Tabitha Irving
Frankville,NS
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
First Aid Instructor
Rescue 7
01.2019 - Current
- Evaluated student training by observing and tracking student performance.
- Analyzed clinical settings' success in helping students achieve course and program outcomes.
- Developed complete training material such as student guides, programs of instruction and presentations.
- Taught basic first aid principles and techniques for adults and children following ABCs of first aid and treatment techniques for burns, bleeding and fractures.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Primary Care Paramedic
Emergency Medical Care Inc.
02.2003 - 01.2023
- Administered basic life support and external cardiac defibrillation to emergent patients.
- Liaised with previous shift personnel to discuss logistics and shift reporting.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Provided high-quality pre-hospital care by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of emergency medical procedures and protocols.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Completed medical reporting and documentation to transfer information from scene to hospital.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Communicated patient information and updates to hospital staff for smooth transition.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing, treating, and monitoring medical emergencies in various settings.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Ensured a safe work environment by adhering to safety guidelines during medical interventions and vehicle operations.
- Took patient health histories and asked questions to determine cause of illness or injury.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
No Degree - First Aid Instructor Training
Rescue 7
Nova Scotia 01.2019
No Degree - Paramedicine
Maritime School of Paramedicine
Saint John, NB05.2002
Skills
- Supervising students
- Safety Protocols
- Respiratory Emergencies
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- First Aid Training
- Adult Education
- Quality assurance maintenance
- Medical Terminology
- Classroom Instruction
- Completing physical assessments
- Disaster Response
- Emergency Management
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
- Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
- Data Entry
- Organization
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Cultural Awareness
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Public Speaking
- Time Management
- Troubleshooting
- Dependable and Responsible
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
First Aid Instructor
Rescue 7
01.2019 - Current
Primary Care Paramedic
Emergency Medical Care Inc.
02.2003 - 01.2023
No Degree - First Aid Instructor Training
Rescue 7
No Degree - Paramedicine
Maritime School of Paramedicine
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