Versatile occupational health and safety director with hands-on expertise in multiple industries. Highly engaging team builder supports employee improvement and development in fast-paced, diverse workforce environments.
Skills
Safety audits
Protective equipment
Hazardous materials handling
Safety and compliance inspections
Records/files maintenance
Team Building
Preventative Measures
OSHA Standards and Codes
Occupational Health Hazards
Safety Courses
Risk management
Meeting leadership
Bloodborne pathogen analysis
Training development
Program activities
Work History
Safety Coordinator/Laboratory Manager, 08/2010 - Current Upmc – West Mifflin, PA,
Conducted investigations into incidents and reported on findings.
Investigated accidents and hazardous incidents to determine cause and made recommendations for corrective action.
Recommended changes to company culture in order to improve safety and meet changing demands.
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.
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.
Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
Responded to [Number] daily emergencies per [Timeframe], working alongside firemen and EMTs.
Prioritized tasks to provide effective care for over [Number] daily patients.
Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
Used [Software] to accurately document services provided to reduce liability and improve patient care.
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.
Trained [Number] EMTs in basic life support skills, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, oxygen therapy, wound care, patient history elicitation and splinting.
Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
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.
Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Used [Software] to collect data on triaging, medications and patient conditions.
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.
Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
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.
Paramedic Supervisor, 03/1990 - 02/2006 Life Care – City, STATE,
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.
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.
Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
Responded to [Number] daily emergencies per [Timeframe], working alongside firemen and EMTs.
Prioritized tasks to provide effective care for over [Number] daily patients.
Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
Used [Software] to accurately document services provided to reduce liability and improve patient care.
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.
Trained [Number] EMTs in basic life support skills, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, oxygen therapy, wound care, patient history elicitation and splinting.
Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
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.
Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Used [Software] to collect data on triaging, medications and patient conditions.
Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
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.
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.
Motor on Drilling Rig, 06/1981 - 03/1988 Power Rig Drilling – City, STATE,
Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.
Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators and ground workers.
Operated equipment such as fork trucks and [Type] cranes to meet challenging daily demands.
Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
Learned how to complete [Task] and [Task] with minimal supervision, contributing to successful [Result].
Demonstrated safe and proper operations of [Type] and [Type] equipment to prevent harm to team members or equipment.
Changed out parts, fixed systems and refurbished elements to complete repairs on different types of small engines.
Lubricated, cleaned and repaired parts and components to carry out effective small engine preventative and reparative maintenance processes.
Organized and maintained hand tools and equipment used daily to maximize work performance.
Education
High School Diploma: , Expected in 05/1981 - Hicks High School - Hicks La., GPA:
Associate of Science: Paramedic, Expected in - Lamar Salter Tech. College - Leesville, LA, GPA:
No Degree: OSHA 10 OSHA 30 , Expected in - Washington X - Washington, GPA:
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