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Amy Simmons

EDMOND,OKLAHOMA

Summary

Patient-oriented Paramedic with 7 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Charge/Paramedic Training Officer

Turn Key Health Clinics
06.2022 - Current
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local EMS staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS).
  • Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
  • Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
  • Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
  • Provided nursing skill demonstrations for medication administration, dressing changes and clinical logs.
  • Provided educational lectures and facilitated discussions on monthly basis.
  • Kept updated with developments in subject area curriculum, technical and career trends and teaching resources and methods.
  • Provided instructional handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials to facilitate learning.

CurrentParamedic Instructor

Eastern Oklahoma Technology Center
08.2020
  • Submitted and maintained contractual agreements to different clinical agencies
  • Participated in training well as the demonstration of different methods, practices while representing urgent medical care
  • Developed and presented course structure for EMS-based courses
  • Coordinated and taught courses of Heart Association in America
  • Selected videos, internet activities, and textbooks and gathered project materials
  • Worked together and supported team members
  • Developed and adjusted curriculum to meet diverse student needs, supporting the comprehension of course concepts and career paths
  • Prepared lectures and presentations.

Clinical Services Specialist

EMSA
05.2021 - 02.2022
  • Fulfilled all organizational requirements and responsibilities of an EMSA NREMT-P provider, as defined by the
  • Medical Control Board
  • Conducted myself in an ethical, professional manner; project a positive self/company/system image
  • Established a learning-centered environment focused on skills competency and learning outcomes, which promote the organization's mission, vision, and values
  • Maintain strong rapport with team members
  • Developed and maintained annual course schedules, and classroom, materials, and equipment consistent with the policies of any affiliate institution and the organization
  • Supervised all team members enrolled and attending the academy, excluding regular field operation/communication shifts
  • Ensured all associated documentation is accurate, complete, and appropriately maintained
  • Participated in other projects and/or research initiatives that enhance and support EMS education
  • Maintained an in-depth knowledge of current clinical protocols and standards established by the Office of the
  • Medical Director/Medical Control Board
  • Always prepared to perform in the capacity of a field Paramedic
  • Adhered to and enforce all safety standards and policies
  • Adhered to and enforce all vehicle use and emergency vehicle operation standards and policies
  • Performed other duties as assigned
  • Created continued dedication courses for employees
  • Built PowerPoints and live lectures.

Assistant District Chief EMSA

EMSA
01.2020 - 02.2022
  • Managed emergency medical services agency for municipality
  • Supervised team of 35-60 professionals including trained EMS personal
  • Assist the Director of EMS with administrative duties
  • Devised short- and long-range action plans to address a wide variety of area needs
  • Assigned EMT's and Paramedic staff to each shift and provided regular performance evaluations
  • Supervised all EMS activities and reviewed reports of each dispatched
  • Maintained a database of all EMS activities
  • Conducted investigations into reports of issues with care provided on scene.

Paramedic

EMSA
01.2019 - 02.2022
  • Provides timely patient service, life support, and ambulatory care to extremely ill and injured patients
  • Employs basic and advanced abilities and techniques for various medical emergencies
  • Consistently instituted best practices and appropriate emergency therapy needed to save lives
  • Places intra-vascular and intra-osseous lines; endotracheal intubations, and defibrillation's
  • Monitors the cardiac conditions of patients and provide EKG readings
  • Respond to dispatch emergency assignments safely Rapidly performs basic and advanced patient assessments to determine patient/victim condition and take immediate medical action
  • Administer infusions, medications, and intubation Writes and submits concrete and accurate reports on incidents.

Emergency Medical Technician

EMSA
01.2017 - 02.2019
  • Provided life support services during medical emergencies on scene and en route to the hospital Maintained a state of readiness and alertness for all assignments Collected pertinent information from the patient's family and friends, medical records, and prescriptions Operated and maintain emergency vehicles in a safe efficient manner while obeying all traffic laws Completed all mandatory education and training classes.

Volunteer Firefighter

Sooner Fire Department
03.2015 - 01.2023
  • Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
  • Assessed and repaired fire extinguishers and various fire equipment for stations.
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
  • Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.

Skills

  • Staff Management
  • Emergency Care
  • Employee Training
  • Schedule Preparation
  • Multitasking
  • Task prioritization
  • Phlebotomy
  • Electronic Recordkeeping
  • Patient Relationship-Building
  • Nursing Staff Management
  • Patient Assessments
  • Advanced life support

Education

   

National Paramedic Certification (NRP) - Eastern Oklahoma County Technology Center, Choctaw, OK  January 2019

   

   

Emergency Medical Science (NREMT) - Oklahoma City Community College, Oklahoma City, OK January 2016

  

A.A - Oklahoma City Community College, Oklahoma City, OK January 2014

Certification

ACLS Instructor

BLS Instructor

PALS Instructor

NAEMSE IC 1 (EMS Instructor)

National Registered Paramedic- (NREMT-P)

Prehospital Trauma Life Support ( PHTLS)

Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT)

AED

Traffic Incident Management (TIMS)

Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC)

Wildland Fire Fighting

Fundamentals Hazardous Materials Awareness

FEMA: 100, 200, 700, 800

Volunteer Services

Hope house (Guthrie)

Sooner Volunteer Fire Department 

References

Donna Henson HSA for Turn key

Cody Burke Co-worker at Eastern Oklahoma Technology Center


Interview Availability

Monday - Friday 

8am - 6pm

Timeline

Charge/Paramedic Training Officer

Turn Key Health Clinics
06.2022 - Current

Clinical Services Specialist

EMSA
05.2021 - 02.2022

CurrentParamedic Instructor

Eastern Oklahoma Technology Center
08.2020

Assistant District Chief EMSA

EMSA
01.2020 - 02.2022

Paramedic

EMSA
01.2019 - 02.2022

Emergency Medical Technician

EMSA
01.2017 - 02.2019

Volunteer Firefighter

Sooner Fire Department
03.2015 - 01.2023

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