Daniel Smith
Bullhead City,AZ
Summary
Adaptable Paramedic/EMT with over 28 years of field experience applying exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills. Effectively assessed patients and performed life-saving treatments and procedures. Repeatedly acknowledged for emergency medicine skills and demonstrated exceptional healthcare performance. Looking to add additional in hospital experience to further round out my medical abilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
EMS Captain/Critical Care Paramedic
Morongo Basin Ambulance
Joshua Tree, CA
02.2022 - Current
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Developing training plans for subordinate personnel in areas such as patient care and operations procedures.
- Assisting in developing departmental policies and procedures related to emergency medical services.
Paramedic
Baker Ambulance
Needles, CA
11.2021 - Current
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Documented care provided to patients into reports for submission to supervisor.
- Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
ER Paramedic
WARMC
Bullhead City, AZ
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Monitored vital signs and recorded patient information for medical records.
- Performed diagnostic tests including 12-lead EKG's, blood glucose monitoring, pulse oximetry and capnography.
- Utilized a variety of specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, cardiac monitors and defibrillators.
- Conducted patient assessments and provided emergency medical care in pre-hospital settings.
- Provided advanced life support procedures such as airway management, intravenous therapy, medication administration, trauma assessment and resuscitation.
- Managed difficult or emotional situations using sound clinical judgement to ensure the safety of patients, visitors and staff.
- Documented care provided to patients into reports for submission to supervisor.
Critical Care Flight Paramedic
Desert Air Ambulance
Blythe, CA
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Provided emergency care by performing assessment, continuous monitoring and interventions as need during flight transport.
- Adhered to flight protocols to protect well-being of patients and staff.
- Inserted IVs and administered oral and injectable medications.
- Monitored supplies and equipment inventory and replenished promptly before another emergency call.
- Reported and documented medical treatment administered on-site and during transport to healthcare facility.
Paramedic
Desert Ambulance Inc
Barstow, CA
06.2016 - 02.2022
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
Emergency Medical Technician
Desert Ambulance Inc
Barstow, CA
04.2009 - 06.2016
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Assessed patient condition to administer first-aid treatment or advanced level life support.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
Education
Paramedic -
National Medical Education Training Center
Boston, MA04.2016
High School Diploma -
Victor Valley College
Victorville, CA06.1994
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science
Victor Valley College
Victorville, CASkills
- NREMT Paramedic
- EMCT Paramedic AZ
- Paramedic State of Ca
- CCEMT-P (UMBC)
- Critical Care Paramedic (CCP-P) IBSC
- Certified Flight Paramedic (FP-C) IBSC
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- NRP
- AMLS
- ITLS
Timeline
ER Paramedic
WARMC
03.2023 - 02.2024
EMS Captain/Critical Care Paramedic
Morongo Basin Ambulance
02.2022 - Current
Critical Care Flight Paramedic
Desert Air Ambulance
01.2022 - 01.2024
Paramedic
Baker Ambulance
11.2021 - Current
Paramedic
Desert Ambulance Inc
06.2016 - 02.2022
Emergency Medical Technician
Desert Ambulance Inc
04.2009 - 06.2016
Paramedic -
National Medical Education Training Center
High School Diploma -
Victor Valley College
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science
Victor Valley College
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