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Derek Skinner

Augusta,WV

Summary

Focused Paramedic with 3 years of experience. Driven to deliver excellent medical care and create strong patient rapport in challenging situations. Motivated and driven worker with proven history of compassionate care.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paramedic Field Training Officer

Hampshire County Emergency Services
Romney , WV
01.2019 - Current
  • Conducted field training for new paramedics, ensuring they had the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their duties.
  • Created comprehensive reports detailing each patient's condition prior to transport to medical facility.
  • Responded quickly and efficiently to any medical emergencies encountered while in the field.
  • Supervised paramedic interns on-site, providing feedback on their performance and areas of improvement.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals when transporting critically ill or injured patients.
  • Participated in community outreach programs designed to educate residents about basic first aid principles.
  • Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.

Telecommunicator

Hampshire County 911 Center
Romney , WV
04.2017 - 12.2018
  • Received and documented emergency calls for service from the public, providing callers with necessary information and assistance.
  • Provided pre-arrival instructions to callers regarding medical emergencies until paramedics arrived at the scene.
  • Coordinated resources among various departments in order to ensure efficient resolution of incidents.
  • Handled emergency phone calls calmly and obtained pertinent information with composed approach.

Correctional Officer

Potomac Highlands Regional Jail
Augusta, WV
09.2015 - 02.2017
  • Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans for each inmate based on assessments of their mental health needs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hampshire Highschool
Romney, WV
05-2015

Some College (No Degree) - Paramedicine

Blue Ridge Community And Technical College
Martinsburg, WV

Skills

  • Geriatric Care
  • Pediatric Care
  • Cardiac monitoring
  • Airway Management
  • Patient Assessments
  • Patient Management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Pharmacology
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Professionalism
  • Decision-Making
  • Self Motivation
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Active Listening

Certification

  • National Registered Paramedic
  • NAMSE Certified

Timeline

Paramedic Field Training Officer

Hampshire County Emergency Services
01.2019 - Current

Telecommunicator

Hampshire County 911 Center
04.2017 - 12.2018

Correctional Officer

Potomac Highlands Regional Jail
09.2015 - 02.2017

High School Diploma -

Hampshire Highschool

Some College (No Degree) - Paramedicine

Blue Ridge Community And Technical College
Derek Skinner