Carla Jones
Wellington,AL
Summary
I am a focused Paramedic well-versed in patient assessment and emergency care. Reliable and efficient 13 years of quality performance in patient-facing. Accustomed to providing critical care in dynamic environments. I am a committed paramedic, offering proven history of exercising strong judgment in high-pressure situations. Skilled in patient needs assessment and critical care. Detail-oriented and compassionate with expansive knowledge of EMS Operations. I am a committed paramedic, offering proven history of exercising strong judgment in high-pressure situations. Skilled in patient needs assessment and critical care. Detail-oriented and compassionate with expansive knowledge of patient care.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Oxford Healthsystems
10.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with on-shift emergency team to cultivate safe and secure scene to tend to patients.
- Liaised with previous shift personnel to discuss logistics and shift reporting.
- Established and maintained strong rapport with hospital personnel to foster seamless communication in emergency situations.
- Maintained adherence to dispatch communication and response protocols.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- 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.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
Paramedic
Oxford EMS
03.2018 - 10.2020
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- 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.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
Paramedic
Anniston EMS
02.2015 - 03.2018
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest
- 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
Regional Medical Center
04.2014 - 02.2017
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Simulation Technician
Center For Domestic Preparedness
08.2011 - 02.2017
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
- Inspected equipment to identify areas of wear or causes of malfunctions.
- Applied critical thinking and research to address complex issues.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards and safety requirements.
- Observed equipment operation to diagnose and troubleshoot reported issues.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Tested components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.
Department Manager
Walmart
05.2005 - 03.2010
- Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands.
- Communicated with managers of other departments to maintain transparency.
- Worked actively with management team to create daily and weekly sales plans based on weekly sales trends.
- Created and enforced department policies, procedures and standards to establish productivity and quality.
- Partnered with merchandising team to plan and execute floor moves, merchandise placement, and overall sales set-up.
- Kept employee workloads fair and balanced to achieve objectives while maintaining high job satisfaction.
- Motivated associates to consistently deliver effective selling behaviors through coaching and recognition.
- Developed and implemented useful inventory management strategies to maximize sales and reduce costs.
- Prepared detailed reports for management to clarify existing trends, review sales and inventory data and support shrink minimization and safety awareness.
- Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.
Deparment Manager
Food World
09.1995 - 05.2005
- Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands.
- Communicated with managers of other departments to maintain transparency.
- Worked actively with management team to create daily and weekly sales plans based on weekly sales trends.
- Created and enforced department policies, procedures and standards to establish productivity and quality.
- Partnered with merchandising team to plan and execute floor moves, merchandise placement, and overall sales set-up.
- Kept employee workloads fair and balanced to achieve objectives while maintaining high job satisfaction.
- Motivated associates to consistently deliver effective selling behaviors through coaching and recognition.
- Developed and implemented useful inventory management strategies to maximize sales and reduce costs.
- Prepared detailed reports for management to clarify existing trends, review sales and inventory data and support shrink minimization and safety awareness.
- Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.
- Developed and managed department budget to monitor financial performance and minimize expenses.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
Dialysis Technician
Renal Care Group
02.2004 - 03.2005
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Inventoried, ordered and restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Recorded patient's pre-dialysis weight, vitals, and any new medical conditions.
- Monitored each patient closely during treatment to check for any adverse reactions or change in condition and reported emergencies to attending nurses.
- Provided in-patient care for [Number] dialysis patients simultaneously focusing on providing clean, safe, and comfortable treatment environment.
- Recorded client data on hemodialysis flow chart.
- Cleaned and disinfected hemodialysis machines, chairs, trays, room and equipment.
- Conducted equipment and safety checks on hemodialysis equipment and supplies.
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Gathered, charted, and analyzed patient history data and discussed key points with clinicians.
- Advised patients and families on health topics pertinent to care and treatment.
- Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.
- Instructed patients in at-home care and continued treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Participated in hospital and clinic staff meetings to discuss patient care.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Performed diagnostic tests and reported results to healthcare providers.
- Operated and maintained medical equipment used to diagnose and treat patients.
- Assisted physicians in diagnosis and treatment of patients.
- Educated patients and caregivers on proper ways to use breathing apparatuses at home.
- Called patients post-procedure to inquire about status, recovery and questions.
- Made emergency visits to resolve equipment problems.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services
Gadsden State Community College
Anniston, AL06.2015
Skills
- Medical History Collection
- Safety Protocols
- Patient Reception
- Bedside Reporting
- Neurological Assessments
- Medical History Recording
- Recordkeeping Requirements
- Medical Volunteer
- Intravenous IV Pressure Infusers
- Triaging
- Billing Documentation
- Respiratory Care Assessment
- Equipment Transport
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Lower Extremity Traction Devices
- Emergency Management
- Ambulance Transport
- Heart Monitoring
- Lifesaving Measures
- Medication Administration
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Drug Reaction Intervention
- Emergency Preparedness
- Extrication Devices
- Patient Support and Assistance
- Stair Chairs
- Rig Maintenance
- Advanced Lifesaving Procedures
- Vital Sign Assessment
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Emergency Vehicle Upkeep
- Patient Admission
- Care Coordination Support
- Adult Laryngoscopes
- Medication Prescription
- Life Support Management
- Deliver Emergency Treatment
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Critical Decision-Making Skills
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- IV Fluid Replacement
- Medical Supply Restocking
- Emergency Medical Services
- Seizure Disorders
- Oxygen Equipment
- Treatment Documentation
- Field Patient Assessments
- Testing Standards
- Victim Reception Arrangement
- Patient Data Analysis
- Remains Preparation
- Stomach Suction
- Physical Conditioning
- Medical Data Acquisition
- Injury Monitoring
- Drug Inventory Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Cardiac Arrest
- Stability Testing
- First Aid Administration
- Patient Management
- Patient Immobilization
- Multi-Patient Triage
- Intubation
- Emergency Patient Triage
- Pre-Hospital Care
- Medical Coding
- EMR Systems
- Care Plan Adherence
- Orthopedic Splint Systems
- EKG Procedures
- Patient Examination
- NARCAN Protocol
- Emergency Response
- Dispatch Collaboration
- IV Insertion
- Intravenous Injections
- Organizational Effectiveness
- Mass Casualty Protocols
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Medical Records Management
- Operational Standards
- Documentation
- Diagnose Issues
- Logical Reasoning
- Adaptable Under Pressure
- Wound Care
- Emergency Treatment Procedures
- Pediatric Laryngoscopes
- Evidence Collection
- Treatment Planning
- Administering Tests
Timeline
Paramedic
Oxford Healthsystems
10.2020 - Current
Paramedic
Oxford EMS
03.2018 - 10.2020
Paramedic
Anniston EMS
02.2015 - 03.2018
Paramedic
Regional Medical Center
04.2014 - 02.2017
Simulation Technician
Center For Domestic Preparedness
08.2011 - 02.2017
Department Manager
Walmart
05.2005 - 03.2010
Dialysis Technician
Renal Care Group
02.2004 - 03.2005
Deparment Manager
Food World
09.1995 - 05.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services
Gadsden State Community College
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