James Pratt
Meadville,PA
Summary
I am a 48 year member of the fire service wishing to share my experiences with others interested in emergency services. I have been a state instructor since 2010. With this I have taught many classes over the years. I am always willing to take more classes to stay current with the changing times.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PA State Fire Instructor
PA State Fire Academy
Lewistown, PA
05.2010 - Current
- Optimized training curriculum while utilizing instructional techniques, team exercises, group discussions, and lectures.
- Conducted classroom instruction, field demonstrations, and practical exercises to teach skills related to hazardous materials.
- Demonstrated how to properly operate equipment used by firefighters in the field.
- Applied variety of instructional resources to meet needs of students with varying backgrounds and learning styles.
Flight Nurse
STAT MedEvac
Pittsburgh, PA
10.2008 - 12.2022
- Adjusted therapies during transport to respond to changes in patient outcomes.
- Restocked flight bags and cleaned and maintained aircraft equipment to prepare for next flight.
- Communicated effectively with interdisciplinary team members on the ground to facilitate continuity of care upon arrival at destination facility.
- Completed documentation of all patient care activities in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Spoke in calm tones to patients, explaining tasks being performed to keep anxiety levels low.
- Provided emotional support to families and caregivers who were accompanying patients during flight transports.
Registered Nurse
Hamot Medical Center
Erie, PA
07.2005 - 07.2010
- Assisted with pre-operative and post-operative care of patients undergoing cardiovascular surgeries.
- Administered intravenous medications according to physician orders and monitored for adverse reactions.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients during difficult times.
- Responded swiftly in emergency situations related to cardiac arrest or respiratory failure.
- Maintained accurate medical records on all assigned patients using the Electronic Medical Record system.
Education
Nursing
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA06-2005
Skills
- Fire Suppression Techniques
- Emergency Response Coordination
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Problem-Solving
- Student Mentoring
Certification
Hazardous Materials Awareness Level Pro Board 8-28-13
Hazardous Materials Core Operations Level Pro Board 8-28-13
Hazardous Materials Operation level Pro Board 8-28-13
Timeline
PA State Fire Instructor
PA State Fire Academy
05.2010 - Current
Flight Nurse
STAT MedEvac
10.2008 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse
Hamot Medical Center
07.2005 - 07.2010
Nursing
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
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