Daniel Valadez
Minden,NV
Summary
Seasoned Firefighter Paramedic and EMT with extensive experience at Los Angeles Fire Department and Hall Ambulance. Demonstrated excellence in structural firefighting and stress resilience, performing life-saving procedures under pressure. Skilled in medical equipment usage and public speaking, significantly improving patient outcomes through advanced life support and effective teamwork. Confident Firefighter works effectively as part of cohesive team. Highly trained individual with great mechanical aptitude and background in medical response and fire suppression. Handles issues quickly and resolves conflicts successfully.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter Paramedic
Los Angeles Fire Department
06.2019 - 10.2024
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
Paramedic
Austin Travis County EMS
10.2018 - 06.2019
- 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.
- 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.
Paramedic
Hall Ambulance
05.2017 - 10.2018
- 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.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
EMT-Basic
Hall Ambulance
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Facilitated seamless handoffs to hospital staff through comprehensive documentation and verbal reports of patient care provided during transport.
- Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure while maintaining composure to provide the best care possible for patients experiencing traumatic events.
- Assisted paramedics with advanced life support interventions when necessary, acting as an integral part of the emergency response team.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
EMT-Basic
Mercy Ambulance
06.2015 - 01.2016
- Responded to emergency medical calls, providing basic life support services in accordance with protocols.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Adapted quickly to dynamic situations by incorporating critical thinking skills and decisive actions when faced with rapidly changing conditions or new information about patients'' needs.
Education
No Degree - Paramedicine
Bakersfield College
Riverside, CA05-2016
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA05-2014
Skills
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Structural Firefighting
- Medical equipment usage
- Public speaking abilities
Timeline
Firefighter Paramedic
Los Angeles Fire Department
06.2019 - 10.2024
Paramedic
Austin Travis County EMS
10.2018 - 06.2019
Paramedic
Hall Ambulance
05.2017 - 10.2018
EMT-Basic
Hall Ambulance
05.2016 - 05.2017
EMT-Basic
Mercy Ambulance
06.2015 - 01.2016
No Degree - Paramedicine
Bakersfield College
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California Baptist University
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