Erin Eason
Meridianville
Summary
Dedicated paramedic with over 9 years of experience in emergency medical services, specializing in critical care and patient stabilization. Expertise in rapid assessment, advanced life support techniques, and effective communication within high-pressure environments ensures optimal patient outcomes during emergencies. Recognized for adaptability and resourcefulness, consistently meeting the evolving needs of dynamic situations while maintaining a strong focus on patient safety and well-being. Proficient in monitoring cardiac conditions, executing complex medical interventions, and utilizing advanced rescue equipment to support comprehensive patient care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
HH EMS/ HEMSI
10.2016 - Current
- Administer first aid treatment or life saving care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings.
- Administer medications within the paramedic scope via IV, IM and oral.
- Run a mega code as the primary paramedic
- Operate and maintain advanced life support equipment effectively.
- Administer emergency medical care during critical situations.
- Assess patient conditions and provide appropriate treatment interventions.
- Immobilize patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport, using backboard or other spinal immobilization device.
- Observe, record, and report to physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to medications or treatment.
- Provided excellent patient care to scared and sick persons.
- Excelled in working with a team in emergency situations.
- Drove an ambulance under normal and high stressed situations.
- Cleaned, stocked and organized the ambulance every shift.
- Able to work calmly in high stressed situations.
- Work 12 hours shift.
- Experience in trauma, psychiatric and medical patients.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient transitions.
- Train and mentor junior paramedics on protocols and procedures.
- Develop response strategies that enhance operational efficiency in emergencies.
- 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Streamlined patient handoff processes at hospitals by clearly communicating relevant information to receiving staff, ensuring seamless continuity of care.
- Assisted in training new paramedics by serving as a preceptor and sharing clinical expertise during ridealongs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops to stay current on best practices in pre-hospital emergency medicine.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Increased survival rates with rapid recognition of life-threatening conditions and swift initiation of appropriate interventions.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Managed challenging or combative patients using de-escalation techniques and appropriate physical restraints when necessary, prioritizing safety for both the patient and medical team.
- Promoted health equity within the community by offering culturally sensitive care to diverse populations while respecting individual preferences or needs.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Performed thorough vehicle inspections before and after shifts to maintain operational readiness and ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Reduced response times by maintaining thorough knowledge of local geography and navigation routes.
Operations Manager
Acupuncture and Wellness Center
09.2010 - 05.2016
- Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records.
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.
- Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height.
- Opened and closed the clinic
- Preformed procedures such as lancing, cupping, tens unit and heat therapy.
- Cleaned and sanitized the rooms.
- Managed patient care and performed new patient intakes.
- Made the schedule for other employees.
- Worked directly with the doctor on procedures and bringing in new patients.
Front desk
Planet Fitness
12.2014 - 10.2015
- Enforce rules and regulations of recreational facilities to maintain discipline and ensure safety.
- Manage the daily operations of recreational facilities.
- Administer first aid according to prescribed procedures, and notify emergency medical personnel when necessary.
- Opened new accounts for new members.
- Closed accounts.
- Handled money and closing out the cash draw.
- Handled member complaints.
- Cleaned and sanitized the gym.
- Helped members with exercise and nutritional questions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Calhoun Community College
Tanner, AL05-2024
EMT - undefined
Calhoun Community College
Decatur, Alabama02.2016
High School Diploma - undefined
East Limestone Highschool
Athens, Alabama05.2004
Skills
- Customer Service
- Medical and Trauma
- Project Manager
- Documentation and reporting
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Bedside reporting
- Patient management
- Intubation
- Patient assessments
- IV insertion
- Intravenous therapy
- Airway management
- Pre-hospital care
Certification
- Paramedic
- ACLS
- ITLS
- PALS
- CPR
Timeline
Paramedic
HH EMS/ HEMSI
10.2016 - Current
Front desk
Planet Fitness
12.2014 - 10.2015
Operations Manager
Acupuncture and Wellness Center
09.2010 - 05.2016
EMT - undefined
Calhoun Community College
High School Diploma - undefined
East Limestone Highschool
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Calhoun Community College