As the Director of Emergency Medical Services at the Center for Patient Safety, I work with a diverse cohort of EMS agencies across the country to collect patient safety data and improve Just Culture in an effort to reduce the risk of patient harm.I have experience overseeing the coordination, oversight, and regulation of Emergency Medical Services operations, education, and emergency care in the Nation's Capital. I have more than ten years of experience as a EMS clinician, instructor, and leader in various pre-hospital and public health settings, including volunteer and paid organizations, academic institutions, and emergency response incident management teams.My core competencies include building and leading functional teams, coordinating stakeholders, managing projects and programs, transforming organizations, and ensuring quality and compliance in EMS and healthcare delivery. I am passionate about advancing the field of EMS and public health through evidence-based practice, education, and innovation. I have developed and implemented updated policies and procedures in EMS education and protocols, resulting in improved outcomes and performance metrics. I have also contributed to the District's COVID-19 response as a Testing and Sampling Group Supervisor and the Deputy Health and Medical Branch Director, earning recognition and commendation for my service.
Listed skills include Paramedic, Advanced Life Suport, Airway Management, Emergency Medical Services, and 39 others.