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Dexter Stewart

Houston,TX

Summary

Seasoned Paramedic and Professional Firefighter with a proven track record at the Houston Fire Department, adept in advanced life support and critical decision-making. Excelled in delivering compassionate care and improving patient outcomes through effective patient assessments and treatments. Demonstrated leadership and collaboration, enhancing team efficiency and safety in high-pressure situations.

Personable and dedicated with strong commitment to patient care and support. Possesses foundational knowledge in emergency medical care and life support procedures, alongside essential skills in patient assessment and first aid application. Geared towards making positive impact on patient outcomes and community health.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Paramedic

Houston Fire Department
10.2009 - Current
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
  • Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
  • Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
  • Provided CPR and used automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to revive patients in cardiac arrest.
  • Used defibrillators and oxygen tanks during patient care and transport, increasing chances of survival.

Professional Firefighter

Houston Fire Department
05.2007 - Current
  • Advanced firefighting skills through continuous professional development, attending workshops and conferences relevant to the field.
  • Improved team efficiency with regular training sessions and drills to maintain optimal performance during emergencies.
  • Enhanced community safety by responding to various emergency situations, including fires, medical emergencies, and hazardous materials incidents.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a crew leader on multiple occasions, guiding team members to complete tasks efficiently and safely.
  • Provided life-saving medical assistance by administering CPR or First Aid until paramedics arrived on scene.
  • Collaborated with other first responders to provide comprehensive support during crisis situations.
  • Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
  • Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
  • Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.

Education

Associate of Science - Fire Science

Houston Community College
Houston, TX
06-2014

Skills

  • Documentation and reporting
  • Advanced life support
  • Critical decision-making skills
  • Direct patient care
  • Intubation
  • Patient assessments
  • IV insertion
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Airway management
  • Patient transport
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Timeline

Paramedic

Houston Fire Department
10.2009 - Current

Professional Firefighter

Houston Fire Department
05.2007 - Current

Associate of Science - Fire Science

Houston Community College

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