Beverlie Ables
Port Lavaca,Texas
Summary
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in emergency medical services, providing high-quality care in urgent scenarios. Proven ability to handle high-stress environments while ensuring patient safety and well-being. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to rapidly changing situations, with skills in patient assessment and advanced life support.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Paramedic
Calhoun County EMS
02.2010 - Current
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in the field or transit.
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
- Administered life-saving medications under high-stress conditions to stabilize critical patients quickly.
- Expediently and safely initiated and responded to [Number] calls per week.
- Operated ambulance equipment and responded to radio transmissions.
- Educated patients on injury prevention strategies to promote long-term health and wellness.
- Evaluated patient condition on scene and performed preliminary diagnosis.
Preceptor
Victoria College
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Promoted student growth by providing consistent feedback on assignments and assessments.
- Supported students in achieving their certification goals, providing resources and guidance for exam preparation.
- Assisted students in performing their skills in local emergency rooms.
Paramedic Crew Chief
Jackson County Hospital District EMS
07.2011 - 09.2022
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse patient populations ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics across various medical emergencies.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing effective emergency medical procedures and treatment protocols.
- Safeguarded patient dignity by providing compassionate care and respecting cultural differences while administering medical treatment.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards when managing sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Provided life-saving interventions for critical patients, utilizing advanced airway management techniques and cardiac support measures.
- Established rapport with patients, families, and bystanders through compassionate communication during high-stress situations.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Service
Victoria College
Victoria, TX05-2022
High School Diploma -
Sinton High School
Sinton, TX05-1995
Skills
- Critical decision-making skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Vital sign assessment
- IV insertion
- Vital sign monitoring
- Physical assessments
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced life support
- Medication administration
- Medical history collection
- Stroke management
- CPR
Certification
- Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) - National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Certification - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- PreHospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) - National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- State Paramedic License - Texas Department of Health or equivalent state agency.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - American Heart Association.
- Geriatric Education for Emergency Medical Services (GEMS) – National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians.
Timeline
Preceptor
Victoria College
03.2023 - 01.2024
Paramedic Crew Chief
Jackson County Hospital District EMS
07.2011 - 09.2022
Licensed Paramedic
Calhoun County EMS
02.2010 - Current
- Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) - National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Certification - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- PreHospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) - National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- State Paramedic License - Texas Department of Health or equivalent state agency.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - American Heart Association.
- Geriatric Education for Emergency Medical Services (GEMS) – National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians.
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Service
Victoria College
High School Diploma -
Sinton High School
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