Resourceful Paramedic offering 8 years of experience handling medical emergencies, offering strong judgement in high-pressure situations. Expertise in monitoring cardiac conditions and EKG readings and executing placement of advanced, invasive airway. In-depth knowledge of testing, maintaining and using medical and rescue equipment, including King Vision and Zoll series monitors. Quick-witted professional committed to providing patient-focused delivery of care and treatment. Accustomed to providing critical care in dynamic environments, dedicated to fast-paced and compassionate care.
Skills
Patient Assessments
Medical History Collection
IV Insertion
Ambulance Transfer
Patient Care
Teamwork
Cleaning
Medical Emergency Response
Emergency Response
Vital Sign Monitoring
Direct Patient Care
Vital Assessments
Medication Administration
Patient Management
Pre-hospital Care
Intubation
CPR
Triaging
Emergency vehicle operation
Care Plan Adherence
Idaho licensed driver
Communications
Problem resolution
Customer service
Team management
First Aid/CPR
Education
College of Southern IdahoTwin Falls, IDExpected in – –Associate of Applied Science:Paramedic - GPA:
Boise State UniversityBoise, IDExpected in – –Bachelor of Arts:Visual Arts - GPA:
College of Southern IdahoTwin Falls, IDExpected in – –Associate of Arts:Anthropology - GPA:
College of Southern IdahoTwin Falls, IDExpected in – –Associate of Arts:Criminal Justice - GPA:
College of Southern IdahoTwin Falls, IDExpected in – –Associate of Arts:Visual Art - GPA:
Certifications
First Aid/CPR Certified
Certified Flight Paramedic (FP-C)
Certified Critical Care Paramedic (CCP-C)
Certified Tactical Paramedic (TP-C)
Certified Community Paramedic (CP-C)
Nationally Registered Paramedic (NREMT)
Idaho State Licensed Paramedic
ACLS
PALS
NRP
PHTLS
Work History
Magic Valley Paramedics/St. Luke's Health Systems - Sr. Paramedic City, STATE, 02/2013 - Current
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.
Executed emergency diagnostic procedures to treat patients, including stomach suction, airway management and heart monitoring.
Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
Prioritized tasks to provide effective care for 10-20 daily patients.
Trained multiple EMTs in basic life support skills, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, oxygen therapy, wound care, patient history elicitation and splinting.
Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
College Of Southern Idaho - Instructor (Paramedic, EMT)/Simulation Coordinator City, STATE, 03/2012 - 03/2018
Provided clear, informative lectures on prehospital EMS, nursing, and human patient simulation care to classes of 5-50 students.
Educated students on prehospital EMS care applying variety of instructional techniques, including hands-on curriculum.
Monitored student progress through test administration and adapted learning plans to optimize progress.
Defined and articulated learning outcomes, including measurements, performance metrics and changes to improve student learning.
Implemented and optimized new curriculum and day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student centered learning.
Reviewed class and student records to look for areas in need of improvement and implement plans of action.
Worked with ADN departments to devise and implement support plans to help EMT and paramedic students excel.
Initiated new learning methods, promoting total student comprehension while curbing learning time.
Decreased learning time by initiating new learning methods and ensuring complete student comprehension.
Developed classroom guidelines and assignment rules to communicate expectations.
Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and effectively instruct and motivate students.
Optimized learning plans, quantifying student progress through test administration.
Created guides and course materials to reiterate lecture information and help students.
Oversaw day-to-day operations, including managing curriculum implementation and continuous improvement of industry best practices.
Observed other instructors and lecturers, gathering valuable techniques to be implemented into future lectures and courses.
Closely tracked student progress in Canvas, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
Tested students on materials presented in workshops and classes to assess grasp of material.
Created and implemented written and oral assessments.
Diagnosed issues and implemented treatment plans to resolve problems or help manage symptoms.
Jerome County - Deputy Treasurer City, STATE, 01/2011 - 04/2012
Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing and sales tax returns.
Responded to in-person and telephone requests for information from general public, attorneys and other involved parties.
Processed payments for fines and fees, maintained accurate drawers, issued receipts and updated account balances.
Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
Reconciled monthly statements, invoices and expense accounts, keeping records accurate and current.
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