Resourceful Paramedic offering 17 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, including EKG's, cardiac monitoring and airway management. Quick-witted professional committed to providing patient-focused delivery of care and treatment.
Thoughtful, dedicated Peer Support Volunteer Counselor
Fire Chaplain in Training
Dedicated Field Training Officer, focused on mentoring, facilitating professional growth, skill development
Skills
Patient Assessments
Triaging
Medication Administration
Pre-hospital Care
Ability to perform evaluations
Completing physical assessments
Learning Management Systems
Direct Patient Care
Mentoring proficiency
Small Group Instruction
Supervising students
Medical History Collection
Work History
04/2021 to Current
Paramedic /Field Training Officer Genesis Health Group – Silvis, Il & Davenport,
Mentoring, Training and Coaching New Hire and Promotional employees
Instructing new and promotional employees with hands on skills, radio communications and patient care assessment
Thoroughly documentation of trainee progress, goals and coaching
Applied 17 years field experience to triage injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
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.
Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
08/2018 to Current
ParamedicGenesis Health Group – Davenport, IA,
Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
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.
Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Executed emergency diagnostic procedures to treat patients, including stomach suction, airway management and heart monitoring.
09/2012 to 07/2017
Paramedic Baylor Scott & White Health – Forney, TX,
Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Executed emergency diagnostic procedures to treat patients, including stomach suction, airway management and heart monitoring.
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
02/2007 to 08/2012
EMT-BasicLake EMS And Lake -Sumter EMS – City, STATE,
Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
Determined medical and safety requirements at emergency scene by assessing medical status of ill or injured persons.
Administered basic life and advanced life support to patients at scene, en route to hospital and pre-hospital settings.
Protected self and others to prevent risk of communicable diseases and comply with safety regulations and procedures.
Completed and submitted field care report, patient billing and trip ticket and daily driver unit checkout form to facilitate record-keeping requirements.
Leveraged defibrillator, oxygen, suction devices, CPR and other procedures and medications to provide advanced medical care.
Followed pre-printed and map-based directions to locate sites and maintained awareness of changes in roadways or points of access.
Responded to emergencies by choosing route, observing traffic conditions and avoiding dangerous situations by maintaining communications with dispatcher.
Participated in community programs to maintain company image and establish strong community relations.
Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions and certifications, licenses and registrations.
Removed victims from vehicles or scene of accident or catastrophe and assisted in transfer to receiving facilities.
Education
Expected in
Graduate Student: Clinical Mental Health Counseling Liberty University - Lynchburg, VA, GPA:
Expected in 08/2011
Associate of Science: Emergency Medical Services-Paramedic College of Central Florida - Ocala, FL GPA:
Expected in 12/2003
Bachelor of Arts: English Southeastern University - Lakeland, FL , GPA:
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