Kristen Poore
Spotsylvania
Summary
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Well-qualified Healthcare professional adept at managing specimens, assisting with mobility and responding to emergencies. Excellent relationship-building, prioritization and time management skills. Certified in emergency medical services as an EMT-B
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Department Technician
Stafford Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted medical staff with patient care and emergency procedures in high-pressure environments.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient information accurately for timely clinical assessments.
- Prepared and maintained medical equipment, ensuring readiness for emergency interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline patient flow and improve department efficiency.
Patient Care Technician
Culpeper Hospital
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely interventions.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas, enhancing overall safety standards.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records to ensure continuity of care.
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Fredericksburg Fire Department
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Responded to emergency calls, providing rapid firefighting and rescue services.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Operated firefighting equipment, maintaining readiness for emergency situations.
- Collaborated with team members during drills to enhance operational effectiveness.
CNA
The Dermatology Center
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Assisted dermatologists with patient examinations and procedures, ensuring smooth workflow and patient comfort.
- Prepared examination rooms, maintained cleanliness, and ensured availability of necessary medical supplies.
- Maintained strict sterilization protocols for all instruments and surfaces, ensuring a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Assisted dermatologists with various procedures, improving patient treatment outcomes and satisfaction.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
EMT-B
Venesco, NGA Contractor
05.2020 - 04.2021
- Assist in addressing healthcare related telephonic and email inquiries
- Perform research to support NGA’s public health response effort to reported COVID-19 cases impacting NGA facilities
- Liaise between the IRT and the NGA Medical Clinic Staff
- Respond to the general medical questions from the hotline and assist the Medical Advisor as needed
- Administer Covid-19 rapid testing to NGA employees.
EMT | Medescreen
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Obtain OSHA 10 and 30 certifications Provide immediate BLS medical attention to construction workers and personnel on site Conduct safety orientations and walks within the site ensuring safety precautions are being taken.
CNA
Hematology Oncology Associates Of Fredericksburg
03.2019 - 10.2019
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies Obtained blood specimen via port and venous access Administered injections to patients intramuscular and subcutaneous Provided quality care to the patients ensuring their needs are met and are taken care of.
CNA | Carriage Hill Health & Rehab Center
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stafford High School
Fredericksburg06-2018
Skills
- Critical decision-making skills
- Vital sign assessment
- Emergency response and assessment
- EKG procedures
- Time management
- Working collaboratively
- Ultrasound guided IVs
- EMR experience
- Emergency medical care
- Orthopedic splinting
- Patient transport
Certification
Emergency Medical Technician - Basic
VA State Certification
September 2017
AHA BLS CPR
ICS 100,200,700,800
HAZMAT 1&2
Firefighter 1&2
Mayday Firefighter Down
TIMS
Timeline
Emergency Department Technician
Stafford Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Culpeper Hospital
10.2022 - 05.2023
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Fredericksburg Fire Department
08.2021 - 11.2022
CNA
The Dermatology Center
07.2021 - 08.2022
EMT-B
Venesco, NGA Contractor
05.2020 - 04.2021
EMT | Medescreen
12.2019 - 06.2020
CNA
Hematology Oncology Associates Of Fredericksburg
03.2019 - 10.2019
CNA | Carriage Hill Health & Rehab Center
07.2018 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Stafford High School