Paramedic
Open To Work
Brandon Curry Varner
Amphibious Medics
BISMARCK,ILLINOIS
Work Preference
Desired Job Title
Critical Care Paramedic Field Training OfficerIntructional Teaching Assistant/ Long Term TeacherParamedicSupervisorProgram Coordinator
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig Work
Location Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location:
BISMARCK, ILLINOIS
Open to relocation:
Yes
Important To Me
Work-life balanceHealthcare benefitsPaid time offPaid sick leave401k match4-day work week
19
Years of experience
2
years of post-secondary education
Experienced Critical Care Paramedic with 19 years in patient assessment and emergency care within high-pressure settings. Demonstrates sound judgment and composure, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Expertise includes intubation, ventilator monitoring, and critical care protocols such as ACLS, PALS, and ITLS, with a strong focus on individualized patient care.
Work History
1 Month
07.2026 - Current
1 Month
Critical Care Paramedic Field Training Officer
MMT Ambulance | Iowa City, IA
07.2026 - Current
- Supervised field training sessions to ensure adherence to operational guidelines and safety standards.
- Evaluated trainee performance, providing constructive feedback to enhance skills and competencies.
- Trained new paramedics in emergency response protocols and patient care techniques.
- Coordinated with medical staff to develop effective training programs tailored to specific needs.
- Delivered advanced life support in emergency situations, ensuring patient stabilization and transport.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care during critical incidents.
- Conducted regular equipment checks, ensuring readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- 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.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
4 Years
08.2022 - Current
4 Years
Intructional Teaching Assistant/ Long Term Teacher
Danville Community Consolidated School Dist. 118 | Danville, IL
08.2022 - Current
- Incorporated engaging activities to enhance student participation and promote hands-on learning.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies in classroom to enhance student engagement.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Facilitated student physical, mental, and social development through interactive classroom games and activities.
- Developed and implemented integrated lessons aligned with national standards to enhance educational outcomes.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
11 Years 3 Months
05.2015 - Current
11 Years 3 Months
Paramedic
Amphibious Medics | Danville, IL
05.2015 - Current
- Performed equipment and vehicle checks to ensure safe, uninterrupted operations.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Fostered rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to enhance collaboration in patient care.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Triaged injuries through effective communication with patients, bystanders, and family members to determine suitable medical facility for transport.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
1 Year 5 Months
02.2025 - 07.2026
1 Year 5 Months
Supervisor
TASC | Chicago, IL
02.2025 - 07.2026
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Streamlined workflow processes, resulting in improved efficiency across multiple departments.
- Implemented training programs that increased employee engagement and retention rates.
- Mentored staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
2 Years 1 Month
03.2021 - 04.2023
2 Years 1 Month
Program Coordinator
Help At Home.LLC | DANVILLE, Illinois
03.2021 - 04.2023
- Planned, implemented, and administered programs and services in residential facility for intellectually disabled adults, overseeing personnel administration, training, and coordination of medical, nursing, and physical staff.
- Plan, implement and administer programs and services in a residential facility that cares for Intellectually Disabled Adults, including personnel administration, training, and coordination of medical, nursing and physical staff
- Direct or conduct recruitment, hiring and training of personnel
- Prepared activity reports to update management on status and implementation plans of programs, services, and quality initiatives.
- Prepare activity reports to inform management of the status and implementation plans of programs, services, and quality initiatives
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and provide updates on program details and milestones.
- Serve as liaisons between organizations, shareholders, and outside organizations.
6 Months
03.2022 - 09.2022
6 Months
Center Medical Specialist
Grifols Biomat USA | Champaign, IL
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Facilitated donor registration process to enhance participation, collected histories and gathered vital signs.
- Tested patients for reactive markers and communicated results to ensure understanding.
- Managed adverse events by providing medications and oxygen to alleviate symptoms effectively.
- Handled donor consent documentation to ensure compliance and filed donor consent forms.
- Educated patients on health assessment results to enhance their understanding and promote informed health decisions.
- Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
3 Years
06.2018 - 06.2021
3 Years
Paramedic
Bismarck Community Fire Protection District | DANVILLE, Illinois
06.2018 - 06.2021
- Perform emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures, such as stomach suction, airway management, or heart monitoring, during ambulance ride
- Administer first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings
- Assisted with diverse tasks to enhance team effectiveness.
- Ensured appropriate support and attention for special needs patients.
- Observe, record, and report to physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to drugs or treatment
- Administer first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings
- Immobilize patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport, using backboard or other spinal immobilization device
- Delivered emotional support to patients to alleviate anxiety.
- Operate equipment, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators, or bag valve mask resuscitators, in advanced life support environments
- Administer drugs, orally or by injection, or perform intravenous procedures under a physician's direction
- Attend training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in the field, or maintain existing knowledge.
1 Year 4 Months
11.2019 - 03.2021
1 Year 4 Months
Paramedic
Ascension St. Vincent | Williamsport, Indiana
11.2019 - 03.2021
- Perform emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures, such as stomach suction, airway management, or heart monitoring, during ambulance ride
- Contributed to team efforts in delivering comprehensive patient services.
- Focused on enhancing the quality of life for special needs patients.
- Observed, recorded, and reported patient's condition, treatment provided, and reactions to drugs, ensuring effective physician communication.
- Operate equipment, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators, or bag valve mask resuscitators, in advanced life support environments
- Administer drugs, orally or by injection, or perform intravenous procedures under a physician's direction
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients during medical procedures.
- Intellectual Disability Specialized Training- Calming Techniques, Communication,
- Etc
- Participated in training classes to uphold certification licensure and enhance knowledge in the field.
1 Year 8 Months
02.2018 - 10.2019
1 Year 8 Months
Claim Technician
Blue Cross Blue Shield | DANVILLE, Illinois
02.2018 - 10.2019
- Protect the security of medical records to ensure that confidentiality is maintained
- Reviewed records for completeness, accuracy, and regulatory compliance, ensuring high-quality data management.
- Entered demographic characteristics, disease history, diagnostic procedures, and treatment data into computer systems to maintain accurate patient records.
- Consult classification manuals to locate information about disease processes.
2 Years 6 Months
08.2016 - 02.2019
2 Years 6 Months
Paramedic
Georgetown Ambulance | Georgetown, Illinois
08.2016 - 02.2019
- Perform emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures, such as stomach suction, airway management, or heart monitoring, during ambulance ride
- Assisted with diverse patient care duties
- Provided specialized care for patients with intellectual disabilities
- Observe, record, and report to physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to drugs or treatment
- Administer first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings
- Immobilize patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport, using backboard or other spinal immobilization device
- Reassured patients to alleviate anxiety during medical procedures
- Operate equipment, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators, or bag valve mask resuscitators, in advanced life support environments
- Administer drugs, orally or by injection, or perform intravenous procedures under a physician's direction
- Attend training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in the field, or maintain existing knowledge.
3 Years 4 Months
04.2013 - 08.2016
3 Years 4 Months
Paramedic
Medix Ambulance | Danville, Illinois
04.2013 - 08.2016
- Perform emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures, such as stomach suction, airway management, or heart monitoring, during ambulance ride
- Provided support for diverse patient needs.
- Observe, record, and report to physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to drugs or treatment
- Administer first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings
- Immobilize patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport, using backboard or other spinal immobilization device
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients during treatment.
- Operate equipment, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators, or bag valve mask resuscitators, in advanced life support environments
- Administer drugs, orally or by injection, or perform intravenous procedures under a physician's direction
- Attend training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in the field, or maintain existing knowledge.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Phoenix | Phoenix, AZ | 10-2027
- Dean's List [Spring 2026]
- Ranked in Top 10% of class
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix | Phoenix, AZ | 12.2008 - 12.2010
High School Diploma
Danville High School | Danville, IL | 05.2007
Certification/ Licensure Paramedic - Paramedic
Richland Community College | Decatur, IL | 10.2011
- Relevant Coursework: [Paramedic] & Critical Care Paramedicine
- Ranked in Top 10% of class
EMS Instructor - Emergency Medicine
State of Indiana | Lafayette, Indiana | 03.2021
Licensure-Emergency Medical Technician-Basic - Emergency Medicine
Danville Area Community College | Danville, IL | 05-2007
Skills
Patient Management
Patient Assessments
Student supervision
Group instruction
Cardiac monitoring
Patient care
Emergency response coordination
Pre-hospital Care
Timeline
Critical Care Paramedic Field Training Officer
MMT Ambulance
07.2026 - CurrentRead more
Supervisor
TASC
02.2025 - 07.2026Read more
Intructional Teaching Assistant/ Long Term Teacher
Danville Community Consolidated School Dist. 118
08.2022 - CurrentRead more
Center Medical Specialist
Grifols Biomat USA
03.2022 - 09.2022Read more
Program Coordinator
Help At Home.LLC
03.2021 - 04.2023Read more
Paramedic
Ascension St. Vincent
11.2019 - 03.2021Read more
Paramedic
Bismarck Community Fire Protection District
06.2018 - 06.2021Read more
Claim Technician
Blue Cross Blue Shield
02.2018 - 10.2019Read more
Paramedic
Georgetown Ambulance
08.2016 - 02.2019Read more
Paramedic
Amphibious Medics
05.2015 - CurrentRead more
Paramedic
Medix Ambulance
04.2013 - 08.2016Read more
University of Phoenix - Associate of Arts, Criminal Justice
12.2008 - 12.2010Read more
University of Phoenix - Bachelor of Science, Social Work
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Danville High School - High School Diploma,
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Richland Community College - Certification/ Licensure Paramedic, Paramedic
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State of Indiana - EMS Instructor, Emergency Medicine
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Danville Area Community College - Licensure-Emergency Medical Technician-Basic, Emergency Medicine
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