Bridgett Karuzas

• Maintained detailed records of daily activities, incidents, and other relevant information for accurate reporting and analysis.
• Responded quickly to alarms or calls for assistance, assessing situations accurately and taking appropriate action as needed to ensure public safety.
• Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing visitor inquiries while maintaining a secure environment.
• Developed strong relationships with building tenants to encourage open lines of communication regarding potential security concerns.
• Streamlined communication between security team members, resulting in improved coordination during critical incidents.
• Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to share information and improve overall security efforts.
• Assisted in the development of emergency response plans for various scenarios, ensuring staff preparedness and safety.

Deliver a complete range of Paramedic services and expertise. Accurately obtained and documented patient history and medication lists. Prepared equipment and assisted physicians during patient examinations and treatments. Perform Advanced Life Support under the supervision of the emergency room physician. Under the supervision of the Medical Director, serve as paramedic providing emergency and non-emergency care for patients suffering from acute illness and or injury. Perform Advanced Life Support duties to include: ECG, IV therapy, administration of medications, patient history and monitor vital signs, documentation and communication as per protocols.

• Questioned callers to determine nature of problems and locations to direct type of response needed.
• Operated telephone and radio equipment to receive requests and reports from police officers, medical dispatch and firefighting crews.
• Entered criminal record checks, driver's license numbers and warrants into telecommunications systems to fulfill officer requests.
• Used Microsoft Word, Excel to track and maintain case incident numbers and logs.
• Monitored alarm systems and closed circuit televisions to dispatch appropriate police response to intrusions and trouble indicated alarms.
• Relayed latest information to first responders via electronic means, telephone calls and radio responses.
• Received public emergency and non-emergency calls and supervised response prioritization in order to effectively dispatch official units such as police, fire and EMS while tracking data in real-time environments.
• Routed calls to police, fire and ambulance service to meet individual call needs.
• Read system maps and caller information, and documented details in system.
• Completed appropriate forms and radio announcements for police department needs such as BOLO requests.
• Enhanced productivity by guaranteeing timely emergency response with no service delivery issues.
• Answered calls from automatic routing system and took basic information from callers.
• Reduced risks and emergency response issues by observing public safety field units.
• Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
• Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

• Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
• Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
• Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
• 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.
• Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
• Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
• Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
• Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
• Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
• Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
• Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
• Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
• Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
• Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
• Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
• Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
• Executed stomach suction, airway management and heart monitoring to treat patients.
• Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
• Prioritized tasks to provide effective care for over 40 daily patients.
• Used Mi-EMS software to accurately document services provided to reduce liability and improve patient care.
• Responded to 15-20 daily emergencies per 24 hour shifts, working alongside firemen and EMTs.
• Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
• Prioritized tasks to provide effective care for over 40 patients daily.

• Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
• Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
• Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
• Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
• Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
• Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
• Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
• Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
• 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.
• Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
• Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
• Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
• Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
• Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
• Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
• Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
• Executed stomach suction, airway management and heart monitoring to treat patients.

• Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
• Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
• Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
• Preserved order and discipline among subordinates and gave assignments and instructions.
• Directed work with 30+ firefighters engaged in extinguishing fires.
• Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
• Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on a weekly basis.
• Supervised cleaning and maintenance of buildings, rooms, and equipment.
• Maintained and refurbished equipment to improve operational capability.
• Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
• Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
• Assessed scenes, coordinated responses and communicated critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
• Oversaw scene operations and assigned firefighters to strategic locations.
• Coordinated, scheduled, and maintained team resources to achieve top levels of operational readiness.
• Evaluated team performance and implemented strategies to close gaps in skills or knowledge.
• Trained, oversaw and corrected personnel fighting fires.
• Optimized fire services management with introduction of new systems, policies, procedures, and tools.
• Inspected buildings to determine fire risk and advise owners on prevention methods.
• Coordinated fire control and prevention operations.
• Supervised firehouse operations, maintaining inventory and liaising with vendors to secure necessary supplies.
• Prepared and adjusted schedules to cover demand.
• Created fire prevention courses to educate general public.
• Checked fire suppression equipment regularly and oversaw upkeep.
• Arranged emergency medical services for victims of fires and other incidents.
• Maintained required maps and records.