Bruce McCormick

EMT-Basic/FTO

Acadian Ambulance

05.2010 - Current

EMT Basic Performing basic medical care to patients in emergency and non emergency situations
Fema Medic with natural disaster deployment during hurricanes or other natural disasters
Member of six member crew for potential mass casualty for AMBUS deployment.
Safety committee member, promoting safety with peers of Southeast texas operations
FTO/FTO mentor Training of new employees to the standard of Acadian, and mentors the new hires throughout the year.
Ordering of medical supplies for the district
Orange county explorers helping teach teenagers basic first aid skills and helping pursue and encourage a career in the medical field
Communications Committee helping management understand what the co workers opinions were at the time
CSI/CISM helping co workers deal with the mental stress of some bad calls or stress within the company.
NAEMD part time emergency medical dispatch for southeast texas
Van operations of safely transporting patients to and from various locations.
Facilitated seamless handoffs to hospital staff through comprehensive documentation and verbal reports of patient care provided during transport.
Assisted paramedics with advanced life support interventions when necessary, acting as an integral part of the emergency response team.
Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure while maintaining composure to provide the best care possible for patients experiencing traumatic events.
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Assessed patient conditions, maintaining calm demeanor in urgent situations.
Provided compassionate care for diverse populations including children, elderly individuals, pregnant women, and individuals with special needs during medical emergencies.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of protocols, procedures and medical advances.
Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions during emergency situations.
Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
Utilized ambulances and other vehicles to transport patients to medical facilities.
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Performed medical assessments, including airway management and splinting of fractures.
Increased patient satisfaction by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and clear communication during medical emergencies.
Responded to emergency medical calls, providing basic life support services in accordance with protocols.
Ensured scene safety by quickly evaluating potential hazards and taking appropriate precautions to protect patients, bystanders, and team members.
Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
Enhanced teamwork efficiency by effectively collaborating with paramedics, firefighters, and police officers in high-stress environments.
Adapted quickly to dynamic situations by incorporating critical thinking skills and decisive actions when faced with rapidly changing conditions or new information about patients'' needs.
Contributed to a positive work environment within EMS team by fostering good relationships with colleagues and demonstrating dedication to continuous improvement in patient care practices.
Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Reduced response times by maintaining a well-organized ambulance stocked with necessary supplies for various emergency scenarios.
Upheld strict confidentiality standards while documenting sensitive information regarding patients'' medical histories or treatment plans as per HIPAA regulations.
Dressed and cleaned wounds, administered medications and performed other duties as needed.
Maintained professional competence through ongoing education, training sessions, and skills evaluations to deliver the highest quality patient care possible.
Mitigated risks related to infectious diseases by adhering to strict infection control procedures during patient assessment, treatment, and transport.
Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.

Basic EMT/FTO

Stat Care EMS

08.2003 - 05.2010

Collaborated with paramedics, firefighters, and law enforcement agencies to ensure seamless communication during emergency responses.
Promoted a culture of safety within the team by adhering to established guidelines for lifting, moving, or transporting patients safely during emergencies.
Ensured proper documentation of all medical interventions performed on each patient in accordance with relevant policies and procedures.
Increased survival rates for trauma victims through rapid extrication techniques and expedited transport to medical facilities.
Part time emergency medical dispatcher
Van Operations

Plumbing Helper

Sa-Co Plumbing

01.2003 - 08.2003

Repaired and Installed New or used plumbing fixtures
assisted in plumbing service and call outs
new construction of plumbing

Pipeline Laborer

Sundown Oilfield Services

01.2001 - 01.2002

worked on pipeline crew in pipeline repair and leaks
New construction of pipeline
installation of pipeline pigs

Summary

Overview

Work History

EMT-Basic/FTO

Basic EMT/FTO

Plumbing Helper

Pipeline Laborer

Education

GED -

Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Technology

Skills

Additional Information

Timeline

EMT-Basic/FTO

Basic EMT/FTO

Plumbing Helper

Pipeline Laborer

GED -

Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Technology

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