional with great leadership, planning and scene management abilities. Talented in keeping crew members at peak performance with continuous training and expert motivational techniques. Ready for any challenge and certified in multiple areas.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic/Firefighter/Acting Captain
Leduc Fire Services
01.2015 - Current
- Increased team efficiency by collaborating with paramedics, firefighters, and other emergency personnel to provide seamless emergency care to patients.
- Strengthened teamwork among fire and EMS colleagues by actively engaging in constructive discussions for continuous improvement opportunities within the organization.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities while serving as lead paramedic or captain during designated shifts or special events requiring additional responsibilities beyond primary duties.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing mentorship and support to new EMTs entering the field as well as training new paramedics as a preceptor.
- Coordinated with other emergency services personnel such as police officers and firefighters during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.
- Lead and collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life during emergency responses.
- Assured optimal readiness of myself and my crews for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
EMT – Paramedic
Alberta Health Services - Calgary Metro Zone
06.2009 - 06.2015
- Responsibilities include pre-hospital advanced medical and trauma care when appropriate, transport of ill or injured patients to emergency medical and surgical treatment facilities
- Enhanced team performance by effectively collaborating with paramedics, nurses, and physicians in high-pressure situations.
- Maintained a clean and organized ambulance, ensuring optimal readiness for emergency calls.
- Increased patient comfort during transport by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Demonstrated strong decision-making abilities in determining the most appropriate course of action for each unique situation encountered in the field.
Unit Clerk
Alberta Cancer Board
07.2006 - 03.2009
- Telephone triage
- Reception, checking in patients and assuring all appropriate charts and documents in order for patient to receive chemotherapy
- Tasked with collecting medical details from patients on chemotherapy with current side effects for assigned triage nurse to develop and deliver treatment plan
- Organizing and filing charts, filling out blood requisitions and other diagnostic forms
- Responded to and resolved diverse patient issues with speedy and knowledgeable assistance.
Education
Emergecy Medical Technician - Paramedic -
SAIT
Calgary, ABEmergency Medical Technician - Ambulance -
SAIT
Calgary, ABBachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Calgary
Calgary, ABSkills
- Critical Decision-Making Skills
- Leadership and planning
- Organizational Skill
- Emergency Medical Team Coordination
- Personnel Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Emergency Response Management
- Training and Development
- Scheduling and policy development)
- Effective Communication
- Firefighting Operations
Accomplishments
Member of Fire training cadre
Certified IAFF Peer fitness trainer
Leader of new Recruit fitness testing
Member of Leduc Honor Guard
Former member of Clinical Education team
Member of University of Calgary ringette team 2003-2008
Certification
- Blue Card Command
- NFPA 1021 Officer Level 1
- NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor Level 1
- NFPA 1001 Level 1 & 2
- Pump Operations/Aerial Operations
- Confined Space Medical Tech - CAN Fit2
- Management and Supervision Certificate Program - MacEwan University
Awards
Jason Lang Scholarship: 2008/2009
Hobbies and Interests
- Health and wellness – nutrition, fitness, daily activity and taking care of my body
- Outdoors with my family
- Teaching and continual education
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Paramedic/Firefighter/Acting Captain
Leduc Fire Services
01.2015 - Current
EMT – Paramedic
Alberta Health Services - Calgary Metro Zone
06.2009 - 06.2015
Unit Clerk
Alberta Cancer Board
07.2006 - 03.2009
Emergecy Medical Technician - Paramedic -
SAIT
Emergency Medical Technician - Ambulance -
SAIT
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Calgary
- Blue Card Command
- NFPA 1021 Officer Level 1
- NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor Level 1
- NFPA 1001 Level 1 & 2
- Pump Operations/Aerial Operations
- Confined Space Medical Tech - CAN Fit2
- Management and Supervision Certificate Program - MacEwan University
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