Desiree Wright
Corydon
Summary
Compassionate EMT-Basic with expertise in patient monitoring and emergency response. Demonstrates strong communication skills and attention to patient safety through proficient medical terminology and data analysis. Thrives in fast-paced settings, effectively manages unexpected challenges, and consistently delivers high-quality care under pressure.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Select Speciality Hospital
Evansville
01.2026 - Current
- Responded promptly to alarms and changes in patient conditions, ensuring timely medical intervention.
- Monitored cardiac rhythms and analyzed data to provide accurate reports to medical staff.
- Monitored patient vital signs with telemetry equipment, ensuring continuous assessment during shifts.
EMT-Basic
American Medical Response, AMR
Evansville
12.2020 - 01.2025
- Responded to emergency calls and provided pre-hospital care to patients.
- Operated medical equipment and performed basic life support techniques.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate timely and effective patient transport.
- Documented patient information and treatment protocols in electronic records.
- Maintained cleanliness and readiness of emergency response vehicles and supplies.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public, and first responders safe.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
- Evaluated patients at accident scenes to assess injuries and initiate appropriate treatments.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
- Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
- Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety of first responders.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrhythmia.
- Asked patients questions about over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drug activity to identify side effects or signs of overdose.
- Calmed patients by carefully explaining each step and remaining composed.
- Collaborated with medical personnel to quickly treat and transport patients.
- Observed, recorded and reported patients' condition or injury and treatment provided.
- Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
- Suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
- Positioned patients in preparation for treatment and transport.
- Reported infectious disease cases to local health departments for tracking and response.
- Bandaged wounds and determined necessity for stitches or sutures.
EMT-Basic
Henderson EMS
Henderson
01.2019 - 05.2021
- Responded to emergency calls and provided pre-hospital care to patients.
- Operated medical equipment and performed basic life support techniques.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate efficient patient transport and care.
- Maintained cleanliness and readiness of emergency response vehicles and supplies.
- Educated patients and families on health concerns and safety procedures to promote understanding and compliance.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public, and first responders safe.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
- Evaluated patients at accident scenes to assess and treat significant injuries, ensuring timely intervention.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
- Recorded incident details and treatment plans in reports.
- Documented patient condition and treatment to facilitate plan of care.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
- Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
- Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety of first responders.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrhythmia.
- Asked patients questions about over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drug activity to identify side effects or signs of overdose.
- Calmed patients by carefully explaining each step and remaining composed.
- Collaborated with medical personnel to quickly treat and transport patients.
- Observed, recorded and reported patients' condition or injury and treatment provided.
- Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
- Suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
- Positioned patients in preparation for treatment and transport.
- Reported infectious disease cases to appropriate medical authorities.
- Bandaged wounds and determined necessity for stitches or sutures.
EMT-Basic
Medic-On Site
Evansville
04.2018 - 01.2019
- Maintained cleanliness and readiness of emergency response vehicles and supplies.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
T & T Drugs
Henderson
02.2016 - 04.2018
- Compounded and dispensed medications following precise prescriptions.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked pharmacy supplies regularly.
- Provided medication guidance to customers, enhancing their understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
- Ensured accuracy of patient records and pharmacy documentation, supporting compliance and patient safety.
- Verified prescription accuracy and ensured compliance with regulations.
- Worked with pharmacists to streamline medication therapy management, improving patient outcomes.
- Operated pharmacy software for prescription processing and billing functions.
- Maintained strict patient confidentiality to adhere to HIPAA regulations and avoid data compromises.
- Managed inventories, rotated stock, removed expired, or damaged drug products and resolved discrepancies in drug counts.
- Adhered to all federal, state and local laws governing the practice of pharmacy technicians.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing prescriptions for filling, including counting tablets and labeling bottles.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing, data entry, answering phones.
- Worked with insurance companies to process claims, resolve problems and obtain payments.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, cleaning spills promptly and properly disposing of waste products.
- Entered patient profile information into computer systems accurately and completely.
- Established and updated patient profiles, medications and insurance details.
- Created new customer profiles and updated demographics, allergies, and new medications in pharmacy computer systems.
- Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of prescriptions and responded to customer questions.
- Verified accuracy of patient information on prescription orders.
- Maintained pharmacy inventory by restocking shelves with medications and supplies.
- Received and verified daily incoming drug inventories, reported discrepancies, and logged items into inventory system.
- Checked expiration dates on drug products prior to dispensing them to customers.
- Ensured accurate billing information was included on prescription orders prior to processing them.
- Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous drugs or materials in accordance with OSHA standards.
- Efficiently processed cash register transactions for new and refilled prescription orders.
- Monitored stock levels of medications in the pharmacy's inventory system.
- Maintained records of controlled substances dispensed according to state regulations.
- Received verbal prescriptions from physicians or nurse practitioners via telephone, fax or electronic means.
- Adhered to regulatory guidelines for workplace safety and customer confidentiality.
- Verified patients' identities at pickup to prevent sale of wrong medications.
- Consulted with customers via telephone or in-person to assist with navigating pharmacy systems and completing requests.
- Assisted patients in understanding their medication instructions and usage directions.
- Compiled customer demographics, allergies, and medical history background.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding product quality or quantity issues.
- Generated labels for compounded medications using an automated system.
- Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
- Prepared prescription transfers to other pharmacies.
- Inspected medication storage locations to monitor drug expiration dates and supply adequate inventory.
- Interpreted and processed medication orders under supervision of pharmacist.
- Flagged potential side effects and allergies to prescribed medications for patients.
- Participated in pharmacy inventory management, including tracking expiration dates and removing outdated medications.
- Processed insurance claims and handled billing inquiries to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Entered patient and prescription information into pharmacy software systems with high attention to detail.
- Participated in continuing education and training to stay current with pharmacy practices and technology.
- Supported pharmacy operations by answering phone calls and directing queries appropriately.
- Assisted pharmacists in filling prescription orders accurately and efficiently.
- Prepared compound medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Monitored prescription refill requests and communicated with patients regarding their status.
- Entered prescription information into computer databases.
- Received written prescriptions and refill requests from patients, evaluating information for completeness and accuracy before filling.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Coding And Billing
Ultimate Medical Academy
Clearwater, FL08-2020
Bachelor of Science - Pre Diagnostic Medical Sonography
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN05-2026
Skills
- Telemetry equipment operation
- Heart rhythm interpretation
- ECG monitoring
- Patient monitoring
- Vital signs measurement
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Lead placement
- Basic life support
- Emergency response
- Healthcare communication
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient confidentiality practices
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Medical terminology
- Data analysis
- Documentation
- Medical documentation
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Time management
- Patient safety
- Team collaboration
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Heartsaver first aid CPR AED
Certification
- Kentucky EMT
- Indiana EMT
- NREMT
- AHA BLS Provider
Timeline
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Select Speciality Hospital
01.2026 - Current
EMT-Basic
American Medical Response, AMR
12.2020 - 01.2025
EMT-Basic
Henderson EMS
01.2019 - 05.2021
EMT-Basic
Medic-On Site
04.2018 - 01.2019
Certified Pharmacy Technician
T & T Drugs
02.2016 - 04.2018
Associate of Science - Medical Coding And Billing
Ultimate Medical Academy
Bachelor of Science - Pre Diagnostic Medical Sonography
University of Southern Indiana