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Melanie Palmer

Cootamundra,NSW

Summary

I am dedicated and highly motivated with a strong background in pre-hospital healthcare, clinical decision-making and working effectively in high-pressure environments. I believe I demonstrate strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to support and motivate colleagues while maintaining high standards of patient care, safety and professionalism. I have experience in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, managing competing priorities and making sound decisions in complex and rapidly changing situations. I’m committed to staff development, continuous improvement and fostering a workplace that promotes psychological safety, open communication, accountability and learning from clinical experiences and errors. My aim is to transition into a management role where clinical experience, leadership capability and a commitment to organisational excellence can contribute to staff development, operational performance and quality patient outcomes.

Overview

6
6
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Paramedic

Ambulance NSW
Cootamundra
04.2026 - Current
  • Conducted assessments to prioritise medical interventions effectively.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented patient conditions to inform treatment decisions.
  • Educated patients on health management and follow-up care.
  • Communicated clearly with team members during emergency and non-emergency situations.
  • Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and crew.
  • Maintained equipment and supplies for optimal operational readiness.

Paramedic Trainee P1T

Ambulance NSW
Liverpool
04.2025 - 04.2026
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient handoffs at hospitals.
  • Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
  • Ensured ambulance vehicles and medical supplies were clean and well-organized to facilitate efficient response.
  • Partnered with team members in training exercises to strengthen operational readiness and teamwork.

Mortuary Transport Attendant

Statewide Mortuary Transport
St Marys, NSW
12.2023 - 09.2026
  • Transported deceased individuals with care and respect across various locations.
  • Provided compassionate support to families, helping them navigate challenging times with empathy and understanding.
  • Maintained effective inter-agency communication and rapport, facilitating smooth coordination during transport operations.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline operational workflows efficiently.
  • Documented details accurately for legal and record-keeping purposes.
  • Monitored premises for potential risks and took appropriate action to keep everyone safe.

Emergency Medical Technician

Absolute Medical Response
Mount Druitt, NSW
07.2021 - 03.2025
  • Administered first aid in emergency situations to stabilise patients until further medical help arrived.
  • Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs.
  • Engaged independently with stakeholders to establish communication and facilitate performance on site.
  • Conducted regular inspections of emergency vehicles and workshops to ensure safety compliance and operational readiness.
  • Adhered to safety regulations set by local governing bodies to maintain operational standards.

Education

Bachelor of Paramedicine -

University of Tasmania
Rozelle, NSW
02.2023 - 02.2025

Certificate IV In Training And Assessment -

TAFE NSW
Bankstown, NSW
02.2021 - 08.2021

Diploma - Paramedical Science

Australian Paramedical College
Sydney, NSW
06.2019 - 06.2021

Certificate IV In Healthcare -

O’Halloran
01.2016 - 01.2017

Skills

  • Medical assessment
  • Advanced life support
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Patient education
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Empathetic engagement
  • Time management
  • Scene safety assessment
  • Critical decision-making skills
  • Direct patient care
  • Inter-agency communication
  • Safety compliance
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication

Timeline

Paramedic

Ambulance NSW
04.2026 - Current

Paramedic Trainee P1T

Ambulance NSW
04.2025 - 04.2026

Mortuary Transport Attendant

Statewide Mortuary Transport
12.2023 - 09.2026

Bachelor of Paramedicine -

University of Tasmania
02.2023 - 02.2025

Emergency Medical Technician

Absolute Medical Response
07.2021 - 03.2025

Certificate IV In Training And Assessment -

TAFE NSW
02.2021 - 08.2021

Diploma - Paramedical Science

Australian Paramedical College
06.2019 - 06.2021

Certificate IV In Healthcare -

O’Halloran
01.2016 - 01.2017
Melanie Palmer