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PARAMEDIC
Summary

Committed medical professional actively pursuing an opportunity to contribute value to the Buncombe County EMS team through a Paramedic role. Meticulous and compassionate with demonstrated success in executing compassionate patient care and reasoned decision-making under pressure. Highly skilled in wound care and IV administration with a strong foundation of knowledge in ALS interventions.

Skills
  • Fire and safety guidance
  • Safety training
  • Emergency situations
  • Evaluations and reporting
  • Vehicle safety
  • Oral and written communication
  • Decontamination process and procedures
  • Administrative support
  • Data entry
  • Recordkeeping
  • Staff supervision
  • Training
  • Team building
  • Customer service
  • Wound care
  • Field patient assessments
  • IV fluid replacement
  • Medical data acquisition
  • Lifesaving measures
  • Aseptic technique
  • Safety protocols
  • Respiratory care assessment
  • EKG procedures
  • Emergency management
  • Dispatch communication protocols
  • Administering medication
  • IV and medication administration
  • Ambulance transport
  • Defibrillation and resuscitation
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Verbal communication
  • Vital sign assessment
  • Emergency response and assessment
  • Patient support and assistance
  • Critical decision-making skills
Experience
06/2019 - Current
Buncombe County Rescue Squad － Asheville, NCParamedic
  • Documented all care provided to patients into ALS and BLS reports for submission to Medical Director.
  • Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
  • Explained each step of treatment to conscious patients to reduce fear and invoke calm.
  • Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
  • Treated patients suffering from variety of illnesses and ailments, including heart attacks, strokes, motor vehicle accident injuries and sepsis.
  • Obtained details regarding patient by questioning family members and bystanders.
  • Assessed scene on arrival to identify potential safety issues and hazards affecting first responders.
  • Loaded patients into ambulances in preparation for transport to nearest medical center.
  • Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
  • Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Adhered to all protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
  • Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
  • Cleaned wounds and applied gauze and bandages to prevent infection.
  • Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
06/2019 - Current
Buncombe County Rescue Squad － Asheville, NCSafety Officer
  • Created and implemented safety policies and procedures for Rescue Squad.
  • Created and compiled new safety training procedures into flyers and emails, which were disseminated to all members of the staff.
  • Supervised safety audits and oversaw investigations into Squad quality issues.
  • Examined hazardous incidents and accidents to uncover the causes and provided corrective actions.
  • Held safety training and traffic safety instructional courses which led to marked improvements in safety culture across personnel groups.
  • Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
  • Responded to emergency situations in the most efficient, effective ways possible.
  • Determined root causes of accidents via in-depth investigations and identified potential prevention strategies to mitigate future risk.
  • Trained new employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents with proper behaviors.
  • Suspended dangerous activities posing active or potential threat to worker health and safety.
04/2018 - Current
Buncombe County Rescue Squad － Asheville, NCEMT-Basic
  • Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
  • Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
  • Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
  • Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
  • Operated ambulance to and from scenes and emergency facilities, responding to dispatch calls for emergent medical assistance.
  • Delivered first aid or life support care to sick or injured individuals in pre-hospital settings.
  • Assessed scenes and prioritized care according to severity of injury or illness.
  • Collaborated with team members and other first responders, ensuring consistent communication to maintain order and efficient care delivery.
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
  • Monitored and replenished ambulance supplies, maintaining well-stocked inventory and properly functioning equipment.
  • Completed emergency treatment procedures to stabilize individuals for transport.
  • Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
10/2009 - 11/2018
Mission Hospital － Asheville, NCEmergency Department Technician
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
  • Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
  • Provided direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
  • Documented all patient information, including condition or injury, treatment and medication administration.
  • Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
  • Collaborated with team members and other first responders, ensuring consistent communication to maintain order and efficient care delivery.
Education and Training
06/2019
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community CollegeAsheville, NCAssociate of Applied Science: Emergency Medical Technology
  • Giardina Foundation Scholarship Recipient
  • Ranked in Top 10% of class
05/2007
Madison County High SchoolMarshall, NCHigh School Diploma
  • FFA Member
  • Ranked in Top 25% of class
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Buncombe County Rescue Squad
  • Mission Hospital

School Attended

  • Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
  • Madison County High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Paramedic
  • Safety Officer
  • EMT-Basic
  • Emergency Department Technician

Degrees

  • Associate of Applied Science : Emergency Medical Technology
    High School Diploma

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