Hi, I’m
James V. DePaolo Jr.
Paramedic
Staten Island,United States
Summary
Proactive Emergency Medical Technician aiming to secure an opportunity to leverage commitment, compassion and reasoned thinking. Strong aptitude for executing quality care in high-pressure situations. Ability to operate in stressful environments while still providing exceptional patient care. Experience in the NYC 911 field with current employment in the Brooklyn South and Brooklyn Central response areas. Eager to utilize knowledge of pre-hospital emergency medicine and in-hospital EMS experience in order to add a new team-oriented provider.
Overview
8
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Maimonides Medical CenterBrooklyn, NY
Paramedic
04.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Executed advanced life support interventions to stabilize critically ill patients.
- Directed emergency response initiatives in collaboration with healthcare teams to optimize patient care delivery.
- Oversaw vital sign monitoring and conducted continuous assessments during patient transport to medical facilities.
- Facilitated collaboration with physicians and nurses to design comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Provided compassionate care to patients experiencing diverse medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Administered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) in high-pressure situations.
- Enhanced patient outcomes through timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Executed accurate documentation of patient care utilizing electronic medical records software to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Cultivated strong relationships with coworkers and local hospital staff to enhance patient care efficiency.
Center for Allied Heath EducationNew York, NY
Paramedic Lab Instructor
08.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Conducted training sessions for new paramedics on established protocols, procedures, and emergency response techniques.
- Guided junior staff in professional development and ensured adherence to best practices in patient care.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development through conferences and workshops to enhance expertise in pre-hospital emergency medicine.
- Advocated for health equity by delivering culturally sensitive care tailored to diverse populations.
- Facilitated student instruction in laboratory techniques, emphasizing safety and adherence to protocols.
- Evaluated student performance through comprehensive assessments and delivered constructive feedback for enhancement.
- Partnered with faculty to develop curriculum that meets contemporary industry standards.
- Guided junior instructors in implementing effective teaching strategies and optimizing laboratory management practices.
- Modified instructional strategies to enhance engagement among diverse learners.
- Enhanced educational content by integrating recent discoveries and case studies into lesson plans.
- Oversaw maintenance of accurate student progress records and updated gradebooks consistently.
- Facilitated enhanced student comprehension of complex scientific concepts through hands-on experiments and demonstrations.
- Orchestrated collaborative group work among students to enhance teamwork skills.
Richmond County AmbulanceStaten Island, NY
Logistics Supervisor
02.2023 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Directed daily logistics operations to ensure timely shipment and delivery of goods.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to enhance stock level optimization and minimize discrepancies.
- Spearheaded process improvements to optimize efficiency in supply chain operations.
- Facilitated training and mentorship for team members on logistics best practices and safety protocols.
- Oversaw EMS response operations and provided guidance to EMS crews during daily activities.
Technical Institute for Medical Emergencies and RescueStaten Island, NY
Senior Instructor
08.2018 - 10.2024
Job overview
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for emergency medical responders.
- Coordinated hands-on simulations to enhance practical skills and knowledge retention.
- Led workshops on advanced life support techniques, fostering team collaboration and learning.
- Mentored junior instructors, providing guidance on curriculum delivery and instructional methods.
Education
New York Methodist Hospital, Center For Allied Health EducationBrooklyn, NY, United States
from Paramedic
01.2024
TIMER EMTStaten Island, NY, US
from Emergency Medical Technician
01.2018
The University of Texas at San AntonioSan Antonio, TX, United States
from Political Science, Communications and Aerospace Studies
01.2018
St. John's UniversityJamaica, NY, United States
from Italian
University Overview
Credit Hours - 3, Italian I
St. Joseph, Sea High SchoolStaten, NY
01.2017
University Overview
GPA: 3.0
Skills
Language - English and basic Italian, read and write
Leadership - Eagle Scout, National Leadership Training staff member
Personnel Management - RCA Ambulance Logistics Supervisor, University of Texas Air Force ROTC Cadet, Wing GMCA 2018
Experience - 911 Participating EMT-P with MMC EMS in Brooklyn South and Brooklyn Central response areas, CAHE Paramedic Skills Instructor, Technical Institute for Medical Emergency and Rescue (TIMER) Senior Intern Instructor, 1 year of ED Based EMS, AHA BLS Instructor
Paramedic Clinical/Educational & NYC 911 EMT Experience - Knowledge of BLS/ALS protocols and procedure in a clinical environment Numerous hours of field and clinical rotations providing a solid base of experience to effectively instruct required skills and knowledge
Certification
- Nationally Registered Paramedic - NREMT
- New York State Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic
- New York City REMAC Certified Paramedic
- American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support and Heartsaver Instructor
- American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Advanced Pediatric Life Support
- NAEMT Member and PHTLS Certified
- Stop-the-Bleed Instructor
Activities and Honors
- NYC Mayors Office - Proclamation of Service | Response to Brooklyn Mass Subway Shooting
- FDNY EMS - Meritorious Act Medal | Brooklyn Mass Subway Shooting
- Frank W. Geib Memorial Award, EMT Student Award 2019
- Eagle Scout - Boy Scouts of America (BSA) Achieved 2014
- Order of the Arrow, BSA National Honor Society Inducted 2012
- President's Award for Educational Excellence 2013
- Congress of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists Alumni 2014 - Present
- National Society of the Torch & Laurel 2014 - 2021
- North Shore Rescue Squad - Paramedic, Field Training Officer, QA/QI Spec
- Volunteer Heart Ambulance EMT - 700+ Volunteer Hours
- Volunteer Heart Ambulance Crew Chief - 400+ Volunteer Hours
Leadership Experience
- BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA | 09/2010 - Current
- BSA
- Eagle Scout | Class of 2014
- Junior Assistant Scoutmaster
- LOGISTICS SUPERVISOR | 03/2023 - 07/2023
- Richmond County Ambulance - Staten Island, NY
- AIR FORCE RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS (ROTC) | 08/2017 - 12/2018
- University of Texas at San Antonio Air Force ROTC, Detachment 842 Cadet
- NYLT STAFF MEMBER - SENIOR STAFF AND TROOP GUIDE | 01/2015 - 08/2016
- National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) Staff Member
Timeline
Paramedic Lab Instructor
Center for Allied Heath Education
08.2025 - Current
Logistics Supervisor
Richmond County Ambulance
02.2023 - 07.2023
Paramedic
Maimonides Medical Center
04.2020 - Current
Senior Instructor
Technical Institute for Medical Emergencies and Rescue
08.2018 - 10.2024
New York Methodist Hospital, Center For Allied Health Education
from Paramedic
TIMER EMT
from Emergency Medical Technician
The University of Texas at San Antonio
from Political Science, Communications and Aerospace Studies
St. John's University
from Italian