Catherine DeVoll
Hamilton,IA
Summary
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 Emergency Medicine.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic Captain
Centerville Fire And Rescue
11.2018 - Current
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
Education
Associate of Science - Paramedicin And Nursing
Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA05.2002
Skills
- Medical Data Acquisition
- Critical Decision-Making Skills
- Safety Protocols
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Vital Sign Assessment
- Pre-Hospital Care
- Field Patient Assessments
- Direct Patient Care
- Wound Care
- EMR Systems
Timeline
Paramedic Captain
Centerville Fire And Rescue
11.2018 - Current
Associate of Science - Paramedicin And Nursing
Indian Hills Community College
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