Damon Meredith

Taking care of special needs students on school bus.

• Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
• Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
• Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
• Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.
• Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
• Suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
• Managed patient care and treatment to ensure appropriate medical interventions were provided in a timely manner.
• Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
• Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
• Reported and documented medical treatment administered on-site and during transport to healthcare facility.
• Assessed patients and environment, administered CPR and stabilized patients for transport to hospital.
• Positioned patients in preparation for treatment and transport.

• Assessed scene upon arrival for possible hazards or dangerous situations.
• Saved lives by administering medications, monitoring cardiac output and performing emergency intubations.
• Monitored supplies and equipment inventory and replenished promptly before another emergency call.
• Performed CPR and used defibrillator on cardiac patients.
• Undertook daily inventory responsibility, accountability and functioning of equipment, vehicle safety checks, supplies and medications.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to perform triage in high stress situations involving multiple victims.
• Assisted with basic life support, advanced cardiac life support, pediatric advanced life support, and pre-hospital trauma life support.
• Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
• Participated in continuing education programs to maintain current knowledge on new procedures, techniques and technologies used in EMS operations.
• Used tech equipment and tools to stabilize patients or provide immediate treatment.
• Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
• Positioned patients in preparation for treatment and transport.
• Ensured proper maintenance of ambulance equipment such as strhers, jump kits and oxygen tanks.
• Transported critically ill or injured persons from accident scenes or homes utilizing ambulances.
• Explained each step of treatment to conscious patients to reduce fear and invoke calm.
• Provided evaluation of patients in the field and made decisions regarding transport to nearest hospital or clinic.
• Suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
• Collaborated with physicians on call concerning diagnosis and treatments while transporting patients to hospitals or clinics.
• Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
• Initiated intravenous lines for administration of fluids or medication as necessary.
• Responded promptly to 911 calls for medical assistance by providing pre-hospital services to patients in need.
• Loaded patients into ambulances in preparation for transport to nearest medical center.
• Inserted IVs and administered oral and injectable medications.
• Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
• Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, temperature, evaluated results against normal ranges and reported any abnormalities immediately.

• Participated in continuous quality improvement and assisted with program development and special projects.
• Instructed students on the proper techniques for administering first aid in emergency situations.
• Prepared and carried out lesson plans on daily schedule, verifying accurate and complete grade reporting.
• Promoted team atmosphere, interacting with students and staff with respect and support.
• Developed relationships with community partners who could provide additional resources or support services.
• Demonstrated how to safely use medical equipment such as tourniquets, bandages, and splints during an emergency.
• Evaluated existing policies and procedures pertaining to first aid protocols within organizations.
• Led group discussions that focused on topics related to first aid safety measures.