Bryan Forth
Bonham,TX
Summary
Dedicated paramedic with extensive experience in emergency medical services and rapid response scenarios. Proficient in delivering critical care, advanced life support, and ensuring patient safety during transport. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through effective on-scene treatment and strong collaboration with healthcare professionals. Aspires to further leverage skills in high-pressure environments to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic/FF
City Of Denison
Denison, Texas
04.2022 - Current
- Evaluated patients through comprehensive examinations at the 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.
- Ensured precise communication of patient needs through interaction in professional medical jargon.
- Triaged injuries through communication with patients, bystanders, and family members.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Maintained optimal inventory by ensuring all necessary equipment was restocked in the ambulance.
- Applied medical interventions to ensure patient stability in various field settings.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Prepared reports outlining progress of employees' development activities.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the organization.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Participated in and attended meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training programs.
- Maintained accurate records of employee participation and progress in training programs.
- Organized key training sessions and qualifications for personnel.
- Facilitated engaging and informative training sessions for new hires and existing staff.
- Coordinated with department heads to schedule training sessions without disrupting operational efficiency.
- Designed and implemented comprehensive training programs tailored to organizational needs.
- Provided one-on-one coaching and mentoring to employees requiring additional support.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of current training methods.
- Mentored specific employees on areas in need of improvement.
- Monitored progress of trainees through observation or feedback from supervisors and mentors.
Paramedic
Medical Jets Inc.
Forney , Texas
08.2021 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Paramedic
City Of Whitewright
Whitewright, TX
06.2018 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
Paramedic
Lifenet EMS
Denison, Texas
11.2019 - 08.2021
- 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.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- 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.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- 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.
Paramedic/EMT-Basic
Texas Vital Care EMS
Bells , TX
03.2018 - 08.2019
- Determined medical and safety requirements at emergency scene by assessing medical status of ill or injured persons.
- Administered basic life and advanced life support to patients at scene, en route to hospital and pre-hospital settings.
- Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions and certifications, licenses and registrations.
- 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.
- Removed victims from vehicles or scene of accident or catastrophe and assisted in transfer to receiving facilities.
- Completed and submitted field care report, patient billing and trip ticket and daily driver unit checkout form to facilitate record-keeping requirements.
- Leveraged defibrillator, oxygen, suction devices, CPR and other procedures and medications to provide advanced medical care.
- Followed pre-printed and map-based directions to locate sites and maintained awareness of changes in roadways or points of access.
- 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.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
- 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.
Phlebotomist
Texoma Medical Center
Denison, TX
11.2017 - 03.2018
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
- Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Performed bedside tests like bleeding time tests and entered results into patient charts.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
EMT
American Medical Response, AMR
Princeton, TX
03.2015 - 11.2017
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
Patient Care Technician, ER
Texoma Medical Center
Denison, TX
06.2014 - 08.2015
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Cleaned, sanitized and moved hospital equipment.
- Helped patients complete activities of daily living.
- Used wheelchairs, stretchers and movable beds to move patients between hospital locations.
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, surgical tables or stretchers.
- Responded to emergency situations to help with lifting and transporting patients.
Paramedic/EMT-Basic
Allegiance Ambulance
Sherman, TX
04.2012 - 08.2014
- Determined medical and safety requirements at emergency scene by assessing medical status of ill or injured persons.
- Administered basic life and advanced life support to patients at scene, en route to hospital and pre-hospital settings.
- Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions and certifications, licenses and registrations.
- 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.
- Participated in community programs to maintain company image and establish strong community relations.
- Followed pre-printed and map-based directions to locate sites and maintained awareness of changes in roadways or points of access.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
- 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.
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Driver Ops
Fire in Texas
Sulphur Springs, TX03-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Academy
Fire in Texas
Sulphur Springs, TX03-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Paramedicine
Grayson College
Denison, TX08-2017
Some College (No Degree) - EMT
Grayson College
Denison, TX08-2012
High School Diploma -
Sherman High School
Sherman, TX05.2007
Skills
- Medical Procedure Prioritization
- Emergency Medical Team Coordination
- Spinal Demobilization Devices
- Police and Fire Coordination
- Emergency Vehicle Driving
- Venipuncture Procedures
- Patient Condition Observation
- Medical Equipment Maintenance
- Communication Equipment Operation
- Work Coordination
- Treatment Center Communication
- Medical Supply Replenishment
- Basic Trauma Life Support
- Vital Sign Assessment
- Prehospital Care
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Patient Immobilization
- Emergency Diagnostics
- Adaptable Under Pressure
- Patient Assessments
- Intravenous Injections
- Emergency Patient Triage
- Medical History Collection
- Airway Management
- Heart Monitoring
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Endotracheal Intubation
- IV Insertion
- Recordkeeping Requirements
- Emergency Preparedness
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Treatment Documentation
- Coaching and mentoring
- Lesson planning
- Lesson development
- Mentoring
- Employee mentoring
- Program management
- Employee engagement
- Employee counseling
- Report writing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Paramedic/FF
City Of Denison
04.2022 - Current
Paramedic
Medical Jets Inc.
08.2021 - Current
Paramedic
Lifenet EMS
11.2019 - 08.2021
Paramedic
City Of Whitewright
06.2018 - Current
Paramedic/EMT-Basic
Texas Vital Care EMS
03.2018 - 08.2019
Phlebotomist
Texoma Medical Center
11.2017 - 03.2018
EMT
American Medical Response, AMR
03.2015 - 11.2017
Patient Care Technician, ER
Texoma Medical Center
06.2014 - 08.2015
Paramedic/EMT-Basic
Allegiance Ambulance
04.2012 - 08.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Driver Ops
Fire in Texas
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Academy
Fire in Texas
Some College (No Degree) - Paramedicine
Grayson College
Some College (No Degree) - EMT
Grayson College
High School Diploma -
Sherman High School