Rachael Cote
Zimmerman
Summary
Emergency Medical Technician with Allina Health Mercy Hospital, skilled in critical decision-making and trauma care. Proven ability to administer basic life support and monitor vital signs effectively. Recognized for enhancing team communication and training staff, ensuring high-quality patient care in high-pressure environments. Compassionate and calm under pressure, dedicated to improving patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
Allina Health Mercy Hospital
12.2024 - Current
- Administered emergency care to patients in critical situations, ensuring timely and effective interventions.
- Documented patient care activities in electronic health records accurately and promptly.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient conditions, prioritizing urgent needs for medical attention.
- Administered basic life support and emergency care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Responded to emergencies promptly, employing critical thinking in high-pressure situations.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Assisted physicians in performing minor procedures such as suturing wounds, splinting fractures, and applying dressings to ensure optimal healing outcomes.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols within emergency department.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Performed EKG tests to monitor patient heart activity and detect abnormalities.
- Collected blood samples from patients using various venipuncture techniques.
Scheduler/Management Assistant
Lake Ridge Care Center
02.2024 - 11.2025
- Coordinated care team schedules, enhancing communication and workflow efficiency among nursing staff.
- Developed and implemented new scheduling protocols to improve appointment adherence rates.
- Mentored team members on conflict resolution strategies related to schedule adjustments and changes.
Trained Medication Aide/CNA
Lake Ridge Care Center
10.2020 - 11.2025
- Administered medications accurately to residents in accordance with care plans and regulatory standards.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, enhancing overall quality of care and well-being.
- Trained new staff on medication administration protocols and resident care best practices.
- Provided compassionate care for patients with diverse medical conditions, skillfully administering medications as directed.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, assisting in the administration of necessary treatments or medications under RN supervision.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
St. Cloud State University
St. Cloud, MNHigh School Diploma -
HLWW
Howard Lake, MN06-2013
Skills
- Critical decision-making skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Triaging
- Fracture stabilization
- Medication administration
- Cardiac monitoring
- Calm under pressure
- Trauma care
- Empathy and compassion
- Time management
- Basic life support
- CPR and first aid
Certification
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Allina Health Mercy Hospital
12.2024 - Current
Scheduler/Management Assistant
Lake Ridge Care Center
02.2024 - 11.2025
Trained Medication Aide/CNA
Lake Ridge Care Center
10.2020 - 11.2025
No Degree - General Studies
St. Cloud State University
High School Diploma -
HLWW