Devin Branham

Utilized as a staff nurse in charge of total patient care with an expanded scope of clinical practice.

Initiate and manage blood transfusions, ventilators, central invasive lines, foley and rectal catheters, medication and fluid infusions, intubations, chest tube placement and management, surgical airway placement and management.

Responsible for medication reconcentrations, formulations, and reconciliations while on duty.

Responsible for accurate, on time clinical documentation and EPCR completion in a timely manner.

• Contributed to overall operational efficiency by anticipating staffing needs and proactively arranging coverage for absences or vacations.
• Managed conflict resolution among team members, promoting open dialogue and fairness in decisionmaking.
• Provided excellent customer service during high-pressure situations, maintaining professionalism and empathy at all times.
• Evaluated resource allocation during peak periods to ensure adequate staffing levels without compromising quality of service.
• Developed strong relationships with staff, fostering a supportive and collaborative atmosphere.
• Coordinated training initiatives for new hires or current employees seeking additional skills development.

• Streamlined documentation processes by accurately recording patient information during transport, ensuring seamless transfer of care upon arrival at hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
• Built rapport with local law enforcement agencies through frequent collaboration on scene management tasks, fostering cooperation among first responders during emergencies.
• Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
• Collaborated with hospital and facility staff to provide correct patient treatments.
• Managed critical interventions such as Ventilators, Cardiac Monitors, Medication infusions, Central Lines, Arterial Lines, Foley catheters, Blood Products.

• Compile a yearly quality assurance evaluation schedule on call demographics to be reviewed
• Review carts on all cardiac and respiratory arrest as well as all calls in which rapid sequence intubation techniques were performed in accordance with tennessee state regulations
• Evaluate all clinical practices performed by staff members and insure that they meet the standard of care set forth by administration and our service medical director
• Recommend and formulate remediation plans for employees who fall short of their proficiencies
• Ensure that documentation is complete and submitted to billing within the 72hr mandatory window set forth by the state
• Assign as relief supervisor when regular shift supervisor is not on duty
• Coordinates all interfacility and out of county transports while on duty
• Backfills schedule when crew call out

• Responsible of all disciplinary action while on duty
• Handle all customer and facility complaints and issues while on duty
• Coordinates with service director in the case of crew or patient injuries
• Managed emergency situations with confidence and poise, including triage of multiple patients
• Coordinated with hospitals prior to patient arrival regarding destination status and availability
• Actively participated in continuing education programs to stay current on best practices for paramedicine
• Served as an advocate for patients' rights by upholding ethical standards in all areas of care delivery
• Collaborated with other paramedics to ensure the highest quality of care was provided to all patients
• Demonstrated proficiency in airway management techniques, such as intubation and oxygen administration
• Completed accurate documentation of each call upon completion using electronic health records systems
• Participated actively in team meetings designed to evaluate current practices and improve overall quality of service provided
• Established effective working relationships with fellow staff members through cooperative teamwork efforts
• Conducted patient assessments at scene of accident or illness utilizing knowledge of anatomy and physiology gained through extensive training and experience
• Maintained accurate medical records for all treatments provided to patients in accordance with protocols established by the organization
• Proficiently operated a variety of medical equipment such as oxygen delivery systems, cardiac monitors, ventilators and intravenous pumps
• Continuously updated professional knowledge base by attending educational seminars related to critical care paramedicine
• Administered medications within scope of practice according to established protocols
• Monitored patient progress throughout transport process and updated medical records accordingly
• Responded quickly to emergency calls from dispatch centers across multiple jurisdictions
• Coordinated with hospitals prior to patient arrival regarding destination status and availability
• Completed accurate documentation of each call upon completion using electronic health records systems
• Actively participated in continuing education programs to stay current on best practices for paramedicine
• Provided support and guidance to less experienced staff members through mentorship activities
• Initiated appropriate interventions for acute medical conditions based on established protocols
• Coordinated with hospitals staff members upon arrival of patient at receiving facility
• Participated in continuing education courses in order stay abreast of the latest advancements in emergency medicine
• Maintained accurate documentation of all treatments administered during shifts using computer systems
• Attended regular team meetings for discussion of new policies and procedures
• Performed patient assessments to determine the best course of treatment for a variety of injuries and illnesses