APRIL STRICKLAND

• Progressed from remote paramedic and safety representative aboard 6000-gross ton maritime vessel supporting offshore oil and gas operations to director of QHSE for Edison Chouest Offshore’s Brazilian operations.
• Directed continuous improvement efforts for maritime and offshore quality, health, safety, and environmental programs, incorporating regulatory compliance, risk management, incident investigations, and training.
• enabled QHSE and sustainability efforts for maritime operations; optimized management systems to reduce incidents; strengthened environmental performance; safeguarded workforce safety and operational integrity.
• Ensured safety compliance through adherence to maritime regulations and company operating procedures.
• Guided department leaders on staffing, workflow, and daily marine operations.
• Enhanced offshore support and vessel service activities by implementing process improvements.
• Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
• Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
• Facilitated collaboration between teams by encouraging open communication channels.
• Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with corporate standards.
• Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the company.
• Cultivated strong relationships with customers by responding promptly to inquiries or complaints.
• Identified opportunities for improvement in operational performance metrics.
• Implemented systems for tracking progress on key initiatives or projects.
• Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
• Reviewed business performance data to forecast business results presented to upper management.
• Directed offshore vessel operations for marine logistics teams at Edison Chouest Offshore.

• Earned honorable discharge after fulfilling service obligations.
• Provided emergency medical care, trauma assessment, first aid and field medical support as a Combat Medic/Healthcare Specialist with the Louisiana Army National Guard.
• Supported hurricane and disaster-response missions, facilitating emergency operations, evacuations, community relief, and medical readiness in austere environments.
• Delivered intravenous fluids or injections to effectively treat patients.
• Maintained medical equipment and supplies while ensuring compliance with military safety, operational and readiness standards.
• Supervised junior medics during field operations, ensuring compliance with safety rules and regulations to maintain operational readiness.
• Participated in various training sessions related to combat medicine topics such as disaster preparedness planning, triage management.
• Educated military personnel on disease prevention measures, promoting proper hygiene practices to enhance overall health and safety.

• Provided remote emergency medical care and onboard safety support aboard multipurpose construction and research vessels for various clients and projects operating in the Gulf.
• Managed occupational injuries, illnesses, emergency response, medical readiness, safety inspections, hazard assessments, permit-to-work activities, incident reporting, and crew safety training while supporting compliance with company and international maritime HSE requirements.
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• Supported permit-to-work reviews for hot work and confined space entries.
• Monitored job sites for unsafe conditions and corrected hazards.
• Inspected PPE, fall protection, and rescue equipment prior to each shift, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Conducted confined space standby rescue during maintenance operations.
• Guided crews on site safety rules, emergency response protocols, and rescue procedures, enhancing overall team preparedness.
• Delivered safety briefings aligned with Falck Safety Services standards and procedures.
• Investigated accidents or incidents to determine root causes and identify preventative measures.
• Created educational materials related to safety topics such as fire prevention, emergency response plans, hazardous material handling.
• Coordinated emergency response drills at the facility to evaluate preparedness levels of staff members in responding appropriately during an actual emergency situation.
• Conducted training sessions on various safety topics including ergonomics, lockout and tagout procedures, personal protective equipment.
• Monitored employee activities to ensure adherence to established safety protocols and procedures.

• Responded to 911 emergencies throughout New Orleans, provided advanced life support, patient assessment, emergency treatment, medication administration, airway management, cardiac monitoring, and safe transport to appropriate medical facilities.
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• Administered medications and performed lifesaving procedures under protocol.
• Executed advanced procedures such as intubation, needle chest decompression and administration of intravenous fluids and medications.
• Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrhythmia.
• Transported critically ill or injured patients to appropriate medical facility.
• Monitored vital signs of patients during transport to ensure their safety.
• Assessed and treated patients in pre-hospital setting according to protocols.
• Communicated critical patient details to hospital teams and receiving staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Coordinated with other healthcare providers and personnel on scene for patient care.
• Supported paramedic teams during trauma, cardiac, and critical emergencies, enhancing team response and patient outcomes.
• Managed challenging situations with emotional or aggressive individuals, maintaining a focus on patient safety and care.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients.
• Adhered to infection control policies while providing care for infectious diseases cases.
• Participated in continuing education programs to stay abreast of new developments in the field.
• Provided guidance to families regarding end-of-life options.
• Ensured availability of essential ambulance supplies and maintained readiness for New Orleans response calls.
• Remained levelheaded and proactive during emergency situations.
• Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public, and first responders safe.
• Performed minor surgical interventions under the direction of physicians.

• Provided advanced emergency and critical care to high-acuity patients in prehospital and interfacility transport settings.
• Conducted patient assessments and executed advanced airway management, cardiac monitoring, IV/IO therapy, medication administration, and ventilator management to ensure optimal critical care outcomes.
• Assessed critical care patients using Acadian Ambulance protocols and field judgement.
• Provided advanced life support during transport and emergency scene response.
• Monitored cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and ventilator settings during patient care.
• Administered medications and intravenous therapies under medical direction.
• Coordinated interdisciplinary care with physicians, nurses, EMS personnel, and receiving facilities, ensuring accurate documentation, equipment readiness, and adherence to clinical protocols and safety standards.
• Communicated patient changes with hospital staff and flight or transport teams.
• Collaborated with dispatch, nurses, and physicians during complex patient transfers.
• Maintained ambulance equipment, stretchers, and critical care supplies for readiness.
• Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
• Presented detailed evidence in court to clarify paramedic responses. regarding circumstances of paramedic calls and gave depositions.

Magnum Cum Laude

• 3.8 GPA