Dennis Regan
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Seasoned Paramedic with a robust background at American Medical Response, AMR, showcasing exceptional critical decision-making and patient examination skills. Expert in managing high-stakes emergencies, including cardiac and trauma cases, and excelling in patient care through advanced life support and CPR. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes and maintaining high safety standards.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
American Medical Response, AMR
Las Vegas, NV
07.1990 - Current
- Administered oxygen therapy, intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by physician protocols.
- Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
- Testified in court regarding circumstances of paramedic calls and gave depositions.
- Transported patients from accident scenes or hospital settings to medical facilities in a safe manner.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Inserted IVs and administered oral and injectable medications.
- Presented paramedic basics at schools, cardiopulmonary resuscitation classes, civic groups and public safety agencies.
- Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.
- Attended training sessions, maintained required certifications and kept current in lifesaving techniques and technologies.
- Performed emergency life support and treated sick and injured persons at remote locations.
- Performed CPR and used defibrillator on cardiac patients.
- Documented care provided to patients into reports for submission to supervisor.
- Utilized proper safety precautions when handling hazardous materials or infectious substances.
- Recorded detailed notes about patient condition before arrival at hospital facility for documentation purposes.
- Participated in drills related to disaster preparedness scenarios that included triage assessments.
- Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
- Collaborated with colleagues on shared cases to provide comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Educated patients on proper use of medications, disease prevention methods and self-care techniques.
- Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
Education
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV06-2007
Skills
- Care triage
- Patient examination
- Hazardous materials awareness
- Obstetric emergencies
- Mental health crisis management
- Field patient assessments
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Intubation
- Stroke management
- CPR
Affiliations
- golfing, fishing, hiking, motor sports, trap shooting, football, baseball
- urban gardening
- music
Certification
- National Fire Academy Instructional Techniques for Company Officers. Las Vegas Fire Department. May 92
- Basic Life Support Instructor
- Advanced Cardiac Life Instructor
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Instructor
- Advanced Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- National Registry of EMT Paramedic
- State of Nevada Primary Paramedic Instructor
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certificate ICS 100, ICS 200, IS-00700.b, IS-00800.c, IS-00907
Accomplishments
- Rotary Cub of Laughlin, NV. Distinguished Service Award Quarter 1, 2023
- Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce Customer Service Excellence Award
- Numerous Life Saving Awards
Timeline
Paramedic
American Medical Response, AMR
07.1990 - Current
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
College of Southern Nevada
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