Christopher Durrance
Derby
Summary
Dynamic Paramedic with extensive experience at Twin City Ambulance, excelling in advanced life support and critical decision-making. Proven ability to stabilize patients and ensure seamless transitions through effective communication and documentation. Skilled in intubation and IV insertion, delivering exceptional patient care in high-pressure environments.
Developed critical decision-making and patient care skills in high-pressure emergency environments, seeking to transition into new field. Demonstrates strong communication and teamwork abilities, with focus on delivering high-quality care and support. Prepared to leverage these transferable skills to excel in different professional domain.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Twin City Ambulance
Williamsville, NY
09.2023 - 03.2025
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in various pre-hospital settings.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient transitions and communication.
- Operated advanced life support equipment to stabilize critical patients during transport.
- Assessed patient conditions rapidly and accurately to determine appropriate treatment protocols.
- Documented patient assessments and interventions in compliance with regulatory standards.
EMT-Basic
Twin City Ambulance
Williamsville, NY
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate care and stabilizing patients in critical conditions.
- Operated medical equipment, including defibrillators and oxygen therapy devices, ensuring proper usage during emergencies.
- Collaborated with paramedics and healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated patient care during transport.
- Documented patient assessments and treatments accurately, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and protocols.
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections and maintenance checks to ensure operational readiness of ambulances.
EMT-Basic
Gowanda Ambulance
Gowanda, NY
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Evaluated patient needs swiftly, adapting treatment plans based on changing conditions during transport to medical facilities.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Education
No Degree - Paramedicine
Erie Community College
Orchard Park07-2023
No Degree - Paramedicine
Erie Community College
Orchard Park07-2023
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Erie County
Cheektowaga, NY05-2021
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
- Intubation
- Patient assessments
- IV insertion
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Medical equipment operation
- Medication administration
Certification
- Paramedic
Timeline
Paramedic
Twin City Ambulance
09.2023 - 03.2025
EMT-Basic
Twin City Ambulance
06.2022 - 09.2023
EMT-Basic
Gowanda Ambulance
10.2021 - 06.2022
No Degree - Paramedicine
Erie Community College
No Degree - Paramedicine
Erie Community College
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Erie County