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Life saving for most lives saved in one year
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Jackie Fritts

Jackie Fritts

Summary

Dynamic Paramedic Lead with extensive experience at in EMS, skilled in advanced life support and emergency response. Proven ability to adapt treatment plans under pressure while maintaining effective communication with patients and medical teams. Recognized for exceptional patient care and successful triage in high-stress and high call volume environments, ensuring optimal outcomes. Always with a smile!

I am a focused Paramedic, well-versed in patient assessment and emergency care. Reliable and efficient with 20+ years of quality performance in patient-facing situations. Accustomed to providing critical care in dynamic environments.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Paramedic Lead

Pafford EMS
09.2024 - 06.2025
  • Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • 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.
  • Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
  • Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
  • Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
  • Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation. Rural based EMS with LONG transport times.
  • Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
  • Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
  • Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
  • Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
  • Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
  • Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
  • Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
  • Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
  • Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.

Paramedic

Best Practice Medicine
04.2023 - 09.2023
  • 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.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.

Travel Paramedic

Pafford EMS
12.2020 - 03.2023
  • COVID HOSPITAL AND EMS EMERGENCY CARE.
  • Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
  • Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
  • Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
  • Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
  • Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.

Travel Paramedic

Acadian Ambulance
05.2020 - 12.2020
  • Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
  • Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.

Dental Receptionist/Surgical Dental Assistant

Sallisaw Dental Clinic
11.2018 - 06.2020

While here. I started as reception, but after 6 months moved to dental assistant.

  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Greeted visitors and patients to determine needs, check appointments, and direct accordingly.
  • Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
  • Prepared insurance claim forms, explained benefits, and outlined pricing details for procedures and services.
  • Understood dental terminology and insurance breakdowns to communicate with external stakeholders.
  • Managed patient billing processes for timely, accurate payments.
  • Completed new patient registrations in software to create accurate and comprehensive records.
  • Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.

Owner

Cedar and Sage Equine Service
02.2014 - 11.2018
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Scheduled farrier and vet appointments regularly.
  • Prepared horses for specific competitions or tasks.
  • Inspected, prepared, cleaned, disinfected, and maintained comfortable horse stable and enclosures.
  • Advised students on standard riding gear, proper use and basic care and maintenance.
  • Fit gear for horses and specific riders.
  • Taught students show jumping, eventing, and dressage, drilling technique and driving improvement through constructive criticism.
  • Coached and trained students in basic care and maintenance of horses and stables in addition to riding technique, form, and skills.
  • Instilled basics of horsemanship and riding in beginners, first-time or occasional riders, refining knowledge, and skills of more advanced riders.
  • Provided treatment for minor horse injuries.
  • Instructed students in horsemanship and specific riding skills in both English and Western riding styles.
  • Monitored horses health and statuses before races or competitions.
  • Rode horses in training sessions and provided feedback on track performance.

Tactical Remote Paramedic

DYNCORP International, US ARMY BASE, LOGCAP IV
01.2011 - 07.2013

While in theater, I designed, and created a 5 bay clinic with 2 bed trauma bay. Implemented emergency routs and designations on base.

I was armed and moved on and off base for supplies or medic mission.

  • Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
  • Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
  • Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
  • Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
  • Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
  • Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
  • Transferred patients safely and securely to medical evacuation for continued care.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic

Bossier Parish Community College
Bossier City, LA
05-2003

Skills

  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • CEVO
  • PALS
  • PHTLS
  • Firefighter I & II
  • Hazardous Material Operations
  • Treatment Planning
  • Safety protocols
  • IV insertion & medication administration
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Direct patient care
  • Maintenance
  • Vital sign assessment
  • Mass casualty incident response
  • Emergency response
  • Medical history collection
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Lifesaving measures

  • Emergency vehicle upkeep
  • Emergency management
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Seizure management
  • Patient transport
  • Intubation
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Pediatric advanced life support
  • Medication administration
  • Bedside reporting
  • Medical data acquisition
  • Patient immobilization
  • Patient examination
  • Ambulance transfer
  • Field patient assessments
  • Airway management
  • Life support management
  • Pre-hospital care

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Army Safety Guardian Award through effectively helping with total clinical set up and reductions of mortality and morbidity in theater.
  • Achieved the award of VALOR through working with and saving Army personnel by direct acts.

Life saving for most lives saved in one year

While working for Caddo Fire District, Shreveport, LA. I was blessed to be a part of the smoothest running crew. I work 40 cardiac arrest calls in 2006. As paramedic lead, we got ROSC in 31 patients. Long term, 26 of those patients went on to live normal lives. Due to this, I was awarded the Louisiana EMS Leader of the year. I also received a Valor award for, "Above and Beyond the call of duty" for pulling 2 teens from a burning car while off duty.

Certification

  • Paramedic
  • NREMT-P
  • PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • BLS

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Paramedic Lead

Pafford EMS
09.2024 - 06.2025

Paramedic

Best Practice Medicine
04.2023 - 09.2023

Travel Paramedic

Pafford EMS
12.2020 - 03.2023

Travel Paramedic

Acadian Ambulance
05.2020 - 12.2020

Dental Receptionist/Surgical Dental Assistant

Sallisaw Dental Clinic
11.2018 - 06.2020

Owner

Cedar and Sage Equine Service
02.2014 - 11.2018

Tactical Remote Paramedic

DYNCORP International, US ARMY BASE, LOGCAP IV
01.2011 - 07.2013

Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic

Bossier Parish Community College