Brittany Spicer
Wheatfield Ambulance Service
Winamac,IN
18
years of professional experience
Experienced EMT and Correctional Professional specializing in patient assessment, emergency response, and documentation. Achieved improved patient outcomes and compliance through effective communication, crisis management, and teamwork in high-pressure environments. Delivered reliable care coordination while maintaining safety and security within facilities, demonstrating strong judgment and adaptability to changing needs.
Work History
Basic Emergency Medical Technician
1 Month- Provided basic life support, including CPR, airway support, and bleeding control during emergency calls.
- Assessed patient condition, collected vital signs, and relayed findings to paramedics and receiving facilities.
- Assisted with patient loading, transport, and safe transfer between the scene, ambulance, and emergency department.
- Assisted with patient loading, transport, and safe transfer between the scene, ambulance, and emergency department.
- Documented patient care reports accurately, supporting continuity of treatment and regulatory compliance.
- Followed dispatch protocols, responded quickly to emergencies, and adapted to changing field conditions.
- Sanitized ambulance interiors, disinfected reusable equipment, and restocked supplies after transport.
- Communicated clearly with dispatchers, firefighters, and hospital staff to support coordinated emergency response.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers, relaying vital information about patient conditions and incident locations for timely responses.
- Assisted paramedics in advanced procedures, contributing to successful treatment outcomes for patients.
- Monitored vital signs continuously throughout transports, identifying subtle changes that could indicate a worsening condition or potential complications requiring intervention by more qualified medical personnel.
- Documented accurate patient care reports, maintaining comprehensive records for future reference by healthcare professionals.
- Operated emergency vehicles safely and efficiently, adhering to traffic regulations while prioritizing the well-being of patients during transport.
- Assisted with equipment inventory checks and restocking supplies as needed, guaranteeing that all necessary tools were readily available for efficient response times.
- Coordinated with hospital staff upon arrival at medical facilities, ensuring a smooth transition of care from prehospital providers to definitive treatment teams.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign monitors.
- Maintained clean and organized ambulances, ensuring a safe and efficient environment for both patients and colleagues.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient conditions, utilizing critical thinking skills to determine optimal courses of action.
- Prepared patients for transport by securing them appropriately using stretchers or other immobilization devices when necessary.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Followed pre-printed and map-based directions to locate sites and maintained awareness of changes in roadways or points of access.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Removed victims from vehicles or scene of accident or catastrophe and assisted in transfer to receiving facilities.
- Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions, and certifications, licenses and registrations.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions and workshops, staying up-to-date on best practices in emergency medical care.
- Enhanced patient care by providing immediate medical attention and stabilized life-threatening conditions during emergencies.
- Completed and submitted field care report, patient billing, and trip ticket and daily driver unit checkout form to facilitate record-keeping requirements.
- Provided emotional support to distressed patients during high-stress situations, fostering trust between the EMT team and those receiving care.
- Participated in community programs to maintain company image and establish strong community relations.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments under the supervision of paramedics, effectively manage various medical conditions.
- Maintained a high level of physical fitness, ensuring the ability to effectively perform job duties in demanding situations.
- Leveraged a defibrillators, oxygen, suction devices, CPR, and other procedures and medications to provide advanced medical care.
- Performed CPR on unresponsive patients, increasing survival rates in critical situations.
- Provided basic life support interventions, such as airway management and oxygen administration, contributing to improved patient outcomes during emergency situations.
- Administered basic life and advanced life support to patients at the scene, en route to hospital and pre-hospital settings.
- Protected self and others to prevent risk of communicable diseases and comply with safety regulations and procedures.
- Responded to emergencies by choosing a route, observing traffic conditions, and avoiding dangerous situations by maintaining communications with dispatcher.
- Determined medical and safety requirements at emergency scene by assessing medical status of ill or injured persons.
- Assisted admitting and billing personnel to obtain and record patient vital statistics and establish necessity for medical transportation.
- Participated in community outreach events, educating the public about emergency medical services and promoting overall health and wellness.
- Collaborated with emergency response teams to ensure seamless coordination and rapid transport of patients to appropriate medical facilities.
- Utilized standard precautions when dealing with potentially infectious materials or hazardous substances, promoting a safe working environment for all personnel involved in emergency situations.
- Considered patient status and insurance preferred facilities when determining transportation destinations.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
- Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Collaborated with medical doctors and other healthcare professionals.
- Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
- Observed patient behavior to report changes to medical personnel.
- Trained new EMTs on proper protocols and procedures.
- Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
- Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors.
- Coordinated with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history.
- Educated public on emergency medical services.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient reactions.
Correctional Officer
1 Year- Supervised inmate movement and maintained secure custody throughout housing, recreation, and transport activities.
- Conducted routine cell searches, shakedowns, and contraband inspections to support facility security.
- Monitored inmate behavior and intervened quickly during conflicts, disturbances, and rule violations.
- Completed inmate counts, headcounts, and security checks to verify population accuracy.
- Documented incidents, behavior concerns, and shift activities in detailed correctional reports.
- Applied departmental policies, procedures, and use-of-force guidelines during daily operations.
- Coordinated with dispatch, medical staff, and fellow officers to support safe facility operations.
- Managed inmate intake, release, and movement processes while maintaining proper custody records.
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, mealtime, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Implemented effective emergency response plans during crisis situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Conducted efficient inmate transfers, adhering to strict security protocols while maintaining order and control throughout the process.
- Monitored visitation sessions to ensure compliance with established guidelines and maintain facility security.
- Observed the behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when interacting with diverse populations within the correctional setting, promoting an inclusive environment for all individuals present.
- Supported mental health initiatives for inmates by connecting them with appropriate resources and services within the facility.
- Booked new inmates into the facility and processed inmates for release.
- Participated in ongoing professional development courses focused on understanding gang dynamics within prison settings to better identify and manage potential threats.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
- Cultivated positive relations with inmates, reducing tensions and promoting a safer environment.
- Reduced inmate altercations through proactive conflict resolution strategies.
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting regular and thorough cell inspections.
- Maintained detailed records of inmate behavior and activity, contributing to facility security.
- Promoted inmate welfare by monitoring and addressing health concerns promptly.
Basic Emergency Medical Technician
3 Years 9 Months- Assessed patient condition, collected vital signs, and relayed findings to paramedics and receiving facilities.
- Conducted patient intake and triage procedures.
- Performed medical tests and collected samples for laboratory analysis.
- Provided patient families with post-medical care instructions.
- Provided basic life support, including CPR, airway support, and bleeding control during emergency calls.
- Operated ambulance equipment and maintained readiness of medical supplies, stretchers, and oxygen systems.
- Assisted with patient loading, transport, and safe transfer between scene, ambulance, and emergency department.
- Documented patient care reports accurately, supporting continuity of treatment and regulatory compliance.
- Followed dispatch protocols, responded quickly to emergencies, and adapted to changing field conditions.
- Sanitized ambulance interiors, disinfected reusable equipment, and restocked supplies after transport.
- Communicated clearly with dispatchers, firefighters, and hospital staff to support coordinated emergency response.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers, relaying vital information about patient conditions and incident locations for timely responses.
- Assisted paramedics in advanced procedures, contributing to successful treatment outcomes for patients.
- Monitored vital signs continuously throughout transports, identifying subtle changes that could indicate a worsening condition or potential complications requiring intervention by more qualified medical personnel.
- Documented accurately patient care reports, maintaining comprehensive records for future reference by healthcare professionals.
- Operated emergency vehicles safely and efficiently, adhering to traffic regulations while prioritizing the well-being of patients during transport.
- Assisted with equipment inventory checks and restocking supplies as needed, guaranteeing that all necessary tools were readily available for efficient response times.
- Coordinated with hospital staff upon arrival at medical facilities, ensuring a smooth transition of care from prehospital providers to definitive treatment teams.
- Maintained level-headedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Maintained clean and organized ambulances, ensuring a safe and efficient environment for both patients and colleagues.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient conditions, utilizing critical thinking skills to determine optimal courses of action.
- Prepared patients for transport by securing them appropriately using stretchers or other immobilization devices when necessary.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Followed pre-printed and map-based directions to locate sites and maintained awareness of changes in roadways or points of access.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Removed victims from vehicles or the scene of accident or catastrophe and assisted in transfer to receiving facilities.
- Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions, and certifications, licenses and registrations.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions and workshops, staying up-to-date on best practices in emergency medical care.
- Enhanced patient care by providing immediate medical attention and stabilizing life-threatening conditions during emergencies.
- Completed and submitted field care report, patient billing, and trip ticket and daily driver unit checkout form to facilitate record-keeping requirements.
- Provided emotional support to distressed patients during high-stress situations, fostering trust between the EMT team and those receiving care.
- Participated in community programs to maintain company image and establish strong community relations.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments under the supervision of paramedics, effectively managing various medical conditions.
- Maintained a high level of physical fitness, ensuring the ability to effectively perform job duties in demanding situations.
- Leveraged defibrillator, oxygen, suction devices, CPR, and other procedures and medications to provide advanced medical care.
- Performed CPR on unresponsive patients, increasing survival rates in critical situations.
- Provided basic life support interventions, such as airway management and oxygen administration, contributing to improved patient outcomes during emergency situations.
- Administered basic life and advanced life support to patients at scene, en route to hospital and pre-hospital settings.
- Protected self and others to prevent risk of communicable diseases and comply with safety regulations and procedures.
- Responded to emergencies by choosing route, observing traffic conditions, and avoiding dangerous situations by maintaining communications with dispatcher.
Basic Emergency Medical Technician
5 Months- Collaborated with emergency response teams to ensure seamless coordination and rapid transport of patients to appropriate medical facilities.
- Determined medical and safety requirements at emergency scene by assessing medical status of ill or injured persons.
- Assisted admitting and billing personnel to obtain and record patient vital statistics and establish necessity for medical transportation.
- Participated in community outreach events, educating the public about emergency medical services and promoting overall health and wellness.
Basic Emergency Medical Technician
10 Months- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Considered patient status and insurance preferred facilities when determining transportation destinations.
- Utilized standard precautions when dealing with potentially infectious materials or hazardous substances, promoting a safe working environment for all personnel involved in emergency situations.
Assembly Line Production Worker
11 Months- Operated assembly line equipment to build KitchenAid components while following standardized work instructions.
- Assembled subcomponents using hand tools, power tools, and fixtures with consistent accuracy.
- Inspected parts for defects and removed nonconforming products to maintain quality standards.
- Monitored production flow and adjusted work pace to support steady line performance.
Warehouse Worker
11 Months- Loaded and unloaded shipments safely using forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
- Picked and packed orders accurately, following warehouse procedures and quality standards.
- Verified inventory counts, locations, and product labels to support accurate stock control.
- Restocked materials and finished goods to maintain smooth production and shipping flow.
- Followed shipping schedules and work instructions to meet daily warehouse priorities.
- Assisted teammates with order fulfillment, pallet wrapping, and staging outbound shipments.
- Maintained clean, organized work areas while following safety and housekeeping requirements.
- Inspected merchandise for damage and reported discrepancies to supervisors promptly.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
Sales Associate
1 Year- Assisted customers with product selection, pricing, and aisle locations using strong store and department knowledge.
- Operated point-of-sale systems to process purchases, returns, and exchanges accurately.
- Maintained organized shelves, endcaps, and sales floor displays to support merchandising standards.
- Restocked merchandise, verified inventory levels, and rotated products to reduce out-of-stock conditions.
- Resolved customer concerns promptly, providing service that supported satisfaction and repeat business.
- Supported team members during peak periods, coordinating task priorities across registers and sales floor.
- Trained new associates on customer service expectations, register procedures, and floor readiness standards.
- Monitored department cleanliness and safety, correcting hazards and maintaining a welcoming shopping environment.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Direct Support Professional
1 Year- Administered medication reminders and documented resident responses accurately.
- Monitored safety conditions and responded promptly to incidents and concerns.
- Assisted residents with personal care, mobility, and routine household tasks.
- Supported daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity for residents.
- Recorded behavioral observations and communicated changes to care team.
- Coordinated community outings and encouraged social engagement and skill building.
- Guided new staff on resident routines, support plans, and documentation standards.
- Maintained confidential records and followed care procedures consistently.
Ranch Hand
7 Years 6 Months- Managed daily livestock feeding, watering, and health checks to maintain herd condition.
- Inspected fences, gates, and corrals, completing repairs to keep livestock secure.
- Operated tractors, hay equipment, and hand tools for ranch maintenance tasks.
- Monitored pastures and water sources, addressing issues affecting animal access and grazing.
- Maintained barns, sheds, and work areas to support organized ranch operations.
- Trained new helpers on livestock care, tool use, and ranch safety procedures.
- Coordinated seasonal chores and maintenance priorities to improve workflow across homestead operations.
- Mended fences in disrepair to prevent livestock from wandering off and to keep predators out.
- Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
- Maintained equipment and ranch structures.
- Repaired equipment and animal living spaces.
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
- Cleared brush and maintained trails to keep ranch safe and accessible for animals and people.
- Kept grounds clean and orderly by monitoring and repairing fences, shoveling snow and removing debris.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Basic life support
Emergency response
CPR and first aid
Emergency response
Emergency vehicle driving
Bleeding management
Vital signs monitoring
Patient evaluation
Patient transfer
Medication management
Scene assessment
Patient transport
Medication management
Documentation management
Pre-hospital support
Crisis intervention
Scene assessment
Emergency action
Triaging
Behavioral intervention
Diabetic emergencies
Patient care documentation
Spinal immobilization
Fracture stabilization
Burn treatment
Seizure management
Poisoning response
Pediatric care
Oxygen administration
Critical decision-making
Geriatric care
Critical problem-solving
Time optimization
Defensive driving
Task prioritization
Multitasking
Effective communication
Patient compassion
Team coordination
Stress management
Hemorrhage control
CPR and first aid
Timeline
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Wheatfield Ambulance Service
09.2026 - CurrentRead More
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Pulaski County Sheriff's Office
07.2025 - 07.2026Read More
Basic Emergency Medical Technician
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10.2021 - 07.2025Read More
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10.2021 - 03.2022Read More
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09.2019 - 07.2020Read More
Assembly Line Production Worker
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06.2017 - 05.2018Read More
Warehouse Worker
Whirlpool KitchenAid
10.2016 - 09.2017Read More
Sales Associate
Walmart
09.2016 - 09.2017Read More
Direct Support Professional
Union City Crystal Manor
12.2015 - 12.2016Read More
Ranch Hand
Baumgartner Homestead
06.2008 - 12.2015Read More
Genesis Christian School
High School Diploma
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