Cody Bigelow
Arlington,VA
Summary
Hospital Corpsman (HM) perform duties as assistants in the prevention and treatment of disease and injury and assist health care professionals in providing medical care to military and civilian personal and their families. They may function as clinical or specialty technicians, medical administrative personnel and health care providers at medical treatment facilities. They also serve as battlefield corpsmen with the Marine Corps, rendering emergency medical treatment to include initial treatment in a combat environment. Qualified hospital corpsmen may be assigned the responsibility of independent duty aboard ships and submarines; Fleet Marine Force, Special Forces and Seabee units, and at isolated duty stations where no medical officer is available. Skilled Hospital Corpsman offering 6 years of military medical experience, as well as expertise in vaccinations, blood draws, and emergency care. Proven success managing emergent situations and utilizing critical thinking to manage unexpected conditions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy
03.2021 - 02.2024
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
- Responded appropriately to physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
- Changed sterile dressings.
- Obtained information about clients’ medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
- Provided pre- and post-operative care.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Maintained clean, healthy and safe environment.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Transported patients to other hospital areas in wheelchairs and gurneys.
- Assisted patients with ambulation and crutch walking.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.
- Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care.
- Performed direct patient care aimed at increasing comfort, psycho, social and spiritual well-being by providing assistance with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, elimination, prevention of skin breakdown, rehabilitation and safety.
- Monitored expiration of medical supplies and medications.
- Took advantage of opportunities for continuing education, quality assurance and performance improvement activities.
- Provided disaster relief to areas of South East Asia as needed including Philippines, Thailand, and Japan.
- Provided medical support to 108 Marines during operations in South East Asia.
- Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
- Assisted in medical examinations, treatments and procedures for diverse conditions and patient populations.
- Supported medical staff in providing patient care in high-demand hospital environment.
- Educated patients and families about health conditions and treatments.
- Updated medical records in EMR system and double-checked data for accuracy.
- Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition.
- Contributed to medical evacuations and transport of patients to other medical facilities.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
- Utilized medical instruments to perform minor surgeries and other procedures.
- Administered medications through injections and IVs in compliance with physician orders.
- Maintained operational organization by ensuring equipment functionality, inventory levels and employee medical training.
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further analysis.
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
09.2018 - 01.2021
- Provided leadership, delegation, and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations.
- Provided emergency medical care and conducted physical exams and interviews to gain medical history and relevant health data.
- Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
- Assisted in medical examinations, treatments and procedures for diverse conditions and patient populations.
- Educated patients and families about health conditions and treatments.
- Supported medical staff in providing patient care in high-demand hospital environment.
- Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition.
- Contributed to medical evacuations and transport of patients to other medical facilities.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
- Utilized medical instruments to perform minor surgeries and other procedures.
- Administered medications through injections and IVs in compliance with physician orders.
- Maintained operational organization by ensuring equipment functionality, inventory levels and employee medical training.
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further analysis.
- Helped with preparation of medical equipment and supplies for use in hospital procedures.
- Conducted patient intake and triage procedures.
- Collaborated with medical doctors and other healthcare professionals.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
Education
High School Diploma -
High School of Environmental Studies
Manhattan, NY05.2016
Skills
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Patient-focused care
- Dependable
- Vital Signs Management
- Performing Immunizations
- Emergent Care
- IV Fluid Administration
- Emergency Medical Care
- Hospital Staff Support
- IV Insertion
- Medicine Administration
- Lab Specimen Collection
- Nursing Assistance
- Assess Patient Needs
- Patient Condition Observation
- Emergency Treatment Procedures
- Physician Support
- Basic Trauma Life Support
- Room Sanitation
- Care Delivery
- Clerical Support
- Physical Examinations
- Emergency Situations
- Stabilize Conditions
- Pharmaceutical Services
- Orthopedic Splint Systems
Timeline
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy
03.2021 - 02.2024
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
09.2018 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
High School of Environmental Studies
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