Antonio Strevay
Red Rock,AZ
Summary
Seasoned Paramedic with extensive experience at Tucson Fire Department, demonstrating exceptional emergency response and critical decision-making skills. Expert in IV insertion, medication administration, and adept at swiftly adapting treatment plans to save lives. Proven track record in patient assessments and delivering lifesaving measures, coupled with a strong ability to maintain composure and clarity under pressure.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
AZ IV Medics
12.2019 - Current
- Assess Patients as either treatable or non-treatable for IV fluid, vitamins, and medication administration.
- Administer IV fluids and medications via IV
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
Paramedic/Professional Firefighter
Tucson Fire Department
06.2015 - 03.2024
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as ET tubes, medication, and IV tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- 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.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
Education
No Degree - Paramedic
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ12-2018
High School Diploma -
Skyline High School
Salt Lake City, UT05-2004
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Patient Transport
- Ambulance Transfer
- Care triage
- Emergency Response
- Medical History Collection
- Patient Assessments
- IV Insertion
- Respiratory assessment
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Reporting and documentation
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Wound Care
- Intravenous therapy
- Seizure Management
- Airway Management
- Emergency medical services
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Advanced Life Support
- Pre-hospital Care
- Emergency Management
- Documentation And Reporting
- Intubation
- Critical decision-making skills
- Lifesaving measures
- Resuscitating and Stabilizing patients
Certification
National Registry Certified Paramedic
- PHTLS, BLS, ALS, ACLS, PALS
Timeline
Paramedic
AZ IV Medics
12.2019 - Current
Paramedic/Professional Firefighter
Tucson Fire Department
06.2015 - 03.2024
National Registry Certified Paramedic
- PHTLS, BLS, ALS, ACLS, PALS
No Degree - Paramedic
Pima Community College
High School Diploma -
Skyline High School
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