Lauren MacPherson
Broomfield
Summary
Compassionate EMT with expertise in delivering high-quality patient care and effective communication. Skilled in critical thinking and basic life support, ready to enhance team collaboration and improve patient outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
Intermountain Health
Lafayette
01.2023 - Current
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, assessed the situation and provided appropriate treatment for illnesses or injuries.
- Performed basic life support procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillation.
- Provided treatments such as administering oxygen therapy and splinting fractures, providing wound care, and establishing IV's
- Provided comfort and reassurance to patients and families, enhancing emotional support during critical situations.
- Cultivated strong relationships with medical professionals, facilitating seamless collaboration for optimal patient care.
- Educated family members on post-discharge care, ensuring smoother transitions and improved patient outcomes.
- Trained new hires by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
Military
United States Army National Guard
01.2020 - Current
- Implemented medical protocols for triage, resuscitation, stabilization, and transport of ill or injured persons.
- Educated patients on medications, including dosage instructions and side effects, to promote safe usage.
- Developed innovative strategies that improved team effectiveness and patient care outcomes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align efforts and achieve operational goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines, to ensure safe Helicopter flights
Home Health Aide
University Of Colorado Boulder
Boulder
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Supported clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care to enhance personal hygiene and comfort.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Ensured clean, safe home environment for clients, promoting health and well-being.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Facilitated cooking, meal preparation, and shopping to promote nutritious diet and independence.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Integrative Physiology
University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, CO12.2025
EMT Cert -
Front Range Community College
Longmont05.2021
Skills
- Basic life support
- IV/IO access
- Empathy and compassion
- Critical thinking
- CPR/ Airway Management/AED use
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Intermountain Health
01.2023 - Current
Home Health Aide
University Of Colorado Boulder
03.2022 - 12.2022
Military
United States Army National Guard
01.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Integrative Physiology
University of Colorado Boulder
EMT Cert -
Front Range Community College