Deanna Robb
Hawea Flat,OTA
Summary
Focused and dependable individual, well-versed in patient assessment and care. Reliable and efficient with 12+ years experience in a patient-facing role. Accustomed to providing care in dynamic environments and committed to providing compassionate patient-focused delivery of care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Hato Hone St John
04.2010 - 12.2022
- Delivered intermediate life support (ILS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of emergencies.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local medical staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure situations.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Coordinated with other emergency services personnel during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.
- Promoted health equity by offering culturally sensitive care to diverse populations while respecting individual preferences or needs.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
Volunteer Team Manager
Hato Hone St John
03.2019 - 02.2021
- Developed an effective team of 20 volunteer First Responders through recruitment, ongoing training, and fostering a positive work environment.
- Championed process improvements by identifying inefficiencies, proposing solutions, and leading change initiatives.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Established performance goals for volunteers and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Education
Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic) - Paramedicine
Whitireia Community Polytechnic
Wellington, NZ11.2011
Skills
- Intermediate Life Support (ILS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)
- Critical decision-making skills
- Documentation And Reporting
- IV Insertion/ Intravenous therapy
- Vital sign and 12 lead ECG acquisition/assessment
- Patient Assessments
- Medical Equipment use
- Safety Protocol adherence
- Emotional Support
Timeline
Volunteer Team Manager
Hato Hone St John
03.2019 - 02.2021
Paramedic
Hato Hone St John
04.2010 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic) - Paramedicine
Whitireia Community Polytechnic
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