David Reed
Statesville,NC
Summary
Dynamic EMS Instructor and Firefighter Paramedic with proven leadership and adaptability, demonstrated at Central Piedmont Community College and in emergency services. Excelled in supervising students, orchestrating life-saving procedures, and enhancing learning through innovative practices. Skilled in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and decision-making, consistently achieving positive outcomes in high-pressure environments.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMS Instructor
Central Piedmont Community College
02.1999 - Current
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
- Evaluated students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
- Distributed course syllabus and communicated course standards and learning objectives to students.
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
- Updated instructional materials, ordered equipment and supplies and utilized various learning modalities to enhance instruction.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Delivered individualized instruction on observation, assessment, decision-making and patient health teaching.
- Collaborated with adjunct instructors to implement best practices to enhance student learning.
- Analyzed clinical settings' success in helping students achieve course and program outcomes.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Firefighter /Basic EMT
City Of Charlotte Fire Department
01.1998 - 04.2022
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Controlled hazardous materials and waste incidents to avoid fires and injuries.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
Firefighter Paramedic
Niskayuna Fire District 1
04.1993 - 01.1998
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Carried out fire inspections to identify fire hazards and recommend corrective measures.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Schenectady County Community College
Schenectady, NYSkills
- Strong leadership abilities
- Multitasking
- Supervising students
- Organizational Skills
- Decision-Making
- Problem-Solving
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Self Motivation
- Reliability
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Currently finishing my Instructor Certification for both ACLS and PALS
Certification
- Nationally Registered Paramedic - since 2016
- North Carolina Certified Paramedic - since 2000
- NC Office Of EMS Level II EMS Instructor
- ACLS Certified
- PALS certified
- AHA BLS Instructor
- EVOS certified
Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeFull TimeImportant To Me
Flexible work hoursCompany CultureTimeline
EMS Instructor
Central Piedmont Community College
02.1999 - Current
Firefighter /Basic EMT
City Of Charlotte Fire Department
01.1998 - 04.2022
Firefighter Paramedic
Niskayuna Fire District 1
04.1993 - 01.1998
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Schenectady County Community College