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Amado Tanguma

Elkhart,IN

Summary

Focused Paramedic well-versed in patient assessment and emergency care. Reliable and efficient with 15 years of quality performance in patient-facing. Accustomed to providing critical care in dynamic environments.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

EMS Driver

Elkhart Fire Department
09.2022 - Current
  • Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.

Paramedic

Elkhart Fire Department
12.2007 - Current
  • Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • 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.
  • Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
  • 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.
  • Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
  • Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
  • Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.

Firefighter

Elkhart Fire Department
04.2004 - Current
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
  • Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
  • Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
  • Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
  • Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
  • Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
  • Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
  • Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
  • Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.

EMS Driver

Elkhart Fire Department
04.2007 - 05.2013
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
  • Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
  • Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
  • Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
  • Obtained customer signatures to complete and process paperwork.
  • Kept management looped in on daily activities by updating logs with information such as mileage, gas use and special incidents.

Education

Paramedic Certification - Paramedicine

Elkhart General Hospital
Goshen, IN
08.2007

EMT Certification - Emergency Medical Services

Saint Joseph Hospital
South Bend, IN
02.2002

Skills

  • Police and Fire Coordination
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Stretcher and Backboard Use
  • Patient Condition Observation
  • Injury and Illness Treatment
  • Prehospital Care
  • Vital Sign Assessment
  • Work Coordination
  • Ambulance Transport
  • Emergency Diagnostics
  • Medical Supply Replenishment
  • Medical Procedure Prioritization
  • Patient Immobilization
  • Emergency Vehicle Driving
  • Emergency Patient Triage
  • Medical History Collection
  • Airway Management
  • Endotracheal Intubation
  • Heart Monitoring
  • Patient Assessments
  • IV Insertion
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Advanced Lifesaving Procedures
  • Multi-Patient Triage
  • Medical History Recording

Certification

  • Licensed Paramedic
  • Fire Officer 1
  • Fire Officer Strategy & Tactics
  • Instructor 1
  • Driver Operator Pumper
  • Fire Officer 2
  • Basic Firefighter
  • Firefighter 1
  • Firefighter 2
  • Hazmat 1st Responder Awareness
  • Hazmat 1st Responder Operation
  • Mandatory Firefighter
  • Technical Rescue Awareness
  • PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
  • AMLS- Advanced Medical Life Support
  • PEPP- Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals
  • ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • PALS-Pediatric advanced life support
  • CPR

Timeline

EMS Driver

Elkhart Fire Department
09.2022 - Current

Paramedic

Elkhart Fire Department
12.2007 - Current

EMS Driver

Elkhart Fire Department
04.2007 - 05.2013

Firefighter

Elkhart Fire Department
04.2004 - Current

Paramedic Certification - Paramedicine

Elkhart General Hospital

EMT Certification - Emergency Medical Services

Saint Joseph Hospital

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