Cody White
Paola,KS
Summary
FTO EMT-Basic with proven expertise at Franklin County EMS, excelling in critical decision-making and patient stabilization. Adept at administering life-saving procedures and managing emergency situations, I effectively collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to community safety through education and outreach initiatives, ensuring preparedness and awareness.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT-Basic
Franklin County EMS
03.2023 - Current
- Administered emergency medical care and transport for patients in critical conditions.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to assess patient needs and deliver appropriate interventions.
- Operated medical equipment, ensuring functionality and compliance with safety protocols.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records during transport.
- Trained new EMT personnel on standard operating procedures and emergency response techniques.
- Evaluated and prioritized multiple emergency situations to ensure timely medical assistance delivery.
- Participated in community outreach programs to promote health awareness and safety education initiatives.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Trained new EMTs on proper protocols and procedures.
Firefighter EMT-B
City Of Paola Fire Department
08.2022 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate fire suppression and rescue operations.
- Conducted thorough inspections of fire equipment, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
- Assisted in wildfire suppression efforts by coordinating with local, state, and federal agencies to establish containment lines and protect threatened structures.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
Education
No Degree - Fire Science
Kansas City Kansas Community College
Kansas City, Kansas, KSNo Degree - EMT-B
Miami County EMS
Paola, KS12-2022
High School Diploma -
Paola High School
Paola, KS05-2020
Skills
- Basic life support
- Vital sign assessment
- Critical decision-making skills
- Patient assessments
- Emergency vehicle operation
- CPR and first aid
- Patient transport
- Airway management
- Pre-hospital care
- Emergency management
- Emergency patient triage
- Bleeding control
- Triaging
- Safe driving
- Condition assessment
- Direct patient care
- Ambulance driving
- Supply restocking
- Patient management
- Patient stabilization
- Medical recordkeeping
- Medication administration
- Accident response
- Seizure management
- Medical records management
- Indirect patient care
- Medical coding
- Vehicle maintenance
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Clear communication
- Critical thinking
- Calm under pressure
- Medical terminology
- Oxygen administration
- Respiratory assessment
- Resuscitation
- Trauma care
Certification
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
- BLS and Heartsaver instructor
- Fire 1
- Fire 2
- Hazmat Awareness
- Hazmat Ops
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
EMT-Basic
Franklin County EMS
03.2023 - Current
Firefighter EMT-B
City Of Paola Fire Department
08.2022 - Current
No Degree - Fire Science
Kansas City Kansas Community College
No Degree - EMT-B
Miami County EMS
High School Diploma -
Paola High School