Resourceful Paramedic offering a combined ten years of experience handling medical emergencies. Expertise in monitoring cardiac conditions and EKG readings and executing placement of peripheral, central and intraosseous lines. In-depth knowledge of testing, maintaining and using medical and rescue equipment. Quick-witted professional committed to providing patient-focused delivery of care and treatment.
Skills
Multitasking and Prioritization
Decision Making
Prehospital Care
Communication Equipment Operation
Patient Condition Observation
Ambulance Transport
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Venipuncture Procedures
Emergency Diagnostics
Airway Management
Drug Inventory Management
Emergency Treatment Procedures
Work History
08/2017 to Current
Paramedic CaptainAction Resources – Pasadena, TX,
Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Responded to multiple daily emergencies per ninety-six hour shifts, working alongside firemen and EMTs.
Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
09/2018 to Current
Senior Field SupervisorBanner Health – Sun City, AZ,
Planned and scheduled field activities according to set timelines and order of operations.
Evaluated performance and progress, and made proactive adjustments.
Kept teams on task to complete milestones on time.
Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
Delivered new-hire orientation, training and ongoing educational programs to foster team development.
Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
05/2011 to 08/2017
EMT-BasicMcDowell County Ambulance Authority – City, STATE,
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
Administered basic life and advanced life support to patients at scene, en route to hospital and pre-hospital settings.
Determined medical and safety requirements at emergency scene by assessing medical status of ill or injured persons.
09/2009 to 09/2017
88M- Wheeled Vehicle Operator WV Army National Guard – City, STATE,
Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
Transported hazardous materials and oversized shipments without incident.
Oversaw teams planning, implementing and realigning field and base operational strategies.
Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
Implemented tactics, procedures, and techniques for defense systems.
Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
Secured and protected military property, assets and personnel.
Education
Expected in 05/2018
Associate of Applied Science: Emergency Medical Services New River Community And Technical College - Beaver, WV GPA:
Expected in
Associate of Science: Psychology Bluefield State College - Bluefield, WV GPA:
Expected in 05/2010
High School Diploma: IAEGER HIGH SCHOOL - Iaeger, WV, GPA:
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