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Work History
Education
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Colby Vancleve

Lovington,NM

Summary

Resourceful EMT-P known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in advanced life support, emergency scene management, and patient assessment. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient care and effective coordination with medical teams.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

EMT-P

Lovington Fire Department
Lovington , NM
12.2019 - Current
  • Assessed and treated patients in pre-hospital setting according to protocols.
  • Provided emergency medical care, including airway management, ventilation support, cardiac monitoring and defibrillation.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare providers and personnel on scene for patient care.
  • Transported critically ill or injured patients to appropriate medical facility.
  • Monitored vital signs of patients during transport to ensure their safety.
  • Responded to 911 calls for medical assistance in a timely manner.
  • Executed advanced procedures such as intubation, needle chest decompression and administration of intravenous fluids and medications.
  • Communicated with dispatch regarding patient condition during transport.
  • Evaluated patients' conditions through physical examinations and diagnostic tests.
  • Educated family members about treatments administered to their loved ones.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to stay abreast of new developments in the field.
  • Managed difficult situations involving emotional or aggressive individuals in a professional manner.
  • Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
  • Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
  • Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
  • Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
  • Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
  • Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety of first responders.
  • Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
  • Trained new hires by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
  • Attended training sessions, maintained required certifications and kept current in lifesaving techniques and technologies.
  • Inserted IVs and administered oral and injectable medications.
  • Performed emergency life support and treated sick and injured persons at remote locations.

Firefighter

Lovington Fire Department
Lovington, NM
12.2019 - Current
  • Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
  • Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
  • Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
  • Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
  • Evaluated incident scenes for possible victims requiring medical attention or evacuation assistance.
  • Prepared detailed reports concerning all activities at emergency scenes.
  • Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
  • Inspected vehicles for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.
  • Responded promptly to medical emergencies such as heart attacks or stroke victims.
  • Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
  • Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
  • Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
  • Answered emergency situations and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims, and prevent escalation.
  • Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs, and other relevant information.
  • Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
  • Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
  • Controlled and extinguished fires using manual and power equipment.
  • Combatted fires by holding nozzles and directing streams of fog, chemicals or water.
  • Held nozzles and directed streams of fog, chemicals or water to combat fires.
  • Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
  • Used axes and other tools to break through windows and debris.

Education

Emergency Medicine

Eastern New Mexico University - Roswell
Roswell, NM
05-2024

Lovington High School
Lovington, NM
05-2019

Skills

  • Trauma management
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • Medical Emergency Response
  • Patient Stabilization

Certification

  • Nationally Registered EMT-P
  • Fire I/II Certified
  • Basic Life Support Certified
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certified
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certified
  • GEMS Certified
  • PHTLS Certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

EMT-P

Lovington Fire Department
12.2019 - Current

Firefighter

Lovington Fire Department
12.2019 - Current

Emergency Medicine

Eastern New Mexico University - Roswell

Lovington High School
Colby Vancleve