Candice Patterson is an experienced registered nurse and paramedic with over 20 years of experience in emergency medicine, critical care transport, occupational health and safety. She has worked in emergency departments, hospitals, diagnostic centers, and as a flight communication specialist. She is skilled in patient care, clinical procedures, leadership, health education, and community involvement.

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C A N D I C E PAT T E R S O N
RN, CEN, TNCC, ACLS, PALS, EMT-P, ENPC, FLIGHT PHISIOLOGY
Patient centered quality focused health care professional. Compassionate, clinically skilled with
outstanding interpersonal communication style. A leader in work place culture with emphasis
on safety, efficiency and enthusiasm for patient care. Experienced in Emergency Medicine,
Rescue, Critical Care, Occupational Health & Safety, Interventional Radiology,
Aeromedical Communication, Public Relations, Safety Education, Team Building and Public
Speaking.
EXPERIENCE
HCA Hospital/Emergency Department RN (Current ) Brandon, Florida. Patient treatment in
high volume, high acuity Emergency Department for Adults and Pediatric Patients. Triage,
Critical Care, Cardiac, Stroke, Trauma.
Robins & Morton Power & Industry. Nurse/Medic/Safety Administration. (2014-2016) Florida.
Management of all occupational injuries, illness and clinical care for 800 employees at major
power plant. Development of health education in conjunction with administration, staff’s health
needs and OSHA requirements. Acting administrator on duty. Occupational health screening for
Human Resources, & Workman’s Compensation.
Community Diagnostic Center, Paramedic / Clinical Educator. (2010-2014) Brandon, Florida
Treatment of all clinical emergencies. IV therapy, sedation & monitoring of patients.
Invasive/diagnostic procedures. Direct assistant to radiologist. Case consultation with multiple
health teams. Safety training & incident investigation.
St. Joseph’s Hospital ER ,Paramedic (1996-2010) Tampa, Florida. Trauma, stroke, code team,
triage, patient care, EKG, IV therapy, phlebotomy, orthopedic care/patient education/discharge,
critical care transport, patient care assignments to cover RN’s when needed. In hospital
emergency response.
Bayflight/ Flight Communication Specialist/Paramedic 2001-2003 Florida. Coordinating air
medical response and transport. Management of multiple flights. Public relations. EMS
Communications.
Education : ASN, RN * BSN 2017
Community Leadership, Event Organization & Motivational Speaking
Butterfly Challenge Founder, Speaker, Writer.
Dr. Sand & The ER Pacemakers, Team Captain, Community Excellence Award 2006
World Craniofacial Foundation
Children’s Tumor Foundation