Tess Perkins
Santa Cruz
Summary
Personable and compassionate with focus on providing exceptional patient care and support. Knowledgeable about basic life support techniques and patient assessment, proficient in using medical equipment. Dedicated to making positive impact in emergency situations and ensuring well-being of patients.
Seeking to transition into new field with background in fast-paced healthcare environments. Developed strong problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills while delivering critical patient care. Eager to apply these transferrable skills in different professional setting.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
San Leandro Hospital
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers, relaying vital information about patient conditions and incident locations for timely responses.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Monitored vital signs continuously throughout transports, identifying subtle changes that could indicate a worsening condition or potential complications requiring intervention by more qualified medical personnel.
EMT
Central Coast Ambulance
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Maintained a clean and organized ambulance, ensuring optimal readiness for emergency calls.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for effective emergency response.
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Christus Children's Hospital of San Antonio
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Utilized advanced technical skills to operate specialized equipment such as EKG machines, glucose monitors, and oxygen therapy devices.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations, fostering trust and positive relationships.
- Facilitated rapid response to critical events in the Emergency Department by remaining alert, prepared, and engaged throughout each shift.
- Demonstrated adaptability under pressure while working in a high-stress environment with unpredictable situations arising throughout each shift.
EMT-Basic
Royal Ambulance
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Feminist Studies
University of California
Santa Cruz, CA01-2025
Associate of Science - Psychology
Utah Valley University
Orem, UT08-2022
Skills
- Basic life support
- Emergency medical care
- Patient observation
- Adaptability under pressure
- Basic trauma life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Scene safety
- First aid
- Prehospital care
- Compassionate patient care
Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).
- National Incident Management System (NIMS) ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, and ICS-800 Certifications - Federal Emergency Management Agency.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) - Various State Departments or Agencies.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
San Leandro Hospital
03.2024 - 09.2024
EMT
Central Coast Ambulance
11.2023 - 03.2024
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Christus Children's Hospital of San Antonio
06.2023 - 11.2023
EMT-Basic
Royal Ambulance
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).
- National Incident Management System (NIMS) ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, and ICS-800 Certifications - Federal Emergency Management Agency.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) - Various State Departments or Agencies.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
Bachelor of Arts - Feminist Studies
University of California
Associate of Science - Psychology
Utah Valley University
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