Amanda Gonzalez
McAlester
Summary
Dynamic Paramedic with extensive experience at Checotah EMS, excelling in emergency medical care and advanced life support. Proven ability to assess critical situations and implement effective treatment protocols while maintaining composure under pressure. Skilled in operating specialized medical equipment and fostering collaboration among healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes. Excels in communication, teamwork, and decision-making under pressure. Quick to adapt to new challenges.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Checotah EMS
Checotah
09.2023 - Current
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in critical situations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams for effective patient handoff at hospitals.
- Assessed patient conditions to determine appropriate treatment protocols.
- Maintained accurate patient care documentation and reports post-incident.
- Trained new paramedics on protocols and emergency response procedures.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, defibrillators, suction devices and stretchers.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
- Educated patients on proper use of medications, disease prevention methods and self-care techniques.
- Collaborated with colleagues on shared cases to provide comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
EMT-Basic
Pafford EMS
Eufaula
12.2020 - 09.2023
- Responded quickly to emergency calls and assessed patient conditions.
- Administered basic life support techniques and first aid as needed.
- Operated emergency vehicles safely during transport to medical facilities.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Evaluated patients at accident scenes to screen, assess and treat significant injuries.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
- Trained new hires by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Calmed patients by carefully explaining each step and remaining composed.
- Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
Education
Paramedicine
Kiamichi Technology School
McAlester, OK06-2023
Phlebotomy
Kiamichi Technology School
McAlester, OK07-2011
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Eastern Oklahoma State College
McAlester, OKHigh School Diploma -
McAlester High School
McAlester, OK05-2007
Skills
- Emergency medical care
- Advanced life support
- Medical equipment operation
- Patient assessment
- Emergency response training
- Crisis management
Accomplishments
- National Honor Society
- HOSA 2023 Oklahoma state, National and International winner.
Certification
- Nationally Registered Paramedic
- Oklahoma State Licensed Paramedic
- BLS Certified
- ACLS Certified
- PALS Certified
- SALT Mass Casualty Triage Certified
- Alzheimer's Awareness
- FEMA ICS-100
- FEMA IS-00100
- FEMA IS- 200
- FEMA IS- 00700.b
- FEMA IS- 800.D
- FEMA IS- 5.A
- CEVO 4
- BLS Instructor Certification in Progress
- ACLS Instructor Certification in Progress
- PALS Instructor Certicification in Progress
Timeline
Paramedic
Checotah EMS
09.2023 - Current
EMT-Basic
Pafford EMS
12.2020 - 09.2023
Paramedicine
Kiamichi Technology School
Phlebotomy
Kiamichi Technology School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Eastern Oklahoma State College
High School Diploma -
McAlester High School