Austin Armstrong
Cove City,NC
Summary
Proactive professional with experience executing quality care in high-pressure situations. Deep knowledge in the field and outstanding team communication skills. Proudly demonstrated commitment, compassion and reasoned thinking while performing tasks rapidly to enhance patient outcomes. Focused paramedic with several years of experience. Driven to deliver excellent medical care and create strong patient rapport in challenging situations. Motivated and driven worker with proven history of compassionate care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Newport Fire Department
Newport, NC
06.2023 - Current
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.
- Assessed scene on arrival to identify potential safety issues and hazards affecting first responders.
- Attended training sessions, maintained required certifications and kept current in lifesaving techniques and technologies.
- Performed emergency life support and treated sick and injured persons at remote locations.
- Inserted IVs and administered oral and injectable medications.
- Reported and documented medical treatment administered on-site and during transport to healthcare facility.
- Assessed patients and environment, administered CPR and stabilized patients for transport to hospital.
- Monitored supplies and equipment inventory and replenished promptly before another emergency call.
- Cleaned vehicles and patient care compartments, performed routine maintenance checks and maintained constant readiness for emergencies.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Collaborated with colleagues on shared cases to provide comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Ensured compliance with established policies related to infection control procedures.
- Organized supplies for ambulance runs including IV solutions, airway management equipment and medication kits.
- Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient condition and treatment plans.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
- Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Responded to emergency calls quickly and safely while utilizing appropriate driving techniques.
Paramedic
US Department of Health and Human Services, HHS
Washington, DC
07.2021 - Current
- Intermittent Paramedic On Call Every 4 Months for Activation Deployment with the National Disaster Medical System (NDMS) assigned to NC-1 DMAT ( Disaster Medical Assistance Team)
- The Disaster Medical Assistance Team (DMAT) is responsible for providing medical care and support during public health and medical emergencies, such as natural and technological disasters, acts of terrorism, disease outbreaks, and special events, including National Special Security Events (NSSE).
- Triage/Pre-Hospital Care. The evaluation and sorting of casualties for purposes of treatment and evacuation based on seriousness of illness/injury and likelihood of survival to ensure the most efficient and effective utilization of limited medical resources.
- General Emergency Medical Care. The provision of primary care services in a shelter or other environment where access to usual care is compromised or unavailable to the population. This requirement is most common post-disaster.
- Hospital Decompression. The provision of medical care within the walls of existing hospital infrastructure, when the community is unable to support such care due to a lack of providers or other factors.
- Support of Patient Movement. The activities required assess, stabilize, and prepare patients for transportation at a departure point.
- Mass Prophylaxis. The provision of vaccination or prophylaxis in support of public health disease control efforts.
Paramedic
Wilson Medical Center: Duke Life Point Hospital
Wilson, NC
12.2020 - Current
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient condition and treatment plans.
- Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Monitored vital signs of patients and communicated changes to physicians or nurses in a timely manner.
- Administered oxygen therapy, intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by physician protocols.
- Performed basic diagnostic tests such as blood glucose monitoring, EKG readings and urine analysis.
- Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, defibrillators, suction devices and strhers.
- Educated patients on proper use of medications, disease prevention methods and self-care techniques.
- Utilized proper safety precautions when handling hazardous materials or infectious substances.
- Evaluated patient response to treatments administered during transport to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Participated in drills related to disaster preparedness scenarios that included triage assessments.
- Collaborated with colleagues on shared cases to provide comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Ensured compliance with established policies related to infection control procedures.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Attended training sessions, maintained required certifications and kept current in lifesaving techniques and technologies.
- Monitored supplies and equipment inventory and replenished promptly before another emergency call.
Paramedic
Jones County EMS
Trenton, NC
11.2016 - 01.2021
- Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
- Administered oxygen therapy, intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by physician protocols.
- Monitored vital signs of patients and communicated changes to physicians or nurses in a timely manner.
- Performed basic diagnostic tests such as blood glucose monitoring, EKG readings and urine analysis.
- Transported patients from accident scenes or hospital settings to medical facilities in a safe manner.
- Utilized proper safety precautions when handling hazardous materials or infectious substances.
- Organized supplies for ambulance runs including IV solutions, airway management equipment and medication kits.
- Evaluated patient response to treatments administered during transport to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Recorded detailed notes about patient condition before arrival at hospital facility for documentation purposes.
- Participated in drills related to disaster preparedness scenarios that included triage assessments.
- Collaborated with colleagues on shared cases to provide comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Provided emotional support for family members of critically ill or injured patients.
- Ensured compliance with established policies related to infection control procedures.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Documented care provided to patients into reports for submission to supervisor.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Saved lives by administering medications, monitoring cardiac output and performing emergency intubations.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
- Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.
- Assessed scene on arrival to identify potential safety issues and hazards affecting first responders.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
- Attended training sessions, maintained required certifications and kept current in lifesaving techniques and technologies.
- Assessed scene upon arrival for possible hazards or dangerous situations.
- Cleaned vehicles and patient care compartments, performed routine maintenance checks and maintained constant readiness for emergencies.
- Explained medical terminology in non-complex terms o patients.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls and drove ambulance safely to site.
- Testified in court regarding circumstances of paramedic calls and gave depositions.
Education
Chemical/Biological/Radiological/Nuclear/Explosive
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
College Station, TX02-2024
EMS Preceptor
Pitt Community College
Greenville, NC12-2022
WMD/Terrorism Awareness For Emergency Responders
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
College Station, TX08-2021
Live Structural Burn Training
Craven Community College
New Bern, NC03-2019
Traffic Incident Management
Craven Community College
New Bern, NC11-2016
Paramedic 42 Week Academy
Craven Community College
New Bern, NC06-2016
High School Diploma -
New Bern High School
New Bern, NC06-2015
EMT-Intermediate
Craven Community College
New Bern, NC05-2015
EVD Emergency Vehicle Driver
Craven Community College
New Bern, NC02-2015
EMT-Basic
Craven Community College
New Bern, NC05-2014
Emergency Medical Responder
Pamlico Community College
Grantsboro, NC12-2013
Skills
- Field patient assessments
- Life support management
- Pre-hospital Care
- Safety Protocols
- Medical data acquisition
- Reporting and documentation
- Medical History Collection
- Emergency Response
- Rig maintenance
- Emergency Management
- Medical supply restocking
- Medical Coding
- Care Plan Adherence
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Policy writing
- Documentation Writing
- Google Drive
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Written Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Planning
- Recordkeeping
- Data Entry
- Training & Development
- PPE use
- Firefighting operations
- Emergency management protocols
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Emergency incident management
- Public Speaking
- Supervision and leadership
- Microsoft Office and Outlook proficiency
- Powerpoint Presentations
- Hazmat protocols
- Class Instruction
- Student Evaluation
- Learning objectives
- Continuing education
- Testing and grading
- Innovative lesson planning
- Training delivery
- Disaster preparedness
- Health Education
- Emergency medicine
- Medical Emergency Triage
- Route Planning
- Command training
- Incident Response Management
- Mass Casualty Incident Planning
- Mass Casualty Incident Response
Certification
- Paramedic Certification
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) Certification
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) Certification
- NIHSS (National Institutes Of Health Stroke Scale) Certification
- PHTLS (Pre Hospital Trauma Life Support) Certification
- BLS/CPR Certification
- EVD (Emergency Vehicle Driver) Certification
- TIMS (Traffic Incident Management System) Certification
- NIMS (National Incident Management System) 100, 200, 700, 800 Certifications
- WMD(Weapons Of Mass Destruction)/Terrorism Awareness For Emergency Responders Certification
- Emergency Concepts for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive Events (CBRNE) Certification
- EMS Preceptor Certification
- Cybersecurity Awareness Training Certification
- Psychological First Aid Certification
- Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Certification
- Ethics Training Certification
- Ethics Training For Special Government Employees Certification
- Strategic National Stockpile Overview Training Certification
- PPE Selection, Regulations, & Limitations Training Certification
- PPE Donning And Doffing Training Certification
- Ruler Of Behavior Training Certification
- CCAT (Counter Threat Awareness Training) Certification
- Workplace Harassment Prevention Training For Federal Employees Certification
- NDMS (National Disaster Medical System) Records Management Certification
- Blood Borne Pathogens Training Certification
- Respiratory Protection Program Training Certification
- OSHA Hearing Conservation Training
- Mass Casualty Management Certification
- Mass Casualty & Triage Certification
- Preventing Workplace Violence Certification
- Active Shooter Certification
- Critical Care Intracranial Pressure Management Certification
- Handle With Care - Crisis Intervention & Behavior Management Certification
- Firefighting - Live Structural Burn Training Certification
- ACT Work keys National Career Readiness Certificate: National Silver Certification
No.7 Township Fire-Rescue
- Volunteer Firefighter in good standing with No.7 Township Fire-Rescue in Craven County NC since 2011 to Present.
Affiliations
Family oriented - Husband & Father.
Chess Player.
Axe Throwing.
Fishing.
Hunting.
Cooking/Grilling.
Beach Trips.
Concerts.
Hockey Games.
Festivals such as - Mum Fest. Seafood Fest.
Tractor Pulls.
Drag Strip Racing.
Hiking.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Paramedic
Newport Fire Department
06.2023 - Current
Paramedic
US Department of Health and Human Services, HHS
07.2021 - Current
Paramedic
Wilson Medical Center: Duke Life Point Hospital
12.2020 - Current
Paramedic
Jones County EMS
11.2016 - 01.2021
- Paramedic Certification
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) Certification
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) Certification
- NIHSS (National Institutes Of Health Stroke Scale) Certification
- PHTLS (Pre Hospital Trauma Life Support) Certification
- BLS/CPR Certification
- EVD (Emergency Vehicle Driver) Certification
- TIMS (Traffic Incident Management System) Certification
- NIMS (National Incident Management System) 100, 200, 700, 800 Certifications
- WMD(Weapons Of Mass Destruction)/Terrorism Awareness For Emergency Responders Certification
- Emergency Concepts for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive Events (CBRNE) Certification
- EMS Preceptor Certification
- Cybersecurity Awareness Training Certification
- Psychological First Aid Certification
- Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Certification
- Ethics Training Certification
- Ethics Training For Special Government Employees Certification
- Strategic National Stockpile Overview Training Certification
- PPE Selection, Regulations, & Limitations Training Certification
- PPE Donning And Doffing Training Certification
- Ruler Of Behavior Training Certification
- CCAT (Counter Threat Awareness Training) Certification
- Workplace Harassment Prevention Training For Federal Employees Certification
- NDMS (National Disaster Medical System) Records Management Certification
- Blood Borne Pathogens Training Certification
- Respiratory Protection Program Training Certification
- OSHA Hearing Conservation Training
- Mass Casualty Management Certification
- Mass Casualty & Triage Certification
- Preventing Workplace Violence Certification
- Active Shooter Certification
- Critical Care Intracranial Pressure Management Certification
- Handle With Care - Crisis Intervention & Behavior Management Certification
- Firefighting - Live Structural Burn Training Certification
- ACT Work keys National Career Readiness Certificate: National Silver Certification
Chemical/Biological/Radiological/Nuclear/Explosive
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
EMS Preceptor
Pitt Community College
WMD/Terrorism Awareness For Emergency Responders
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
Live Structural Burn Training
Craven Community College
Traffic Incident Management
Craven Community College
Paramedic 42 Week Academy
Craven Community College
High School Diploma -
New Bern High School
EMT-Intermediate
Craven Community College
EVD Emergency Vehicle Driver
Craven Community College
EMT-Basic
Craven Community College
Emergency Medical Responder
Pamlico Community College
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