Paramedic Resume Example Lincoln County EMS

PARAMEDIC

Professional Summary

Focused Paramedic well-versed in patient assessment and emergency care. Reliable and efficient with two years of quality performance in patient-facing as a paramedic and approximately seven years of experience working with patients and staff in an emergency department as a patient care technician. Accustomed to providing critical care in dynamic environments.

Accomplishments

I was nominated by multiple coworkers and received the "Outstanding Rookie of the Year" award following my first year as a paramedic. This award shined on my progression as a paramedic as well as my patient care and dedication.

Skills

IV/IO Insertion
Medical History Collection
Patient Care
Deligation
Pre-hospital Care
Direct Patient Care
CPR
Medical Records Management
Vital Sign Monitoring
Emergency vehicle operation
Catheter Insertion
12-lead placement and interpretation (also including right sided and posterior)

Ambulance Transfer
Patient Assessments
Teamwork
Cleaning
Emergency Response
Medication Administration
Intubation
Vital Assessments
Triaging
Splinting
Wound Care
Rhythm identification & treatment formulation

Work History

Paramedic, 06/2019 to Current
Lincoln County EMS – Lincolnton, NC

Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
Assessed patient condition throughphysical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.

Paramedic , 09/2017 to 06/2019
Gaston County EMS – Gastonia, NC

Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.

Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department, 09/2012 to 12/2018
CaroMont Regional Medical Center – Gastonia , NC

Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Interacted effectively with patients, families, staff and other hospital department staff to deliver high level of customer service and teamwork.
Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team efficiency.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee trainings and taking classes in subjects to improve skills such as splinting, 12-lead placements, utilizing restraints, etc.
Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to responsible RN and/or physician.
Organized medical charts for patients by assembling new admission pages and adding appropriate pages to charts.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Documented observations and baseline measurements in medical records.
Preformed timely duties such as catheter placements and collection, 12-lead EKGs, splinting, wound care, and regularly vital check in a proficient manner.
Answering phones and placing calls for physicians regarding further patient care. This included assistance with admissions, discharges, and follow ups for patients.
Answering and taking routine traffic reports for inbound EMS units.

Education

High School Diploma: 06/2008
South Point High School - Belmont, NC

No Degree: Political ScienceUNC- Greensboro - Greensboro, NC

Associate of Applied Science: EMS, 05/2018
Gaston College - Dallas, NC

Bachelor of Science: Healthcare Administration Liberty University - Lynchburg, VA

Certifications

North Carolina State Paramedic - P116854 (expiration date: May 31, 2022)

IS-100

IS-200

IS-700

IS-800

Prehospital Trauma Life Support (expiration date: March, 2022)

All Hazards Disaster Response (expiration date: February, 2023)

Advanced Medical Life Support (expiration date: October, 2021)

EMS Safety (expiration date: February, 2023)

ACLS (expiration date: 2022)

BLS (expiration date: 2022)

PALS (expiration date: 2022)

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Lincoln County EMS
Gaston County EMS
CaroMont Regional Medical Center

School Attended

South Point High School
UNC- Greensboro
Gaston College
Liberty University

Job Titles Held:

Paramedic
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department

Degrees

High School Diploma : 06/2008
No Degree : Political Science
Associate of Applied Science : EMS , 05/2018
Bachelor of Science : Healthcare Administration

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