David Casarez
Weslaco,Texas
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Paramedic with a proven track record of making sound decisions in high-pressure scenarios. Proficient in evaluating patient needs and providing critical care. Meticulous and empathetic, possessing extensive expertise in advanced life-saving interventions for diverse medical and traumatic emergencies across all age groups.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Paramedic
Med-Care EMS
11.2024 - Current
- Provide Advance Life Saving interventions
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
Licensed Paramedic
Lone Star Ambulance
06.2024 - Current
- Provide Advanced Life Saving interventions
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
Advanced EMT
Lone Star Ambulance
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Provide limited Advanced Life Saving Interventions
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Utilized oxygen tanks, established EKGs and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
- Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical or traumatic emergencies in the city of McAllen.
Advanced EMT
Med-Care EMS
06.2020 - 07.2023
- Provide limited Advanced Life Saving interventions
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG establishment, and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical or trauma emergencies.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
EMT-Basic
Med-Care EMS
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Administer first aid treatment or basic life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings
- Perform emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures, such as basic management of ABC's during ambulance ride
- Observe, record, and report to physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to drugs or treatment
- Immobilize patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport, using backboard or other spinal immobilization device
- Maintain vehicles and medical and communication equipment and replenish first aid equipment and supplies
- Assess nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures
- Communicate with dispatchers or treatment center personnel to provide information about situation, to arrange reception of victims, or to receive instructions for further treatment
- Comfort and reassure patients
- Decontaminate ambulance interior following treatment of patient with infectious disease and report case to proper authorities
- Operate equipment, such as external defibrillators, or bag valve mask resuscitators, in basic life support environments
- Drive mobile intensive care unit to specified location, following instructions from emergency medical dispatcher
- Coordinate with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history, to determine the circumstances of the emergency, and to administer emergency treatment
- Coordinate work with other emergency medical team members or police or fire department personnel
- Attend training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in the field, or maintain existing knowledge
- Administer drugs, orally or by injection, or perform intravenous procedures under a physician's direction
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services-Paramedic
Texas State Technical College
Waco, TX04-2024
Emergency Medical Technician-Advanced - Nursing Allied Science
South Texas College
McAllen, TX08-2019
Emergency Medical Technician-Basic - Nursing Allied Science
South Texas College
McAllen, TX05.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
South Texas College
McAllen, TX12.2018
Skills
- Care triage
- Field patient assessments
- Documentation and reporting
- Intubation
- Vital sign monitoring
- Rig maintenance
- Ambulance transfer
- Treatment Planning
- Emergency response
- Pre-hospital care
Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician- Basic
- Emergency Medical Technician-Advanced
- Emergency Medical Technician-Licensed Paramedic
- EMS Instructor
- Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Saving (PHTLS)
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC)
- Basic Life Saving (CPR/BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Saving (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Saving (PALS)
Timeline
Licensed Paramedic
Med-Care EMS
11.2024 - Current
Licensed Paramedic
Lone Star Ambulance
06.2024 - Current
Advanced EMT
Lone Star Ambulance
02.2023 - 06.2024
Advanced EMT
Med-Care EMS
06.2020 - 07.2023
EMT-Basic
Med-Care EMS
08.2019 - 06.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services-Paramedic
Texas State Technical College
Emergency Medical Technician-Advanced - Nursing Allied Science
South Texas College
Emergency Medical Technician-Basic - Nursing Allied Science
South Texas College
Associate of Applied Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
South Texas College
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