Kyla Shank
New Bern,NC
Summary
Voted best care provider by my peers in 2023 for EMS awards.
Received recognition for traumatic burn care for patient that sustained second and third degree burns to 60% his body.
Received multiple cardiac arrest saves after performing CPR and regaining ROSC.
Participated in COVID-19 vaccination clinic community outreach during peak COVID.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
CarolinaEast Health System
New Bern, NC
11.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans effectively.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
Paramedic
Gaston Emergency Medical Services
Gaston County
06.2018 - 11.2024
- Administered advanced life support interventions to stabilize patients in emergency situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient patient care during transport.
- Conducted thorough assessments and triaged patients based on severity of conditions.
- Operated medical equipment, including defibrillators and cardiac monitors, effectively.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records for compliance.
- Mentored junior paramedics and EMTs, enhancing team performance and knowledge sharing.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops to stay current on best practices in pre-hospital emergency medicine.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
Team Trainer
Bojangles'
Belmont, NC
06.2015 - 11.2019
- Administered advanced life support interventions to stabilize patients in emergency situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient patient care during transport.
- Conducted thorough assessments and triaged patients based on severity of conditions.
- Operated medical equipment, including defibrillators and cardiac monitors, effectively.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records for compliance.
- Mentored junior paramedics and EMTs, enhancing team performance and knowledge sharing.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops to stay current on best practices in pre-hospital emergency medicine.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Trained new team members on operational procedures and customer service standards.
Education
High School Diploma - Nursing Science
Highland School of Technology
Gastonia, NC06.2015
Skills
Patient support and assistance
- Documentation and reporting
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Advanced life support
Critical decision-making skills
Direct patient care
Intubation
Patient assessments
IV insertion
Airway management
Pediatric advanced life support
Pre-hospital care
Medical equipment operation
Patient transport
Stroke management
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Medication administration
Triaging
Care plan adherence
Hazardous materials awareness
EMR / EHR
Patient support and assistance
Timeline
Paramedic
CarolinaEast Health System
11.2024 - Current
Paramedic
Gaston Emergency Medical Services
06.2018 - 11.2024
Team Trainer
Bojangles'
06.2015 - 11.2019
High School Diploma - Nursing Science
Highland School of Technology