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Experience
July, 2024 - Present
Paramedic
Wake County EMS
Raleigh, NC
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Deliver fast-paced, patient-centered Advanced Life Support (ALS) care in rural/city areas, in a jurisdiction of approximately 832 square miles and population of 1.19 million.
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Performs patient care utilizing equipment and biomedical supplies such as cardiac monitor/defibrillator, peripheral intravenous catheters, intraosseous devices, waveform capnometers, multiple spinal and extremity immobilization devices, multiple airway devices, respirators, CPAP units, medications, assorted bandages, other biomedical equipment, with empathetic, compassionate care and active listening.
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Collaborate with hospitals, trauma centers, schools, rehabilitation centers, urgent cares, and skilled nursing facilities for efficient patient-centered transfer of care, teamed with Fire Departments, Law Enforcement, and Search and Rescue. Refers patients to the Community Paramedicine program.
April, 2023 - June, 2024
Paramedic
Macon County EMS
Franklin, NC
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Delivers fast-paced, patient-centered Advanced Life Support (ALS) care in rural areas, in a jurisdiction of approximately 515 square miles and population of 38,000, utilizing liberal standing order protocols to guide patient care in the prehospital setting. Facilitate response to, treatment, and transport of patients to the appropriate destination of care using the duties, equipment and skills listed above.
Feb, 2020 - May, 2024
Chief of EMS / Assistant Chief of Public Relations
Western Carolina University EMS
Cullowhee, NC
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Multi-role public safety leader functioning as Chief of Staff and Spokesperson through the University-County Emergency Medical Services partnership, with a jurisdiction of 20,000 students and staff: For an emergency, first-response, and transport state and nationally recognized agency, collaborated with the County, Chancellor, Vice Chancellors, Board of Trustees, and elected officials statewide.
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Developed community outreach and partnership relationships, social media platforms, recruiting incentives, scholarships, and community engagement. Developed proposals, white papers, budgets, and advised the Chief and executive leaders of the University, recommending and implementing improvements to outreach efforts. Received national awards for the EMS agency and university for emergency preparedness, such as “Heart Safe Campus” and “Campus Ready: Bronze Level." Responded to medical and technical emergencies as a supervisor and advisor.
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Advised on regional public education emergency preparedness and public health issues: Implemented the American College of Surgeons' “Stop the Bleed” bleeding control course and rescue kit program at the University, empowering community members with lifesaving knowledge and equipment. Proven reduced spread of COVID-19 through working with 10+ cross-functional teams and University partners to strategically lead, plan, and manage operations. Facilitated and documented After Action Review and Reporting processes. Provided community engagement and public affairs training to staff to address community needs. Increased retention by 75% through the active use of continuous improvement and early recruitment strategies. Established impactful relationships with University Residential Life staff for preventative and student-oriented community medicine.
January, 2022 - May, 2023
Emergency Medical Technician
Iredell County EMS
Statesville, NC
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Delivered fast-paced, patient-centered Basic Life Support (BLS) care in rural/city areas. Assisted in ALS care, providing supportive measures and monitoring. Trained in emergency vehicle operations and provided safe transport to receiving hospitals. Completed interfacility transport training and service to in-state hospitals.
February, 2020 - May, 2024
Health and Wellness Ambassador
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC
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Multi-role public-safety leader of teams functioning as a communicator, supervisor, and human resources officer: Established and produced public health and safety campaigns throughout the campus of WCU, including topics of Environmental Exposure, STD/Pregnancy prevention, mental health, Narcan training, and resilience. Offered peer support services to the students of WCU.
February, 2014 - August, 2020
Manager / Chef
The Dairy Bar
Stony Point, NC
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Managed daily operations and production of food: Functioning as a liaison between staff and business owners to communicate and preserve the needs of both parties. Scheduled staff to accommodate the business's high-volume hours. Participated in the production of food as a chef and waiter to provide efficient customer service.
Certifications
Paramedic (EMT-P), State of North Carolina (P515497)
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Public Information Awareness, FEMA
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Public Information Officer, FEMA, Expected 2026
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Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, American Heart Association
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Pediatric Advanced Life Support, American Heart Association
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Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals, American Academy of Pediatrics
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Prehospital Trauma Life Support, National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians
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Stop the Bleed Bleeding Control Instructor, American College of Surgeons
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Pediatric Transport Certification, Bound Tree University
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Handtevy Certification, Handtevy Pediatric Emergency Standards Inc.
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Mental Health First Aid, National Council for Mental Wellbeing
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Hazardous Materials Awareness, FEMA
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Incident Command System, FEMA – 005, 100, 200, 300, 700, 800
Education
2019 - 2024
Western Carolina University
Bachelor's Degree
Cullowhee, NC
Major: Emergency Medical Care (Science Concentration)
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Completed 770 Field and In-Hospital Clinical Hours
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Minor: Communications (Public Relations Focus)
Future Education
To be determined
Master's Degree
Master in Public Affairs
To gain knowledge and skills to improve the agency I work for and the public/staff I serve.
Professional skillset
Strategic Communicator
Accelerated Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Servant Leader & Collaboration
Positive Mentality
Languages
English (native)
Spanish (novice)