Dennis Vess
Old Fort,NC
Summary
Resilient Emergency Medical Technician delivering compassionate care and respect to every patient. Expert at responding to emergency calls and offering services ranging from cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to wound treatment. Effective communicator with a calm demeanor. Reliable professional held in high regard as paramedic of several years. Safety-conscious and hardworking with skills in effective communication, patient support and medication administration. Delivering highest level of patient care on every call.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
McDowell County EMS
Marion, NC
11.2022 - Current
- Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
- Obtained details regarding patient by questioning family members and bystanders.
- Calmed patients by carefully explaining each step and remaining composed.
- Evaluated patient response to treatments administered during transport to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Organized supplies for ambulance runs including IV solutions, airway management equipment and medication kits.
- Monitored vital signs of patients and communicated changes to physicians or nurses in a timely manner.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
EMT-Basic
McDowell County
Marion, NC
02.2022 - Current
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
- Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
- Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety of first responders.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Asked patients questions about over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drug activity to identify side effects or signs of overdose.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
- Delivered emergency care to individuals involved in motor vehicle accidents, falls and other incidents to provide time-sensitive management of acute illness or injury.
- Trained new hires by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
- Evaluated patients at accident scenes to screen, assess and treat significant injuries.
EMT-Basic
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
Asheville, NC
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Administered medications and life-saving treatment under supervision of paramedics.
- Transported patients safely to minimize discomfort and prevent further injury.
- Replaced linens and blankets and restocked supplies in ambulance to prepare team for next service.
- Reported abnormal changes in patient's physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff for re-evaluation.
- Communicated with dispatchers or treatment center personnel to exchange information and arrange patient intake.
- Observed, recorded and reported patients' condition or injury and treatment provided.
- Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
- Collaborated with team members and other first responders, ensuring consistent communication to maintain order and efficient care delivery.
- Evaluated illnesses or injuries to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
Operator
Metropolitan Sewer District
Woodfin , NC
06.2020 - 12.2021
- Prepared machines to begin production cycles and properly adjusted settings.
- Performed calibration on machines when needed.
- Worked with chemicals and raw materials.
- I also have all my hazardous waste certificates.
Business Owner
Myself
Ashville Nc, NC
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
- Resolved issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision making.
- Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve bottom-line profitability.
- Kept up-to-date on regulatory changes affecting business operations.
- Developed business and marketing plans and prepared monthly financial reports.
- Directed implementation of strategic business plans to achieve goals and objectives.
- Assessed business operations to implement realistic annual budget.
Education
Paramedicine
McDowell Technical Community College
McDowell NC12-2023
EMT -
AB Tech
Madison Nc12.2021
GED -
Mcdowell High School
Marion, NC09.2018
Skills
- QA inspections proficiency
- Safety Protocols
- Interpreting blueprints
- Experience adjusting machine parts
- Experience operating complex machinery
- Equipment assembly
- Equipment operation
- Assembly procedures
- Customer service
- Work ethic
- Organizational skills
- Teambuilding
- IV setup
- Vital sign assessment
- Emergency Response
- Respiratory care assessment
- Critical decision-making skills
- Ambulance transport
- CPR and First Aid
- Field patient assessments
- Patient evaluations
- Emergency management
- Scene assessments
- Dispatch communication protocols
- Defibrillation and resuscitation
Certifications
CPR certification
ITLS
CIT Certification
Hazardous waste certification
Waste water certification
Emergency vehicles certification
ICS 100
ICS 200
ICS 700
ICS 800
Exam
NC State EMT Qualification
License
Commercial drivers license class B
Timeline
Paramedic
McDowell County EMS
11.2022 - Current
EMT-Basic
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
08.2022 - 01.2023
EMT-Basic
McDowell County
02.2022 - Current
Operator
Metropolitan Sewer District
06.2020 - 12.2021
Business Owner
Myself
07.2019 - 05.2020
EMT -
AB Tech
GED -
Mcdowell High School
Paramedicine
McDowell Technical Community College
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