Cody Augustine
Shenandoah
Summary
Resourceful Paramedic offering 10 years of experience handling medical emergencies. Expertise in monitoring cardiac conditions and EKG readings and executing placement of peripheral, central and intraosseous lines. In-depth knowledge of testing, maintaining, and using medical and rescue equipment. Quick-witted professional committed to providing patient-focused delivery of care and treatment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Shenandoah Medical Center
06.2014 - Current
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- 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.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
Firefighter Captain
Shenandoah Fire Department
06.2013 - Current
- Collaborated with other agencies for coordinated response during multi-agency incidents, maximizing resource utilization.
- Increased firefighter safety by implementing risk management principles into operational guidelines and decision-making processes.
- Improved emergency response times by developing and implementing efficient firefighting strategies and tactics.
- Conducted investigations of fires to determine origin, cause, and circumstances, providing valuable information for prevention efforts.
- Assisted neighboring departments when needed, fostering a strong interagency support system for improved emergency response capabilities.
- Evaluated team members'' skills regularly to identify areas for improvement and provided targeted training opportunities accordingly.
General Worker
Fareway Food Stores
09.2009 - 06.2014
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
- Increased productivity with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
Education
Paramedic Certification - Paramedicine
Creighton University
Omaha, NE08.2016
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, IA05.2015
High School Diploma -
Shenandoah High School
Shenandoah, IA05.2013
Skills
- Documentation And Reporting
- Advanced Life Support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Emergency Response
- Scene safety assessment
- Safety Protocols
Certification
- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Certification - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - American Heart Association.
- Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Level Training – Department of Homeland Security, FEMA, or accredited entities.
Timeline
Paramedic
Shenandoah Medical Center
06.2014 - Current
Firefighter Captain
Shenandoah Fire Department
06.2013 - Current
General Worker
Fareway Food Stores
09.2009 - 06.2014
Paramedic Certification - Paramedicine
Creighton University
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Iowa Western Community College
High School Diploma -
Shenandoah High School
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