Dewayne Ford
Tallahassee,FL
Summary
Committed Paramedic offering 2 years of a proven history of exercising strong judgment in high-pressure situations. Skilled in patient needs assessments and implementing life saving interventions. Detail-oriented and compassionate with an expansive and ever growing knowledge of effective prehospital care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter- Paramedic
Gadsden County EMS
Quincy, FL
09.2019 - Current
- Performed administrative duties in absence of the Captain
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Used ESO software to accurately document services or interventions performed.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
Firefighter
Quincy Fire Dept
Quincy , FL
02.2019 - 09.2020
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tallahassee Memory Care
Tallahassee, FL
06.2016 - 01.2019
- Medication Administration-PO, IM,SQ
- Supervised ancillary staff
- Performed lab tests and communicated results.
- Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Corizon Health
Tallahassee, FL
04.2015 - 01.2017
- Medication Administration - PO, IM, SQ
- Triaged patient issues to maximize efficiency.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Input medical histories, symptoms and vital statistics as part of the intake process.
- Performed lab tests and communicated results.
Education
Paramedic Certificate - Paramedic
Chipola College
Marianna, FL07.2020
Fire Certification - Firefighter I/II
Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee, FL05.2018
B.S - Healthcare Management
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL04.2013
Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Proven Leadership capabilities
- Providing Pre-Hospital Advanced Life Support
- Inventory Management
- In-Service Programs
- Facility, Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance
Certification
- Critical Care Paramedic
- FL Paramedic License -PMD537398
- Firefighter II Certificate of Compliance
- AHA ACLS / PALS
- EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course
Timeline
Firefighter- Paramedic
Gadsden County EMS
09.2019 - Current
Firefighter
Quincy Fire Dept
02.2019 - 09.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tallahassee Memory Care
06.2016 - 01.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
Corizon Health
04.2015 - 01.2017
Paramedic Certificate - Paramedic
Chipola College
Fire Certification - Firefighter I/II
Tallahassee Community College
B.S - Healthcare Management
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University