Charles armstrong
La Habra,CA
Summary
Dynamic Emergency Medical Technician with proven expertise in vital signs monitoring and critical decision-making, honed at Guardian Ambulance. Excelled in high-pressure environments, enhancing patient outcomes and team efficiency. Demonstrates strong leadership and exceptional problem-solving abilities, ensuring top-notch customer service and care.
Focused professional skilled in stabilizing and assessing patients in emergency situations. Adept in utilizing medical equipment and instruments to diagnose and treat patients. Possesses strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients, emergency personnel and medical staff.
Dependable supervisor effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
Guardian Ambulance
07.2021 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Maintained a safe environment for all involved parties by adhering to strict safety measures during emergency situations.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Increased team efficiency by collaborating with paramedics, firefighters, and other emergency personnel to provide seamless emergency care to patients.
Lead Valet
Best Valet
09.2016 - 02.2019
- Conducted regular inspections of the parking area, identifying potential hazards or maintenance needs.
- Addressed guest complaints promptly, resolving issues professionally to maintain positive client relationships.
- Collaborated with staff or clients to ensure seamless integration of valet services for guests.
- Promoted effective communication within the team by conducting regular meetings and sharing updates on company policies.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and professional valet services.
Education
No Degree - Microbiology
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NYNo Degree -
California State University, Chico
Chico, CABachelors of Science Nursing - Nursing
West Coast University
Anaheim, CA06-2026
Associates of Liberal Arts And Kinesiology - Kinesiology
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana, CA06-2018
Skills
- Basic life support
- CPR and first aid
- Critical decision-making skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Vital sign assessment
- Pre-hospital care
- Bleeding control
- Airway management
- Emergency management
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient stabilization
- Ambulance driving
- Accident response
- Quick learner
- Reliability and punctuality
- Customer service expertise
- Tech-savviness
- Strong leadership
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Friendly and outgoing
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Punctual and reliable
Accomplishments
Take part in many emergency deployments to better practice emergency medince skills.
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Guardian Ambulance
07.2021 - Current
Lead Valet
Best Valet
09.2016 - 02.2019
No Degree - Microbiology
Hofstra University
No Degree -
California State University, Chico
Bachelors of Science Nursing - Nursing
West Coast University
Associates of Liberal Arts And Kinesiology - Kinesiology
Santa Ana College
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