Deadrick Person
Newport News,VA
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified worker offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 6 year record in field. Dedicated professional eager to create and implement successful strategies to improve organizational efficiency. Adept at utilizing data analysis to provide insights into HR initiatives. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and committed to pursuing best practices related to employee development and retention.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
Sentara Health Care
Hampton, VA
11.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, assessment findings, interventions performed, and overall condition by completing detailed reports in compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Increased team efficiency by collaborating with paramedics, firefighters, and other emergency personnel to provide seamless emergency care to patients.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
Nursing Care Partner
Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center
Williamsburg, VA
01.2023 - Current
- Educated patients about their conditions and treatment plans.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare team members regarding changes in a patient's condition or needs.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated knowledge of basic principles of wound care management including proper techniques for changing dressings.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately and timely according to established standards.
- Performed venipuncture and capillary punctures on donors to collect blood samples for testing.
- Ensured accuracy of labels attached to each sample container prior to shipment out of lab.
- Restocked supplies such as needles, gauze, tourniquets, and other necessary items for collection.
- Verified patient information against donor records prior to collecting blood samples.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area by disinfecting surfaces regularly.
- Coordinated with laboratory personnel to provide timely delivery of specimens.
Mortuary Affairs Specialist
United States Army Reserve
Camp Casey, South Korea
11.2020 - 11.2022
- Supervised the handling of deceased personnel for transfer to the central mortuary office.
- Attended funerals representing the military when required by protocol.
- Inspected facilities used for storing human remains prior to use or re-use.
- Processed paperwork associated with death benefits and entitlements due to family members of deceased personnel.
- Prepared, maintained and tracked all Mortuary Affairs personnel records.
- Disinterred remains from temporary graves and helped prepare, preserve and ship remains.
- Conducted mortuary affairs operations in accordance with applicable regulations and policies.
- Assisted with funeral arrangements, as needed, to include coordination with funeral homes and cemeteries.
- Adhered to safety protocols during handling of remains.
- Dressed, cosmetized, and casketed the deceased according to family specifications.
- Transported remains from place of death to mortuary facility.
Human Resources Specialist
United States Army
Fort Irwin
12.2017 - 12.2020
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Managed benefits administration for company-wide staff, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping.
- Conducted routine HR audits to ensure data accuracy in personnel files, payroll records, and benefit enrollments.
- Administered employee leave requests in accordance with FMLA guidelines, maintaining compliance with regulations while providing necessary accommodations for staff members.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws through regular audits and policy updates.
- Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Provided support during organizational restructuring efforts, minimizing disruptions to daily operations while ensuring fair treatment of affected employees.
- Mentored junior HR professionals in best practices for human resources management, contributing to the development of future leaders within the organization.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency by digitizing records and automating routine tasks.
Combat Medic (68W)
United States Army
Fort Irwin, CA
07.2017 - 11.2020
- Educated military personnel about disease prevention measures like proper hygiene practices.
- Stocked supplies and maintained an inventory of all medicines used during operations.
- Assessed and treated acute illnesses, injuries, and wounds while providing emergency care to patients in the field.
- Provided treatment in combat zones and health facilities.
- Organized and updated health records and clinical files.
- Took and recorded patient temperature, heart rate and blood pressure.
- Administered intravenous solutions to dehydrated soldiers.
- Operated radio systems to send messages regarding casualty evacuation requests or any other medical emergencies that arise during operations.
- Cleaned and sterilized medical equipment before and after use.
- Instructed troops on basic medical aid procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first-aid techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant
South College
Knoxville, TN12.2025
High School Diploma -
Water Valley High School
Water Valley, MS05.2017
Skills
- Catheterization
- Phlebotomy
- Wound Care
- Student Precepting
- Electronic Charting
- Treatment Preparation
- Documentation
- Patient Examination
- Care Coordination
- Instrument Sterilization
- Infection Control
- Equipment Sterilization
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Surgical Assistance
- Trauma Recovery
- Vitals Monitoring
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Direct Patient Care
- Catheter Monitoring
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Patient Care Assessment
- Diet and Nutrition
- Medication and IV Administration
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- First Aid
- Attention to Detail
- Diabetes Management
- Routine Examinations
- Critical Thinking
- Colostomy Care Familiarity
Certification
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
- ACLS
- BLS
- Defense Travel System
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Sentara Health Care
11.2023 - Current
Nursing Care Partner
Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
Mortuary Affairs Specialist
United States Army Reserve
11.2020 - 11.2022
Human Resources Specialist
United States Army
12.2017 - 12.2020
Combat Medic (68W)
United States Army
07.2017 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant
South College
High School Diploma -
Water Valley High School