Responded to emergency calls and provided critical medical care on-site.
Monitored patient vital signs during transport to medical facilities.
Administered medications and treatments as per established protocols.
Collaborated with firefighters and police during rescue operations.
Documented patient information accurately for medical records.
Maintained emergency equipment and ensured readiness for use.
Educated the community on health and safety practices through outreach programs.
Communicated effectively with patients to provide emotional support and reassurance during crisis situations.
Reviewed physician orders before administering medication or performing procedures according to protocol standards.
Operated specialized vehicles designed for transporting critically ill or injured patients.
Administered oxygen therapy and other forms of respiratory assistance as required by the situation.
Performed cardiac monitoring using electrocardiogram machines.
Participated in Quality Improvement activities related to EMS operations.
Attended continuing education courses in order to stay current on new developments in emergency medicine.
Monitored patient's progress and kept records of treatments administered during transport to hospital.
Utilized airway adjuncts such as suctioning devices, oral pharyngeal airways, nasopharyngeal airways, and endotracheal tubes.
Provided advanced life support techniques including intubations, defibrillation and cardioversion, administration of intravenous fluids or medications.
Identified changes in a patient's condition and communicated these changes to hospital personnel upon arrival.
Operated ambulances safely while adhering to all applicable traffic laws.
Coordinated with ambulance dispatchers concerning availability of ambulances when responding to calls.
Prepared reports documenting patient information and care provided en route to the hospital.
Managed multiple tasks within an assigned area of responsibility while providing quality care for all patients.
Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public, and first responders safe.
Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
Evaluated patients at accident scenes to screen, assess and treat significant injuries.
Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
Reported infectious disease cases to appropriate medical authorities.
Suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
Positioned patients in preparation for treatment and transport.
Bandaged wounds and determined necessity for stitches or sutures.
Explained medical terminology in non-complex terms o patients.
Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
Observed, recorded and reported patients' condition or injury and treatment provided.
Collaborated with team members and other first responders, ensuring consistent communication to maintain order and efficient care delivery.
Operated ambulance to and from scenes and emergency facilities, responding to dispatch calls for emergent medical assistance.
Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
Reclaims and Inventory Specialist
Wal-Mart Distribution Center
Wintersville, OH
04.2000 - Current
Resolved discrepancies in stock counts through investigation and documentation.
Implemented best practices for maintaining a clean and organized warehouse environment.
Participated in physical inventory counts to keep information accurate and current.
Created reports on inventory activity, shortages, overages.
Inspected incoming materials for damage.
Trained new employees on inventory management practices and procedures.
Operated lift and hand trucks to transfer materials to and from target areas.
Education
National Registry - Emergency Medicine
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OH
12-2003
Skills
Advanced life support
Patient assessment
Emergency response
Medication administration
Cardiac monitoring
Medical documentation
Affiliations
Community Service (Kiwanis Club Of East Liverpool president)