Hunter Fontenot
CHURCH POINT,Louisiana
Summary
Resourceful Paramedic offering 12 years of experience handling medical emergencies. Expertise in monitoring cardiac conditions and EKG readings and executing placement of peripheral, central and intraosseous lines. In-depth knowledge of testing, maintaining and using medical and rescue equipment. Quick-witted professional committed to providing patient-focused delivery of care and treatment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Acadian Ambulance
Lafayette, LA
05.2010 - Current
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- 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.
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Used Software to accurately document services provided to reduce liability and improve patient care.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
Education
Paramedic - Emergency Medical Technology
National EMS Academy
CarencroSkills
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Emergency Diagnostics
- Patient Condition Observation
- Treatment Center Communication
- Police and Fire Coordination
- First Aid
- Patient Immobilization
- Prehospital Care
- Vital Sign Assessment
- Basic Trauma Life Support
- Spinal Demobilization Devices
- Medical Procedure Prioritization
- Stretcher and Backboard Use
- Emergency Vehicle Driving
- Injury and Illness Treatment
- Ambulance Transport
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Emergency Patient Triage
- Cardiac Arrest
- Life Support Technique Skills
- Heart Monitoring
- Patient Assessments
- Adaptable Under Pressure
- Medical Emergency Response
- Injury Monitoring
- Intravenous Injections
- Endotracheal Intubation
- IV Insertion
- Medical History Recording
- NARCAN Protocol
Timeline
Paramedic
Acadian Ambulance
05.2010 - Current
Paramedic - Emergency Medical Technology
National EMS Academy
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