Chris Esposito
Rocky Mount,VA
Summary
Dependable Paramedic/Firefighter 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
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic/Firefighter/FTO/Backfill Capt/LT
Franklin County Public Safety
07.2013 - Current
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Drove and operated pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Trained new employees to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry Citizens.
- Backfill Capt/Lt which fills in the absence of current supervisors
- Admin for Respiratory Wellness program
- Fit test Admin for SCBA/N95 masks
Paramedic
Emergency Service Solutions
05.2020 - Current
- 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.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
Paramedic
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
11.2014 - 03.2020
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Preformed difficult IV insertions via Ultrasound to patients in times of crisis
EMT/Paramedic
Regional One EMS
07.2008 - 06.2013
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- ALS interfacility Transports from ER to ER or Floor to Floor
- Convalesent transports
- 911 Emergency calls
Cook
Golden Skillet
05.2006 - 07.2008
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic
Patrick Henry Community College
Martinsville, VA06.2011
High School Diploma -
Dan River High School
Ringgold, VA06.2008
Skills
- Patient Immobilization
- Medical Data Acquisition
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- IV Fluid Replacement
- Safety Protocols
- Field Patient Assessments
- Emergency Treatment Procedures
- Public Education
- Critical Thinking
- Crisis Situations
- Staff Development
Certification
Nationally Registered Paramedic
VA Fire Programs Firefighter 1
VA Fire Programs Hazmat awareness
VA Fire Programs EVOC Class I
VA Fire Programs EVOC Class II
Va Fire Programs EVOC Class III
FCDPS Backfill Capt 10/2017
NIMS ICS 100
NIMS ICS 200
NIMS IS 700
AHA BLS
AHA ACLS
AHA PALS
Scott Level 1 Service Tech
Timeline
Paramedic
Emergency Service Solutions
05.2020 - Current
Paramedic
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
11.2014 - 03.2020
Paramedic/Firefighter/FTO/Backfill Capt/LT
Franklin County Public Safety
07.2013 - Current
EMT/Paramedic
Regional One EMS
07.2008 - 06.2013
Cook
Golden Skillet
05.2006 - 07.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic
Patrick Henry Community College
High School Diploma -
Dan River High School
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