Hannah Sovar Knox
Sierra Vista,USA
Summary
Professional with strong foundation in emergency medical care, adept at rapid assessment and intervention. Proven track record in high-pressure situations, prioritizing effective communication and teamwork to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Recognized for adaptability and reliability, consistently meeting evolving needs of environment. Skilled in advanced life support, patient stabilization, and emergency response protocols. Trained to use IV pumps and ventilators for management of critical patients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Full Time Paramedic
Sierra Vista Fire and Medical Services
08.2020 - Current
- Under general supervision, performs a variety of emergency medical services (EMS) duties, primarily focused on 911 emergency responses, and non-emergency local transports throughout the City of Sierra Vista and Fort Huachuca
- Performs general maintenance of facility along with other crew members
- Checks tools, equipment, supplies, and materials of each ambulance to ensure that all are in proper operating condition
- Initiates pre-hospital medical care to individuals
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Provides advanced life support as a paramedic at emergency scenes
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Participates in public education/information events, such as station tours and public CPR classes
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops to stay current on best practices in pre-hospital emergency medicine.
- Coordinated with other emergency services personnel such as police officers and firefighters during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Contributed to community outreach efforts by participating in public education events on CPR, first aid, and emergency preparedness.
- Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote great patient care.
- Participates in regular training/drills
Class Aide and Instructor
Cochise College
05.2021 - 03.2025
- Obtained NAEMSE Instructor Certification to be able to teach EMT and Paramedic classes
- Act as an aide in both EMT and Paramedic classes for lead instructors
- Act as a proctor for NREMT practical testing
- Instructs ACLS, PALS, and BLS certifcation classes
- Left due to time constraints in nursing school
Per Diem Paramedic Tech
Canyon Vista Medical Center
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Reports to the Nurse Manager and works under the supervision and/or direction of a Charge Nurse or Manager
- Performs various duties assisting Staff Nurses in the treatment and care of patients in accordance with the established methods and procedures of the hospital
- Left in good standing due to time constraints after returning to college
Part-time FF/Paramedic
Whetstone Fire District
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Perform duties to maintain the station and vehicles
- Act as a Paramedic on medical calls to include driving and patient care
- Perform tasks of a wildland and structural firefighter
- 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.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Utilized technical expertise in operating specialized firefighting equipment such as aerial ladders, hydraulic extrication tools, and thermal imaging cameras.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Assisted in wildfire suppression efforts by coordinating with local, state, and federal agencies to establish containment lines and protect threatened structures.
- Promotion to Part-time FF/Paramedic from FF/EMT at Whetstone Fire District on 10 September 2019
- Dropped to volunteer in August of 2020 to begin employment with SVFMS and left the organization in 2021 in good standing
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Cochise College
09-2019
High School Diploma -
Buena High School
05.2017
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Cochise College
Sierra Vista05-2025
Skills
- Interpersonal relations
- Skilled in document and spreadsheet management
- Documentation and reporting
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
- Physical fitness and endurance
- Advanced cardiac life support instructor
- Pediatric advanced life support instructor
- Basic life support instructor
- Treatment Planning
- Mass casualty incident response
- HIPAA compliance
Accomplishments
● Twenty Under 40 Sierra Vista Herald 2021
● Paramedic of the year for Sierra Vista Fire and Medical Services in 2021
Certification
- Paramedic- AZDHS and NREMT certified
- PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor
- PALS- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Instructor
- BLS- Basic Life Support Instructor
- EPC- Emergency Pediatric Care
- NRP- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementCompany CulturePersonal development programsWork-life balanceTimeline
Per Diem Paramedic Tech
Canyon Vista Medical Center
01.2022 - 05.2022
Class Aide and Instructor
Cochise College
05.2021 - 03.2025
Full Time Paramedic
Sierra Vista Fire and Medical Services
08.2020 - Current
Part-time FF/Paramedic
Whetstone Fire District
05.2019 - 08.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Cochise College
High School Diploma -
Buena High School
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Cochise College
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