Damon Haynes
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Proven expertise in emergency medical response and culinary management, highlighted by a tenure at AMR. Excelled in rapid patient assessment and care, showcasing strong decision-making and vital sign assessment. Enhanced team efficiency and service quality at Ulrich’s Tavern and Hyatt Regency Hotel through exceptional communication and leadership. Achieved significant improvements in emergency response times and culinary excellence.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
EMT
AMR
02.2020 - Current
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Maintained a clean and organized ambulance, ensuring optimal readiness for emergency calls.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for effective emergency response.
- Expedited life-saving interventions by rapidly assessing patients'' conditions based on vital signs, symptoms, and medical history.
- Demonstrated strong decision-making abilities in determining the most appropriate course of action for each unique situation encountered in the field.
Chef
Ulrich’s Travern
01.2002 - 09.2012
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Engineer & Chef
Hyatt Regency Hotel
04.1994 - 11.2002
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Wrote, reviewed and edited technical document in accordance with template requirements.
- Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
- Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
- Reduced project completion time with efficient resource allocation and effective communication strategies.
Education
License Practical Nurse - Nursing
Erie 1 BOCES
West Seneca, NY04.2012
Education - Music
Completed Coursework Toward A Education in Music
Buffalo, NY09.1995
Computer Technician - Computer Engineering Technology
Hutchinson Central Technical High School
Buffalo, NY06.1992
Skills
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
First Aid
Field Patient Assessments
Respiratory Care Assessment
Physical Conditioning
Logical Reasoning
Medical Data Acquisition
Vital Sign Assessment
Conditions Assessment
Emergency Treatment Procedures
Emergency Vehicle Operation
Ambulance Transport
Blood Pressure Measurement
Emergency Response and Assessment
Stair chair
Timeline
EMT
AMR
02.2020 - Current
Chef
Ulrich’s Travern
01.2002 - 09.2012
Engineer & Chef
Hyatt Regency Hotel
04.1994 - 11.2002
License Practical Nurse - Nursing
Erie 1 BOCES
Education - Music
Completed Coursework Toward A Education in Music
Computer Technician - Computer Engineering Technology
Hutchinson Central Technical High School