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ELIZABETH RUSSELL

Louisville,KY

Summary

Compassionate healthcare professional with extensive experience in high-stress emergency settings. Nursing license obtained after several years as a paramedic for a local 911 service. Demonstrates a strong ability to perform technical medical skills with precision while effectively addressing the emotional and medical needs of trauma victims, individuals facing illness, and those experiencing psychological emergencies. Committed to continuous learning and proficient in understanding and following both oral and written instructions. Fosters effective collaboration with colleagues, fire and police personnel, hospital staff, and the general public. Proven track record of delivering exceptional patient care while maintaining composure in medical crises, showcasing reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Jewish Hospital
07.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
  • Assessed and triaged patients to prioritize care in high-pressure emergency situations.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Paramedic

Baptist Health Louisville EMS
08.2020 - 07.2022
  • PRN position, providing BLS/ALS facility transfers and transports to the patient's residence.
  • Administered advanced life support and emergency medical care in high-pressure situations.
  • Demonstrated excellent problem-solving abilities in high-stress situations.
  • Adhered strictly to department policies and procedures while delivering quality care.
  • Communicated effectively with hospital staff upon arrival of the patient at the facility.
  • Developed strong working relationships with colleagues by displaying a professional attitude at all times.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all patient care activities using theelectronic health records system.

Paramedic

Highview Fire/EMS
01.2021 - 04.2022
  • PRN position, 911 Service
  • Providing prehospital BLS/ALS care to the patient's residing in the Louisville metro area.
  • Initiated advanced and basic life support by following protocols and physician orders.
  • Demonstrated excellent problem solving abilities in high stress situations.
  • Protected confidential information about patients through adherence to HIPAA regulations.
  • Performed CPR, splinting, wound care, intravenous therapy and other life saving techniques as needed.
  • Monitored trauma, critical and cardiac patients while appropriately responding to symptoms before hospital arrival.

Paramedic PRN

AMR Ambulance
11.2019 - 07.2020
  • PRN position, providing BLS/ALS facility transfers and 911 overflow.
  • Administered advanced life support and emergency medical care in high-pressure situations.
  • Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at the scene.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using cardiac monitoring, pulse oximeters, and electronic vital sign machines.

Paramedic

Buechel Fire and EMS
08.2018 - 10.2019
  • Paramedic, 911 service providing prehospital BLS/ALS medical care to the resident of Louisville metro area
  • Performed all job functions related to the treatment, stabilization if possible, and transporting victims of trauma and/or illness to the closest appropriate facility.
  • Demonstrated excellent organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and effectively respond to medical emergencies.
  • Performed CPR, splinting, wound care, intravenous therapy and other life saving techniques as needed.
  • Utilized advanced assessment skills to evaluate patient condition, identify treatments, and provide appropriate interventions.
  • Performed endotracheal intubation to open airways and ventilate patient.
  • Provided emergency medical services to critically ill and injured patients in pre-hospital settings.
  • Protected confidential information about patients through adherence to HIPAA regulations.
  • Developed strong working relationships with colleagues by displaying a professional attitude at all times.

Paramedic

LMEMS
06.2009 - 08.2018

Paramedic, 911 service, providing prehospital BLS/ALS medical care to the residents of the Louisville metro area

  • Performed all job functions related to the treatment, stabilization if possible, and transporting victims of trauma and/or illness to the closest appropriate facility
  • FTO
  • Demonstrated excellent organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and effectively respond to medical emergencies.
  • Performed endotracheal intubation.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent cases over non-urgent ones.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all patient care activities using theelectronic health records system.
  • Collaborated closely with law enforcement officers while responding to emergency calls.
  • Monitored trauma, critical, and cardiac patients while appropriately responding to symptoms before hospital arrival.
  • Communicated effectively with hospital staff upon arrival of the patient at the facility.
  • Developed strong working relationships with colleagues by displaying a professional attitude at all times
  • Restored and stabilized heart rhythm in pulseless and apneic patients.
  • Mentored junior paramedics in protocol adherence and effective patient assessment techniques.
  • Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing

Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY
08.2023

Associate of Science - Nursing

Galen College of Nursing
Louisville
06.2022

Paramedic -

Know-How-Inc
Louisville, KY
01.2010

Some College (No Degree) -

Jefferson Community And Technical College
Louisville, KY

GED - US

Louisville, KY
01.1998

Skills

  • Comprehensive patient evaluations
  • ECG interpretation
  • Patient-centered care approach
  • Intravenous fluid management
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Skilled in airway interventions
  • Ethical practice
  • ACLS certification
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Trauma nursing core course (TNCC)
  • Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
  • Effective clinical decision-making
  • CPR/AED certification
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Compassionate and caring
  • Emergency triage
  • Ongoing patient evaluation
  • Charting and clinical documentation
  • ESO
  • Cerner FirstNet

Certification

  • EMT-Paramedic License
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • Registered Nursing License
  • Basic Life Support
  • FEMA IS-00100.b (ICS-100)
  • FEMA IS-00200.b (ICS-200)
  • FEMA IS-00700.a (NIMS)
  • FEMA IS-00800.c (ICS-800)

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Jewish Hospital
07.2022 - Current

Paramedic

Highview Fire/EMS
01.2021 - 04.2022

Paramedic

Baptist Health Louisville EMS
08.2020 - 07.2022

Paramedic PRN

AMR Ambulance
11.2019 - 07.2020

Paramedic

Buechel Fire and EMS
08.2018 - 10.2019

Paramedic

LMEMS
06.2009 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing

Galen College of Nursing

Associate of Science - Nursing

Galen College of Nursing

Paramedic -

Know-How-Inc

Some College (No Degree) -

Jefferson Community And Technical College

GED - US

ELIZABETH RUSSELL