Nicole Burke

I worked in camps in the NWT's

Provided First Aid to camp personnel

• Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
• Delivered basic life support (BLS)
• Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
• 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.
• Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
• Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
• 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.
• Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
• Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
• Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
• Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.