James Norwood
Warrenton,NC
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in emergency medical services and education. Recognized for exceptional critical decision-making and public speaking skills. Committed to fostering collaboration among departments to improve service delivery and program outcomes.
Experienced with coordinating program operations and administrative tasks to ensure efficient workflow. Utilizes organizational skills and effective communication to support team objectives. Knowledge of managing schedules, coordinating events, and fostering collaboration among team members.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire/EMS Program Assisstant
Vance-granville Community College
Henderson, NC
07.2018 - Current
- Coordinated student services programs to enhance academic support and engagement.
- Developed training materials for staff to improve program delivery and effectiveness.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for events, ensuring seamless execution and participant satisfaction.
- Collaborated with faculty to streamline communication between departments for improved service delivery.
- Assisted in the evaluation of program outcomes, contributing to data-driven decision-making processes.
- Implemented centralized record-keeping system to improve overall data accuracy and accessibility for team members.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
INstructor
Vance-granville Community College
Henderson, NC
07.2009 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Delivered instruction in various subjects, adapting methods to meet diverse learner needs.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with faculty to design curriculum that aligns with educational standards and goals.
Paramedic
Vance County Fir and EMS
Henderson NC
2012 - 2018
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in high-stress situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Operated advanced life support equipment during critical interventions.
- Conducted patient assessments to determine medical needs and priorities.
- Trained new paramedics on protocols and emergency response techniques.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for compliance purposes.
- Responded swiftly to emergency calls, ensuring timely arrival at scenes.
Paramedic
Warren County EMS
Warrenton NC
2006 - 2012
- 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.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- 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.
- Performed thorough vehicle inspections before and after shifts to maintain operational readiness and ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Truck Driver
Self Employed
Warrenton NC
1999 - 2006
- Operated commercial vehicles safely across various routes to deliver goods efficiently.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, vehicle inspections, and maintenance records.
- Managed loading and unloading processes to ensure timely deliveries and compliance with safety standards.
- Demonstrated knowledge of local traffic laws and regulations to minimize risks during transportation.
- Adapted quickly to changing delivery schedules and route adjustments as required by clients.
Education
Certification - Paramedic
Vance-Granville Community College
Henderson, NC2007
High School Diploma -
Vance Sr High
Henderson NC06-1986
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking and organization
- Data entry
- Scheduling management
- Strong communication skills
- Public speaking
- Class instruction
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Expertise in subject matter
- Critical decision-making skills
- Advanced life support
- Documentation and reporting
- Direct patient care
- Patient management
- Patient assessments
- Emergency management
Certification
Paramedic
Paramedic Instructor level1
National Registry Paramedic
Timeline
Fire/EMS Program Assisstant
Vance-granville Community College
07.2018 - Current
INstructor
Vance-granville Community College
07.2009 - Current
Paramedic
Vance County Fir and EMS
2012 - 2018
Paramedic
Warren County EMS
2006 - 2012
Truck Driver
Self Employed
1999 - 2006
Certification - Paramedic
Vance-Granville Community College
High School Diploma -
Vance Sr High