Brandon Burns
Leitchfield,KY
Summary
Accomplished Paramedic with a proven track record at Pleasure Ridge Park Fire DST. as a fly car paramedic working with all agencies across Jefferson county and Louisville Metro. And LaRue County / Grayson county EMS on an ALS unit caring for patients with extended transport times in critical condition. Adept in delivering advanced life support and managing critical decisions under pressure. Excelled in patient care through accurate assessments and interventions, enhancing patient outcomes. Skilled in documentation and airway management, with a commitment to continuous learning and community education.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Pleasure Ridge Park Fire DST
02.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Contributed to community outreach efforts by participating in public education events on CPR, first aid, and emergency preparedness.
- Transported critically ill and injured patients to nearest medical center, using advanced life support equipment as needed.
- Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote great patient care.
- Proficiency in ZOLL, Lifepak caridiac monitors.
- Proficiency in the use of the ZOLL Z vent.
- Precepting new hires and new EMT, AEMT and paramedic students.
- Proficiency with McGrath, king vision, and glidescope video laryngoscopes.
- Working as a stand alone fly car paramedic in the state's busiest 911 system and largest city.
Paramedic
Grayson County EMS
05.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Assisted in training new paramedics by serving as a preceptor and sharing clinical expertise during ridealongs.
- Coordinated with other emergency services personnel such as police officers and firefighters during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.
- Managed challenging or combative patients using de-escalation techniques and appropriate physical restraints when necessary, prioritizing safety for both the patient and medical team.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
Paramedic
Larue County EMS
06.2018 - Current
- 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.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Provided critical incident stress debriefing to fellow emergency medical services personnel following traumatic calls, fostering a supportive work environment for all team members.
- Transported critically ill and injured patients to nearest medical center, using advanced life support equipment as needed.
Education
Paramedicine - Emergency Medicine
Emergency Medical Training Professionals
Lexington, KY08.2020
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA04.2016
Skills
- Documentation And Reporting
- Advanced Life Support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Intubation
- IV Insertion
- Intravenous therapy
- Airway Management
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Stroke Management
learning to fly, playing golf, traveling, spending time with my family
On my days off i enjoy taking flying lessons, playing golf with my co-workers and traveling the country. Spontaneousness is a huge part of my life and a huge part of why i love emergency medicine.
Timeline
Paramedic
Pleasure Ridge Park Fire DST
02.2024 - Current
Paramedic
Grayson County EMS
05.2021 - Current
Paramedic
Larue County EMS
06.2018 - Current
Paramedicine - Emergency Medicine
Emergency Medical Training Professionals
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
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