David Prescott
Rogers,MN
Summary
Seasoned EMS Supervisor and critical care paramedic with 35 years in emergency medical services. Demonstrated ability in team leadership and effective problem-solving, ensuring adherence to operational standards. Specialized in critical care and communication, significantly improving service delivery and patient outcomes. Pursuing role as Communications Center Manager.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Paramedic
Lakeview EMS
Stillwater, Minnesota
06.2017 - Current
- Delivered pre-hospital care to individuals in need throughout community and various situations.
- Managed critical care, advanced life support, and basic life support patient transport across facilities and hospitals
- Sustained proficiency in critical care, and advanced life support skills via continuing education classes and workshops.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
EMS Supervisor
Allina Health EMS
Saint Paul, Minnesota
04.1998 - Current
- Managed daily EMS operations, ensuring compliance with operational directives and guidelines for Allina Health EMS and affiliate agencies.
- Oversee maintenance of online standard operating procedures, guidelines, and protocols
- Conducted administrative duties involving payroll tasks, corrective action strategies, and annual review assessments for up to 12 direct reports.
- Delivered presentations at IAED conference on effective communication under stress and protocol selection for EMD
Dispatcher and Paramedic
North Memorial Ambulance
Brooklyn Center, MN
10.1999 - 06.2015
- Facilitated communication between dispatch and emergency service units to ensure effective coordination.
- Operated radio systems for prompt relay of critical information during emergencies.
- Scheduled ambulance routes to enhance response times and maximize coverage.
- Utilized advanced life support equipment for efficient patient transport operations.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Paramedic Certificate
Century College
White Bear Lake, MNSome College (No Degree) - Critical Care Paramedic
North Central Technical College
Wausau, WISkills
- Emergency response coordination
- EMS protocol management
- Decision making
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Stress management
- Performance evaluation
- Leadership development
Timeline
Critical Care Paramedic
Lakeview EMS
06.2017 - Current
Dispatcher and Paramedic
North Memorial Ambulance
10.1999 - 06.2015
EMS Supervisor
Allina Health EMS
04.1998 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Paramedic Certificate
Century College
Some College (No Degree) - Critical Care Paramedic
North Central Technical College