Paramedic resume example

• Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly and transferred to laboratory for testing.
• Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures.
• Inserted peripheral IVs and administered non-medication IV fluids.
• Monitored patients' comfort and safety during examinations and tests to alert physicians of abnormalities and changes in patient response.
• Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher or bed to other units.
• Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
• Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
• Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
• Administered first aid treatment and life support to care for sick or injured individuals.
• Decontaminated and sanitized all equipment, instruments and supplies.
• Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
• Applied orthopedic devices like traction and OCL splints.
• Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
• Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.

• Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
• Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
• Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
• Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
• Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
• Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.

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• Administered treatments in Type situations with accuracy, safety and speed.
• Responded to over Number daily emergency calls to provide quick and compassionate medical assistance and care for patients.
• Served as principal liaison between emergency medical response department and other city departments, public organizations and private agencies.
• Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
• Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
• Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
• Facilitated preparation and training for mass-casualty occurrences to minimize loss of life and maximize patient recovery.
• Recorded situational triages, medication administration and patient statuses using Software to collect data on EMT effectiveness and emergency preparedness.
• Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.