Demarcus shaw
Summary
Resourceful Paramedic 10 years of experience handling medical emergencies. Expertise in monitoring cardiac conditions and EKG readings and executing placement of peripheral, central and intraosseous lines. In-depth knowledge of testing, maintaining, and using medical and rescue equipment. Quick-witted professional committed to providing patient-focused delivery of care and treatment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Texas Motor Speedway
01.2022 - Current
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- 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.
Firefighter/Paramedic
Desoto Fire Department
01.2019 - Current
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
- Used defibrillators and oxygen tanks during patient care and transport, increasing chances of survival.
- Placed patients on backboards or stretchers to safely load into ambulance.
- Reduced candidate wait times by efficiently coordinating multiple interviews in parallel.
- Enhanced applicant experience by providing efficient and professional interview scheduling services.
- Managed high-volume interview schedules while maintaining strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Supported hiring managers in preparing relevant interview materials, contributing to more effective evaluations of candidates.
Emt
east texas medical center
05.2016 - Current
- Administered medical care to injured people, providing CPR, first aid, as well as other emergency responses
- Trained over 15 EMT/Paramedic students, provided leadership and skills needed to assess situations before implementing care
- Presented emergency medical procedures to various groups including boy scouts and local businesses.
volunteer firefighter
flint gresham firedepartment
08.2014 - 12.2014
- Assessed conditions and responded promptly to contain fires, help victims, ensured the safety of the community
- Inspect firefighting equipment and hydrants with team members, helped in performing minor maintenance to minimized malfunctions
- Assisted paramedics in providing first emergency response
- Successfully assisted in controlling fires with strategic planning and quick-thinking skills.
Education
fire science and technology -
tyler junior college
general studies -
tyler junior college
12.2013
Skills
- Able to assess the situation and execute fires
- Team player
- CPR/First Aid/AED
- Fire Certification
- Medical Terminology
- Fire Prevention/Safety conscious
- Strategic planner/Critical thinker
- EMT Certification
- Documentation And Reporting
- Advanced Life Support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Management
- Intubation
- Patient Assessments
- Intravenous therapy
- Emergency Management
- Pre-hospital Care
- Stroke Management
- Emergency Response
- Vital sign assessment
- Patient Examination
- Scene safety assessment
- Vital Assessments
- Triaging
- Vital signs monitoring
- Mass Casualty Incident Response
- Burn Treatment
- Spinal Immobilization
- Diabetic Emergencies
- Patient Immobilization
- Seizure Management
- Advanced Lifesaving Procedures
- Prehospital Care
- CPR/AED
- Paramedic
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Oxygen Equipment
- First Aid
- Stretcher and Backboard Use
- Dispatcher Communication
- Emotional Support
- Police and Fire Coordination
- Injury and Illness Treatment
- Ambulance driving
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
- Basic Trauma Life Support
- Treatment Documentation
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Allergic reaction management
- Geriatric Emergency Care
- Safety Protocols
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- IV Insertion
- Airway Management
- Medication Administration
- Emergency Diagnostics
- Fracture Stabilization
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Cardiac Defibrillation
Activities
Volunteered for East Texas Food Bank
Timeline
Paramedic
Texas Motor Speedway
01.2022 - Current
Firefighter/Paramedic
Desoto Fire Department
01.2019 - Current
Emt
east texas medical center
05.2016 - Current
volunteer firefighter
flint gresham firedepartment
08.2014 - 12.2014
fire science and technology -
tyler junior college
general studies -
tyler junior college
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