Andrew Paul
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
To obtain a position as a Critical Care Technician in a healthcare field in a Medical Intensive Care Unit.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Critical Care Technician
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
12.2021 - Current
- Consistently provided high-quality care under pressure, successfully managing multiple priorities during critical situations and emergency scenarios.
- Demonstrated empathy towards patients'' emotional well-being while providing compassionate care under challenging circumstances.
- Proactively identified potential complications by closely observing patients for signs of clinical deterioration, alerting medical staff as needed.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Emergency Room Technician
Nazareth Hospital
12.2018 - 12.2021
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Improved patient care by efficiently performing emergency room procedures such as wound dressing, splinting, and CPR.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Enhanced ER efficiency through proficient use of medical equipment like EKG machines, defibrillators, and vital sign monitors.
Emergency Medical Technician
Eastern Care Medical Services / HealthFleet
08.2015 - 12.2018
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
Emergency Medical Technician / Fleet Mechanic
Rescue Tech Ambulance Service
05.2010 - 08.2015
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
Education
Emergency Medical Technician, Airway Mgmt, Respiration & Artificial Ventilation, Assessment & Overview Of Patients, Medicine Pharmacology, EMS Operations & Precautions, Public Health & Life Span Development, Pathophysiology, Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, Trauma, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Emergency Vehicle Operations Course -
Star Technical Institute
Philadelphia, PA04.2010
General Course of Studies -
Father Judge High School
Philadelphia, PA06.2001
Skills
- Intubation Assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- ECG Interpretation
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Airway Management
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Pressure Ulcer Prevention
- Emergency Response
- Restraint Application
- Endotracheal Suctioning
- Patient Care
- Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
Certification
CEUs upon request
Timeline
Critical Care Technician
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
12.2021 - Current
Emergency Room Technician
Nazareth Hospital
12.2018 - 12.2021
Emergency Medical Technician
Eastern Care Medical Services / HealthFleet
08.2015 - 12.2018
Emergency Medical Technician / Fleet Mechanic
Rescue Tech Ambulance Service
05.2010 - 08.2015
Emergency Medical Technician, Airway Mgmt, Respiration & Artificial Ventilation, Assessment & Overview Of Patients, Medicine Pharmacology, EMS Operations & Precautions, Public Health & Life Span Development, Pathophysiology, Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, Trauma, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Emergency Vehicle Operations Course -
Star Technical Institute
General Course of Studies -
Father Judge High School