Darrel Nickels
Columbus,OH
Summary
Dynamic EMT/Firefighter with proven expertise at Circleville Fire Department in critical decision-making and patient stabilization. Skilled in CPR, first aid, and emergency vehicle operation, I excelled in enhancing patient outcomes through effective triaging and vital signs assessment. Committed to continuous improvement and delivering exceptional pre-hospital care in high-pressure environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Emt/firefighter
Circleville Fire Department
2015.10 - 2016.07
- Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate medical care and support to patients in crisis.
- Assisted in patient assessment and triage, prioritizing treatments based on severity of conditions.
- Administered first aid, CPR, and basic life support techniques in high-pressure situations.
- Collaborated with fire department personnel to ensure efficient rescue operations and patient transportation.
- Documented patient information accurately in incident reports for continuity of care and legal compliance.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to enhance skills and stay updated on medical protocols.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
EMT-Basic
Procare Medical
2014.04 - 2014.11
- Administered basic life support and first aid to patients in emergency situations.
- Operated and maintained medical equipment efficiently during patient transport.
- Collaborated with team members to assess patient conditions and determine appropriate care strategies.
- Documented patient information accurately for ongoing medical assessments and reports.
Farm Hand
Haans Farm
2006.03 - 2009.06
- Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate medical care and support to patients in crisis.
- Assisted in patient assessment and triage, prioritizing treatments based on severity of conditions.
- Administered first aid, CPR, and basic life support techniques in high-pressure situations.
- Collaborated with fire department personnel to ensure efficient rescue operations and patient transportation.
- Documented patient information accurately in incident reports for continuity of care and legal compliance.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to enhance skills and stay updated on medical protocols.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
Cleaner
Scioto Cleaning Services
2010.03 - 2013.04
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in assigned areas to ensure a safe environment.
- Operated cleaning equipment, including vacuums and floor polishers, with proficiency.
- Followed safety protocols and guidelines to minimize hazards during cleaning tasks.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and report issues promptly.
Production Assistant
Worthington Industries Inc
2012.01 - 2012.04
- Assisted in production workflow, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to safety protocols.
- Operated machinery and equipment efficiently, maintaining high standards of quality control during production runs.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues, improving overall process reliability and minimizing downtime.
- Monitored inventory levels, assisting in the management of supplies and materials to support uninterrupted operations.
Education
Emt-b/emergency Medicine
Grant Medical Center Ems Education
Columbus, OH06.2014
High School Diploma - General Studies
Hamiliton Township High-school
Obetz Ohio 05.2009
Skills
- Basic life support
- CPR and first aid
- Critical decision-making skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Pre-hospital care
- Vital sign assessment
- Airway management
- Bleeding control
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Patient management
- Patient transport
- Ambulance driving
- Patient stabilization
- Diabetic emergencies
- Supply restocking
- Respiratory emergencies
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Emergency patient triage
- Spinal immobilization
- Safe driving
- Condition assessment
- Triaging
- Fracture stabilization
- Patient evaluations
- Accident response
- Obstetric emergencies
Timeline
Emt/firefighter
Circleville Fire Department
2015.10 - 2016.07
EMT-Basic
Procare Medical
2014.04 - 2014.11
Production Assistant
Worthington Industries Inc
2012.01 - 2012.04
Cleaner
Scioto Cleaning Services
2010.03 - 2013.04
Farm Hand
Haans Farm
2006.03 - 2009.06
Emt-b/emergency Medicine
Grant Medical Center Ems Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Hamiliton Township High-school