ARYN RICARDO
Tampa,USA
Summary
Skilled Flight Paramedic with extensive experience in rural, urban, and military environments. Certifications include National Registry Paramedic, Flight Paramedic (FP-C), and Tactical Paramedic (TP-C). Proven ability to deliver advanced prehospital care in austere conditions as a Combat Paramedic in the U.S. Army. Committed to high standards of patient care and pursuing further advancement in emergency medical services.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Combat Paramedic
United States Army Florida National Guard
01.2016 - Current
- Provided medical care as the Senior Medic for greater than 200 personnel while conducting combat operations in Syria and Iraq.
- Conducted multinational medical training as an instructor with US Army Special Forces and US Navy SEALs in the Middle East.
- Currently serving as the Lead Medical Training NCO in a joint-service brigade as well as the Medical Supply NCO, where I am responsible for ordering and maintaining over $100,000 in supplies and equipment.
- Responsible for the medical preparation and planning of joint-service multinational combat and training missions.
Critical Care Flight Paramedic
Air Ambulance Worldwide
2025 - Current
- Enhanced patient care quality through effective collaboration with medical teams.
- Streamlined communication among flight crew, boosting operational efficiency during transport.
- Administered life-saving interventions, including IVs and intubations, during critical flights.
- Rapidly assessed patient conditions to determine necessary interventions on-board.
- Ensured patient safety with thorough pre-flight assessments and continuous vital sign monitoring.
- Provided age-appropriate emergency care for pediatric patients during air transport.
Paramedic
Polk County Fire Rescue
2024 - Current
- Responded to 911 calls in Polk County, Florida, covering an area of over 2,000 square miles and serving a population of nearly 900,000, while managing a high call volume of 130,000 annually.
- Provided advanced and critical care utilizing ventilators, IV pumps, and whole blood.
- Assessed and prioritized injuries by engaging with patients, bystanders, and family members to determine the most suitable medical facility for transport.
- Administered care for various illnesses and injuries using a differential diagnostic approach, leveraging extensive emergency medicine experience.
- Conducted rescue operations and provided care across diverse environments, including remote and challenging areas
Paramedic
Advent Health
01.2023 - 2023
- Initiated IV/IO access for administration of fluids and medications as well as conducting blood draw procedures.
- Prioritized tasks to provide effective care for over one hundred daily patients.
- Participated in cardiac arrest management and minor surgeries.
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in critical condition.
- Interpreted 12-lead EKGs to augment the physician’s diagnostic capabilities in a busy hospital environment.
- Maintained medical supply stock in order to effectively care for patients in a timely manner.
- Administered advanced life support and emergency care in critical situations.
- Coordinated patient transport to appropriate medical facilities ensuring optimal care.
Paramedic
Pasco County Fire Rescue
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Responded to 911 calls in Pasco County, Florida, covering an area of 868 square miles and serving a population of 608,000, while managing a high call volume of over 73,000 annually.
- Assessed and prioritized injuries by engaging with patients, bystanders, and family members to determine the most suitable medical facility for transport.
- Administered care for various illnesses and injuries using a differential diagnostic approach, leveraging extensive emergency medicine experience.
- Conducted rescue operations and provided care across diverse environments, including remote and challenging areas.
Paramedic
Henderson County Emergency Medical Services
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Responded to calls via 911 in a mountainous area of 375 square miles with a population of 116,000 and a call volume of over 15,000 per year.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members identifying appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Treated illnesses and injuries utilizing a differential approach and over 6 years experience in emergency medicine.
- Conducted rescue operations for injured personnel in austere environments.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
Education
BS in Emergency Medical Care -
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC05-2026
AS in Emergency Medical Services -
Pasco-Hernando State College
New Port Richey, FL07.2023
Certification
- Florida State Paramedic
- Nationally Registered Paramedic (NRP)
- Certified Flight Paramedic (FP-C)
- Certified Tactical Paramedic (TP-C)
- Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- IS 100.c, 200.c, 700.b, 800.c
- OSHA 10, 30 - Construction
- Florida Boating Safety Course
Military Decorations
- Certificates of Achievement (5)
- Army Achievement Medal (2)
- National Defense Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- Armed Forces Service Medal (AFSM)
- Inherent Resolve Campaign Medal with Campaign Star
- Army Service Ribbon
- Overseas Service Ribbon
- Army Reserve Component Overseas Training Ribbon
- Armed Forces Reserve Medal with “M” Device
Timeline
Paramedic
Advent Health
01.2023 - 2023
Paramedic
Pasco County Fire Rescue
01.2022 - 01.2023
Paramedic
Henderson County Emergency Medical Services
01.2019 - 01.2022
Combat Paramedic
United States Army Florida National Guard
01.2016 - Current
Critical Care Flight Paramedic
Air Ambulance Worldwide
2025 - Current
Paramedic
Polk County Fire Rescue
2024 - Current
BS in Emergency Medical Care -
Western Carolina University
AS in Emergency Medical Services -
Pasco-Hernando State College