Brandon Drake
Corpus Christi
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Firefighter/Paramedic with a strong commitment to providing high-quality emergency care in high-pressure environments. Skilled in making rapid assessments, critical decision- making, and life saving interventions pre-hospital, with a deep knowledge and understanding of emergency medicine and patient care. Known for a calm, caring approach that prioritizes patient safety and comfort while working effectively as part of a team. Proven ability to respond effective and effciently
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter /Field Paramedic
Corpus Christi Fire Deptarment
Corpus Christi
01.2022 - Current
- Responded promptly to emergency calls for medical assistance, delivering timely care to stabilize patients in urgent conditions.
- Assessed patient conditions and administered appropriate care on-site.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams during patient transport to hospitals.
- Operated and maintained emergency medical equipment effectively.
- Documented patient information and treatment plans accurately in reports, facilitating continuity of care and compliance with medical protocols.
- Educated patients and families on health concerns and follow-up care.
- Trained new paramedics on protocols and emergency response techniques.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Responded to emergency calls for fire suppression and rescue operations, ensuring rapid and effective response to critical situations.
- Operated firefighting equipment including hoses, ladders, and pumps effectively.
Paramedic
Allegiance EMS
Corpus Christi
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Assessed patient conditions and administered appropriate care on-site.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams during patient transport to hospitals.
- Operated and maintained emergency medical equipment effectively.
- Documented patient information and treatment plans accurately in reports.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
Education
Associates in Paramedicine -
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TXSkills
- Emergency medical care
- Fire suppression
- Patient assessment
- Emergency response techniques
- Equipment operation
- Collaborative teamwork
- Documentation accuracy
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Firefighting
- First aid and CPR
- Stress tolerance and resilience
Timeline
Paramedic
Allegiance EMS
10.2022 - 04.2023
Firefighter /Field Paramedic
Corpus Christi Fire Deptarment
01.2022 - Current
Associates in Paramedicine -
Del Mar College