Christy Hattabaugh
Paramedic
Booneville,AR
Summary
Dynamic Paramedic with extensive experience at Southwest EMS, excelling in advanced life support and critical decision-making. Proven ability to stabilize patients in emergencies while delivering compassionate care. Skilled in patient assessments and documentation, fostering collaboration with emergency services to enhance patient outcomes and ensure seamless care transitions.
Professional with strong foundation in emergency medical care, adept at rapid assessment and intervention. Proven track record in high-pressure situations, prioritizing effective communication and teamwork to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Recognized for adaptability and reliability, consistently meeting evolving needs of environment. Skilled in advanced life support, patient stabilization, and emergency response protocols.
Knowledgeable Paramedic with proven ability to manage emergency medical teams effectively. Demonstrated expertise in overseeing daily operations and ensuring compliance with healthcare protocols. Exhibits strong leadership and crisis management skills, fostering collaborative and efficient working environment.
Diligent Paramedic with solid foundation in emergency medical services. Demonstrated ability to provide critical care in high-pressure situations, ensuring patient safety and well-being. Proven track record in effective communication and quick decision-making during emergencies.
Dependable and 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.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Southwest EMS
08.2009 - Current
- Administered emergency medical care in high-pressure environments to stabilize patients.
- Collaborated with emergency services to coordinate patient transport and handoff procedures.
- Utilized advanced life support equipment to monitor vital signs and provide critical interventions.
- Conducted thorough assessments to determine appropriate treatment plans for diverse medical conditions.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
- Streamlined patient handoff processes at hospitals by clearly communicating relevant information to receiving staff, ensuring seamless continuity of care.
- Assisted in training new paramedics by serving as a preceptor and sharing clinical expertise during ridealongs.
- Coordinated with other emergency services personnel such as police officers and firefighters during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
- Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote great patient care.
Education
Paramedic - Paramedicine
Kiamichi Tech
Poteau, OK2016
EMT-B - Emergency Medical Technician
Westark
Fort Smith, AR12-2009
Skills
Documentation and reporting
Advanced life support
Critical decision-making skills
Direct patient care
Patient management
Intubation
Patient assessments
IV insertion
Stroke management
Medication administration
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Geriatric emergency care
Obstetric emergencies
Fracture stabilization
Medical history collection
Attention to detail
Prehospital trauma life support (PHTLS)
Emotional support
Reporting and documentation
Patient support and assistance
Diabetic emergencies
Vital signs monitoring
Affiliations
EMS Trauma Committee Board Member
Arkansas Valley Trauma Regional Advisory Counsil EMS Representative
NAMESE Instructor University of Arkansas Rich Mountain EMT
Timeline
Paramedic
Southwest EMS
08.2009 - Current
Paramedic - Paramedicine
Kiamichi Tech
EMT-B - Emergency Medical Technician
Westark