Amanda Lyons
Lake Dallas,TX
Summary
Resourceful Paramedic offering 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. Quick-witted professional committed to providing patient-focused delivery of care and treatment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Texas Health Resources Plano
10.2015 - Current
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Interpreted limited histories and used physical examinations to identify potential underlying critical issues.
- Operated electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators or bag valve mask resuscitators in advanced life support environments.
- Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote great patient care.
- Provided CPR and used automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to revive patients in cardiac arrest.
- Took patient health histories and asked questions to determine cause of illness or injury.
- Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
- Assessed nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
- Monitored patients' vital signs to assess condition and identify necessary medical interventions.
- Administered first-aid treatment to reduce pain and minimize risk of complications.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
Critical Care Paramedic
Acadian Ambulance Service
06.2009 - 09.2015
- Provided pre-hospital trauma life support to keep patients alive and stabilized for hospital care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Collaborated with hospital and facility staff to provide correct patient treatments.
- Worked with other EMTs and paramedics to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
- Transported critically ill and injured patients to nearest medical center, using advanced life support equipment as needed.
- Provided CPR and used automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to revive patients in cardiac arrest.
- Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote great patient care.
- Liaised with police, fire department and other emergency responders to manage emergency scenes.
- Interpreted limited histories and used physical examinations to identify potential underlying critical issues.
EMT-Basic
Acadian Ambulance Service
06.2006 - 06.2009
- Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions and certifications, licenses and registrations.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Protected self and others to prevent risk of communicable diseases and comply with safety regulations and procedures.
- Administered basic life and advanced life support to patients at scene, en route to hospital and pre-hospital settings.
Secretary
West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital
01.2002 - 06.2006
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Screened visitors and issued badges to maintain safety and security.
Education
Paramedic
South Louisiana Community College
Lafayette, LA04.2009
Premedicine
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA2007
High School Diploma -
Westlake High School
Westlake, LA05.2000
Skills
- Lifesaving Measures
- Life Support Management
- Advanced Lifesaving Procedures
- Emergency Treatment Procedures
- Medication Administration
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Patient Examination
- Documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Treatment Planning
- Critical Decision-Making Skills
- Patient Management
Timeline
Paramedic
Texas Health Resources Plano
10.2015 - Current
Critical Care Paramedic
Acadian Ambulance Service
06.2009 - 09.2015
EMT-Basic
Acadian Ambulance Service
06.2006 - 06.2009
Secretary
West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital
01.2002 - 06.2006
Paramedic
South Louisiana Community College
Premedicine
McNeese State University
High School Diploma -
Westlake High School
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