Daniel Heffernan
Thompson,CT
Summary
Proactive professional with experience executing quality care in high-pressure situations. Deep knowledge the field and outstanding team communication skills. Proudly demonstrated commitment, compassion and reasoned thinking while performing tasks rapidly to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
KB Ambulance Corp
Brooklyn, CT
01.2024 - Current
- Performed basic life support procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillation.
- Transported patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities using ambulances or other vehicles.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, assessed the situation and provided appropriate treatment for illnesses or injuries.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
Emergency Medical Technician
Putnam EMS
Putnam, CT
04.2022 - Current
- Assisted in providing medical care to patients with life-threatening conditions and injuries.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, assessed the situation and provided appropriate treatment for illnesses or injuries.
- Maintained patient vital signs, including blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse rate, temperature, oxygen saturation level and pain levels.
- Provided on-scene treatments such as administering oxygen therapy and splinting fractures.
- Communicated effectively with physicians and hospital personnel regarding patient's condition during transport process.
- Educated family members on how best to care for their loved one after discharge from hospital.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations set forth by local governing bodies.
Combat Medic (68W)
USARNG CT
New Haven, CT
06.2021 - Current
- Performed preventative health assessments, including immunizations and physicals, on service members in accordance with Army regulations.
- Assessed and treated acute illnesses, injuries, and wounds while providing emergency care to patients in the field.
- Instructed troops on basic medical aid procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first-aid techniques.
- Provided routine medical services such as dressing changes and suture removal for wounded soldiers.
- Transported injured personnel using appropriate equipment to medical treatment facilities in a timely manner.
- Maintained detailed records of patient care activities, treatments, medications administered, diagnostic tests results, and other relevant information.
- Administered intravenous fluids or injections when necessary to treat patients.
- Stocked supplies and maintained an inventory of all medicines used during operations.
- Communicated with physicians regarding patient care requirements and directed their actions in accordance with established protocols.
- Supervised junior medics assigned to my unit during field operations ensuring proper implementation of safety rules and regulations.
Firefighter
Thompson Fire Department
Thompson, CT
12.2019 - Current
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- 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.
- Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
- Inspected vehicles for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.
- Assisted in cleaning up hazardous materials following an incident scene.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
Dishwasher Supervisor
Lord Thompson Manor
Thompson, CT
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Supervised dishwashing staff to ensure proper sanitation and hygiene standards were met.
- Trained new employees in the use of equipment and safety protocols.
- Inspected dishes, glassware, cutlery, pots, pans. for cleanliness prior to being returned to service.
- Kept records of daily tasks completed by each team member.
- Coordinated with other supervisors to ensure efficient workflow throughout the kitchen area.
- Assisted with meal preparation when needed during peak hours or periods of high demand.
- Developed strategies for improving efficiency within the dishwashing operation while maintaining a safe working environment.
- Ensured that all health codes were followed at all times in order to maintain a sanitary work environment.
Cashier
Runnings Supply
Putnam, CT
03.2020 - 06.2021
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tourtellotte Memorial High School
North Grosvenorda, CT06-2021
Some College (No Degree) - Health Care Studies
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CTSkills
- Patient Transport
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Resuscitation
- Condition reporting
- Safe Driving
- Patient Triage
- Accident response
- Respiratory assessment
- Pre-hospital Care
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Emergency Management
- Ambulance driving
- Decontamination procedures
- Police and Fire Coordination
- ER communication
- Patient Condition Observation
- Communication Equipment Operation
- Critical Thinking
- Analytical Skills
- Problem-solving abilities
Accomplishments
- AMA earned in 2022 for life saving measures preformed resulting in saving 2 personnel while on orders supporting OCS(Officers Candidate School).
- AMA earned in 2023 for life saving measures preformed resulting in saving 1 personnel while on orders supporting OCS(Officers Candidate School).
- Completed Civil Air Patrol Search and Rescue schooling obtaining Ground Team Leader status.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- EMT-Basic
- CPR card AHA BLS
- Driver status on all army HUMVEE style vehicles
- Drivers license
- Prolonged Field Care certification
Affiliations
- Hiking
- Running
- Reading
- Working on vehicles
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
KB Ambulance Corp
01.2024 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Putnam EMS
04.2022 - Current
Combat Medic (68W)
USARNG CT
06.2021 - Current
Cashier
Runnings Supply
03.2020 - 06.2021
Firefighter
Thompson Fire Department
12.2019 - Current
Dishwasher Supervisor
Lord Thompson Manor
07.2019 - 08.2022
- EMT-Basic
- CPR card AHA BLS
- Driver status on all army HUMVEE style vehicles
- Drivers license
- Prolonged Field Care certification
High School Diploma -
Tourtellotte Memorial High School
Some College (No Degree) - Health Care Studies
Southern Connecticut State University
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