Elaine Cecil
Shelbyville,KY
Summary
Focused Paramedic well-versed in patient assessment and emergency care. Reliable and efficient with 5 years of quality performance in patient-facing. Accustomed to providing critical care in dynamic environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sergeant Paramedic
Shelby County Fiscal Court
08.2019 - Current
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and police officers.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
Paramedic
Henry County Fiscal Court
04.2018 - 04.2022
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Paramedicine
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY12.2020
Skills
- Advanced Lifesaving Procedures
- Patient Examination
- Documentation
- Operational Standards
- Critical Decision-Making Skills
- Leadership of crew members
Certification
ACLS, PALS, NREMT-P, BLS/CPR, BLS/CPR instructor, Sergeant, QA/QI officer, Pediatric Emergency Care Coordinator
Timeline
Sergeant Paramedic
Shelby County Fiscal Court
08.2019 - Current
Paramedic
Henry County Fiscal Court
04.2018 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Paramedicine
Eastern Kentucky University
ACLS, PALS, NREMT-P, BLS/CPR, BLS/CPR instructor, Sergeant, QA/QI officer, Pediatric Emergency Care Coordinator
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