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Pandie Hunter

Baton Rouge

Summary

Dynamic Family Advocate with a proven track record at Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency, achieving a 100% authorization rate for donations. Skilled in clear communication and effective case oversight, I excel in high-pressure situations, fostering relationships with families and healthcare partners to facilitate compassionate decision-making and support during critical times. A well-rounded professional seeking to build upon my experience as a Family Advocate to cultivate a long-term career dedicated to advancing donation advocacy.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Advocate

Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency (LOPA)
05.2024 - Current
  • Achieved and maintained 100% authorization rate for both DCD (Donation after Circulatory Death) and brain death donations during the last quarter
  • Provide compassionate, high quality support to potential donor families throughout the organ and tissue donation process
  • Remote and Onsite response throughout the state of Louisiana
  • Educate families and partners about donation options, and facilitate the decision making process while honoring the donor's wishes or requesting authorization from authorized party
  • Conduct thorough assessments of potential donors by engaging in daily rounds with hospital staff and reviewing medical records
  • Foster strong, collaborative relationships with hospital partners while working together to identify and evaluate potential donors

Medicolegal Death Investigator

The Office of the East Baton Rouge Parish Coroner
06.2019 - 05.2024
  • Supported grieving families by providing clear explanations of investigation findings and offering guidance on next steps following a loved one''s death.
  • Reduced backlog of unresolved cases by prioritizing urgent or high-profile investigations and allocating resources effectively.
  • Collected crime scene evidence, examined bodies, and investigated secondary locations to build detailed cases based on sound evidence handling practices.
  • Ensured accurate determination of cause and manner of death through meticulous examination of medical records and autopsy results.
  • Established strong relationships with local hospitals, funeral homes, and mortuaries to facilitate the sharing of information pertinent to ongoing investigations.

ECG Technician

Louisiana Cardiology Associates
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Communicated with healthcare workers and physicians concerning test results.
  • Administered testing with electrocardiogram for patients experiencing events and as screening tool.
  • Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail while performing ECG tracings, leading to the identification of critical cardiac abnormalities and timely intervention.
  • Educated patients on testing and preparation steps prior to procedure.
  • Monitored patient activity during stress test to record data.

Paramedic

East Baton Rouge Emergency Medical Services
08.2001 - 12.2010
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
  • Engaged in effective communication with physicians and nursing staff to coordinate and optimize patient care

Education

Human Biology

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University
Baton Rouge, LA

Skills

  • Cross-cultural understanding
  • Clear communication
  • Effective case oversight
  • Relationships and rapport
  • Facilitating family communication
  • Healthcare knowledge
  • Thrives in high-pressure situations
  • Multitasking proficiency
  • Excellent problem solving

Timeline

Family Advocate

Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency (LOPA)
05.2024 - Current

Medicolegal Death Investigator

The Office of the East Baton Rouge Parish Coroner
06.2019 - 05.2024

ECG Technician

Louisiana Cardiology Associates
01.2014 - 01.2016

Paramedic

East Baton Rouge Emergency Medical Services
08.2001 - 12.2010

Human Biology

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University

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