Carlos Walker
Salisbury,NC
Summary
Dedicated paramedic with extensive experience in delivering high-quality patient care in compliance with local and state protocols. Recognized for exceptional communication skills and a strong focus on patient support, ensuring equitable treatment for all individuals. Proven ability to work effectively under pressure while prioritizing safety and operational efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic Field Training Officer
Rowan County EMS
Salisbury, NC
11.2018 - Current
- Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
- Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
- Utilized proper safety precautions when handling hazardous materials or infectious substances.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient condition and treatment plans.
- Testified in court regarding circumstances of paramedic calls and gave depositions.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history and details on current issues.
Paramedic
Atrium Health Cabarrus
Concord, NC
12.2021 - 12.2023
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
- Utilized proper safety precautions when handling hazardous materials or infectious substances.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient condition and treatment plans.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
- Inserted IVs and administered oral and injectable medications.
- Reported infectious disease cases to appropriate medical authorities.
- Administered oxygen therapy, intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by physician protocols.
- Monitored vital signs of patients and communicated changes to physicians or nurses in a timely manner.
EMT-Basic
Med Center Air
Charlotte, NC
06.2017 - 03.2019
- Assisted paramedics in more advanced procedures such as intubation or administering medication intravenously.
- Assisted with patient assessments, such as measuring vital signs and assessing conditions.
- Communicated effectively with hospital staff upon arrival at the destination facility.
- Monitored and replenished ambulance supplies, maintaining well-stocked inventory and properly functioning equipment.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
- Cleaned and sanitized vehicles and medical equipment to comply with safety and health protocols.
- Worked closely with accepting hospitals to relay patients' vitals and fill out patient reports.
EMT-Basic
NuCare Carolina Ambulance
Salisbury, NC
04.2015 - 12.2017
- Cleaned and sanitized ambulance and supplies between calls.
- Observed, recorded and reported patients' condition or injury and treatment provided.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Assisted with patient assessments, such as measuring vital signs and assessing conditions.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate medical assistance and transportation to medical facility.
- Took vital signs and blood pressure to observe patient's condition and prepare appropriate resources and medical procedures.
- Monitored patient condition during transit and provided appropriate medical attention as needed.
- Asked patients questions about over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drug activity to identify side effects or signs of overdose.
Education
Tactical Emergency Medical Practitioner - Tactical Operations
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Salisbury, NC11-2022
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medicine
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Salisbury, NC05-2022
Paramedic - Emergency Medicine
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Salisbury, NC10-2018
GED -
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Salisbury, NC04-2002
Skills
- Behavioral emergencies
- Cardiac monitoring
- Airway management
- Treatment Planning
- Medication administration
- Diabetic emergencies
- Stroke management
- Geriatric care
- Patient management
- Care plan adherence
Certification
- Tactical Emergency Medical Practitioner
- Paramedic S.W.A.T. Operator
- Paramedic Field Training Officer
- Paramedic Crew Chief
- BLS
- ACLS
- PHTLS
- PALS
- CPR
- NIMS 100
- NIMS 200
- NIMS 700
- NIMS 800
- NIMS Hazmat
- Management Skills
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Paramedic
Atrium Health Cabarrus
12.2021 - 12.2023
Paramedic Field Training Officer
Rowan County EMS
11.2018 - Current
EMT-Basic
Med Center Air
06.2017 - 03.2019
EMT-Basic
NuCare Carolina Ambulance
04.2015 - 12.2017
Tactical Emergency Medical Practitioner - Tactical Operations
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medicine
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Paramedic - Emergency Medicine
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
GED -
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
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