Anthony Maxwell
Barnesville
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Piedmont Fayette ICU
12.2023 - Current
- Administered medications using automated dispensing systems to ensure precise dosage and timing.
- Operated infusion pumps to deliver intravenous therapies, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Flight Paramedic/Registered Nurse
Air Evac Lifeteam
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient care during transport by utilizing specialized equipment and monitoring systems to ensure optimal conditions for recovery.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain up-to-date knowledge on advancements in emergency medicine and aviation safety regulations.
- Reduced response times by optimizing pre-flight preparation processes, enabling rapid deployment of air ambulance services.
Paramedic
Piedmont Fayette ER
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Executed rapid trauma assessment procedures to identify life-threatening conditions.
- Utilized portable ECG machines to monitor patients' heart activity during emergency transport.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
Flight Paramedic
Airmethods – AirLife Georgia
10.2018 - 12.2022
- Provided crucial input during debriefings following missions, identifying areas for improvement or potential risks to future operations.
- Followed established procedures for personal and patient safety.
- Strengthened relationships with local hospitals and emergency departments through regular communication and collaboration on shared goals related to patient care.
- Demonstrated professionalism under pressure in challenging situations, maintaining focus on the wellbeing of patients and the safety of the flight crew.
Paramedic
Grady
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Executed rapid trauma assessment procedures to identify life-threatening conditions.
- Applied advanced airway management techniques to secure patient airways in critical situations.
- Stabilized patients by providing wound care, splinting fractures, and managing airway obstructions.
- Operated defibrillators to provide life-saving electrical therapy during cardiac emergencies.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
EMT/Paramedic
Spalding EMS
10.2013 - 02.2019
- Provided pre-hospital care by administering first aid and basic life support to injured or ill individuals.
- Operated automated external defibrillators during emergency response situations to stabilize patients.
- Transported patients safely to medical facilities while monitoring vital signs and providing ongoing care.
- Utilized patient care reporting software to document medical interventions and patient conditions accurately.
- Expedited life-saving interventions by rapidly assessing patients'' conditions based on vital signs, symptoms, and medical history.
Critical Care Paramedic
MAAS
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Streamlined documentation processes by accurately recording patient information during transport, ensuring seamless transfer of care upon arrival at hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
- Improved operational efficiency by regularly participating in skills training and staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Enhanced patient survival rates by providing timely and accurate emergency medical care in critical situations.
- Safely transported patients to healthcare facilities while monitoring vital signs and administering necessary interventions, ensuring continuity of care en route.
Education
Associates Degree - Paramedicine
Southern Crescent Technical College (SCTC)
Griffin, GA05-2015
Associate Degree - Nursing
Albany State University
Albany, GA12-2023
Skills
- Intensive Care Expertise
- Emergency Care
- Advanced Ventilator Management
- Proficient in Advanced Airway Techniques
- Surgical Airway Management
- Trained in Portable ECMO
- Documentation Proficiency
- Critical Clinical Evaluation Ability
- Laboratory Result Analysis
- Complex Problem-solving
- Epic System Proficiency
- Patient Care Stabilization
- Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation
Accomplishments
Co-Author for Ascend Critical Care Curriculum. Heavy influence in the cardiac and Neuro portions of the curriculum. Background in Education as Lead Paramedic Instructor and Coordinator for the SCTC Paramedic program.
Certification
- State of Georgia Paramedic License – P013271
- NREMT – M5206449
- PALS, PHTLS, BLS, ACLS
- Flight Paramedic License –5985
- Paramedic Instructor – I/C-P-0355
- Registered Nursing Compact – RN326269
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Piedmont Fayette ICU
12.2023 - Current
Flight Paramedic/Registered Nurse
Air Evac Lifeteam
08.2023 - Current
Paramedic
Piedmont Fayette ER
12.2022 - 12.2023
Flight Paramedic
Airmethods – AirLife Georgia
10.2018 - 12.2022
Paramedic
Grady
05.2018 - 03.2020
Critical Care Paramedic
MAAS
09.2017 - 06.2018
EMT/Paramedic
Spalding EMS
10.2013 - 02.2019
Associates Degree - Paramedicine
Southern Crescent Technical College (SCTC)
Associate Degree - Nursing
Albany State University