James Edwards
Greeley,CO
Summary
Dedicated EMS professional pursuing a Bachelor's in Public Safety, demonstrating over 6 years of hands-on experience in emergency medical services. Expertise in advanced life support and effective patient assessment, complemented by a commitment to community safety and ongoing education.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
StaffDash
Houstan, TX
04.2025 - Current
- Responded promptly to emergency calls and assessed patient conditions.
- Executed critical patient transport over long distances, ensuring safety during extended drives
- Adhered to protocols and procedures ensuring safety for patients and paramedic crew during emergencies.
- Educated patients and families on health management and safety practices to empower informed decision-making.
Paramedic
Grand County Emergency Medical Services
Grand County, CO
04.2024 - 04.2025
- Delivered advanced life support in high-acuity rural mountain region, responding to over 3,000 annual 911/IFT calls.
- Delivered emergency medical care in pre-hospital settings, ensuring timely and effective treatment for diverse patient needs.
- Operated ventilators, infusion pumps, and administered whole blood under extended scope protocols to ensure optimal patient care.
- Collaborated with technical rescue teams for effective response during mountain and wilderness emergencies.
EMT-IV
Stadium Medical
Denver, CO
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Managed long-distance patient transfers from low-level trauma facility to higher-level care center, prioritizing patient safety and comfort.
- Coordinated patient transfers between clinics in Summit County, Colorado, ensuring timely access to necessary care.
- Administered first aid and basic life support to injured patrons.
- Maintained emergency equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness for immediate response in critical situations.
EMT-IV
Thompson Valley Emergency Medical Services
Loveland/Berthoud, CO
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Responded to over 12,000 annual 911/IFT calls, ensuring timely emergency care for a 100,000-resident service area with 6 ambulances.
- Responded swiftly to medical emergencies in a high-pressure stadium environment.
- Administered first aid and life-saving techniques to injured patrons.
- Monitored patient vital signs during transport to ensure stability.
EMT-IV
Falck Rocky Mountain
Aurora, CO
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Delivered primary 911/IFT services for Aurora, managing over 40,000 annual calls alongside Aurora Fire Rescue.
- Gained urban EMS experience through interfacility transports and interactions with multiple Level I trauma centers.
- Administered first aid and CPR to individuals in emergency situations.
- Operated emergency medical equipment during patient transport and care.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient treatment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Public Safety
Aims Community College
Windsor, CO03-2027
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Aims Community College
Windsor, CO03-2024
High School Diploma -
Platte Valley High School
Kersey, CO03-2020
Skills
04-2025
- Critical thinking
- Decision making
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Mass casualty response
Certification
- NREMT, Colorado State Paramedic, PALS, ACLS, PHTLS, CPR, NRP
Timeline
Paramedic
StaffDash
04.2025 - Current
Paramedic
Grand County Emergency Medical Services
04.2024 - 04.2025
EMT-IV
Stadium Medical
11.2022 - 01.2024
EMT-IV
Thompson Valley Emergency Medical Services
11.2021 - 06.2022
EMT-IV
Falck Rocky Mountain
01.2021 - 10.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Public Safety
Aims Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Aims Community College
High School Diploma -
Platte Valley High School