Isabel Blackford
Hendersonville,North Carolina
Summary
Adept EMT-Basic with proven expertise in airway management and exceptional composure under pressure, honed at Thorne Ambulance Service. Experience in both inter-facility transport and EMS. Skilled in vital sign assessment and delivering compassionate care across diverse populations. Demonstrated success in improving patient outcomes through accurate assessments and treatments, showcasing strong problem-solving and empathy.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT-Basic
Thorne Ambulance Service
04.2024 - Current
- Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure while maintaining composure to provide the best care possible for patients experiencing traumatic events.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions during emergency situations.
- Performed medical assessments, including airway management and splinting of fractures.
- Responded to emergency medical calls, providing basic life support services in accordance with protocols.
- Performed life-saving procedures such as CPR or defibrillation when necessary to stabilize patients before transport to hospitals for further treatment.
EMT-Basic
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Facilitated seamless handoffs to hospital staff through comprehensive documentation and verbal reports of patient care provided during transport.
- Assisted paramedics with advanced life support interventions when necessary, acting as an integral part of the emergency response team.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Provided compassionate care for diverse populations including children, elderly individuals, pregnant women, and individuals with special needs during medical emergencies.
Education
Blue Ridge Community College
Hendersonville, NC 05.2024 -
Wofford College
Spartanburg, SC 08.2022 - 05.2024
Skills
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Scene Safety
- Airway Management
- Bleeding control
- Diabetic Emergencies
- Fracture Stabilization
- Spinal Immobilization
- Stroke Recognition
- Seizure Management
- Vital sign assessment
Certification
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
Timeline
Blue Ridge Community College
05.2024 -
EMT-Basic
Thorne Ambulance Service
04.2024 - Current
EMT-Basic
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
09.2023 - 09.2024
Wofford College
08.2022 - 05.2024
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
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