Brandon Arias
Westport,CT
Summary
Dynamic paramedic with extensive civilian and military medical experience, delivering advanced life support in high-pressure environments. Proven critical decision-making skills and expertise in documentation and reporting, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Recognized for mentoring and training teams, enhancing operational readiness and quality assurance in emergency medical services. Now transitioning into nursing to apply emergency and critical care foundations and contribute to comprehensive, team focused patient care across the continuum.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Norwalk Hospital
06.2021 - Current
- Delivered patient-centered advanced life support care in high-acuity pre-hospital settings, including cardiac, respiratory, pediatric, neurologic, and traumatic emergencies
- Applied critical thinking to balance protocol guidance with patient-specific considerations in dynamic environments
- Demonstrated consistent clinical decision-making under pressure, prioritizing life-threatening conditions and adapting care plans based on patient response and evolving presentations
- Provided direct bedside support to emergency department teams, assisting with IV access, monitoring, and preparation for advanced interventions
Paramedic Crew Chief
Town of Westport EMS
01.2023 - 10.2025
- Supervised crews during emergency responses in the town of Westport, ensuring adherence to protocols and safety standards.
- Designated as QA/QI officer, regularly reviewed ALS and BLS charts for quality and safety; supported quality assurance efforts through case review, skills assessment, and targeted remediation
- Mentored approximately 30 volunteer EMT's; regularly lead monthly in-service training to provide training on basic life support techniques and equipment usage.
Critical Care Flight Paramedic
Rhode Island Army National Guard
05.2019 - Current
- Trained in advanced critical care concepts including airway management, mechanical ventilation, vasoactive medications, and hemodynamic monitoring, with strong emphasis on recognition of clinical deterioration and appropriate escalation of care
- Conducted aeromedical operations and sustained operational readiness during deployment in a resource-limited environment (Kosovo 2023-2024)
- Served as medical training non-commissioned officer for a section of seven flight medics; planned, coordinated and executed clinical training to ensure proficiency in critical care transport skills
- United States Army Reserves ground medic 2008-2019 (Afghanistan 2012-2013)
EMT/Paramedic
AMR Bridgeport
03.2020 - 10.2021
- Provided BLS and ALS-level care as an EMT and paramedic in a high-volume urban EMS system that responds to an average of 45,000 calls per year
Emergency Department Technician
Bridgeport Hospital
06.2016 - 05.2021
- Obtained and documented vital signs, blood glucose levels, 12-lead EKG's, alerting nursing staff and providers to time-sensitive findings
- Assisted nursing staff and providers with bedside procedures, maintaining sterile fields and anticipating equipment needs
- Assisted with trauma activations, cardiac arrests, and medical emergencies while maintaining safety and efficiency
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
University Of Connecticut
Stamford, CT12-2024
Certification
CT EMT-P #3619
NREMT-P #M5081233
AHA ACLS
AHA PALS
AHA BLS
FP-C IBSC#11106
Timeline
Paramedic Crew Chief
Town of Westport EMS
01.2023 - 10.2025
Paramedic
Norwalk Hospital
06.2021 - Current
EMT/Paramedic
AMR Bridgeport
03.2020 - 10.2021
Critical Care Flight Paramedic
Rhode Island Army National Guard
05.2019 - Current
Emergency Department Technician
Bridgeport Hospital
06.2016 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
University Of Connecticut