Jason Z. Hunt
Paramedic/ Medical Educator/ Information Specialist
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
I am a highly motivated and experienced Paramedic with over twenty-eight years of experience in emergency medicine. I have an excellent reputation for resolving problems, improving customer satisfaction, and driving overall operational improvements. I believe my years of experience and strong interpersonal skills have made me a valuable asset to the companies and organizations that I represent.
I am a recent graduate from LSU's MLIS program with foundational knowledge in library sciences and hands-on experience gained through work in the public library system. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Education
Master In Library And Information Science -
Louisiana State University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Intrdsp. Studies: Criminal Justice And Psychology
Southern University And A & M College
Baton Rouge, LA05.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Technology
South Louisiana Community College
Lafayette, LA2008
Certificate in Christian Ministry - Christian Ministry
Healing Place Church
Baton Rouge, LA2008
Work History
Paramedic in Ground Operations
Acadian Ambulance Service
06.1997 - Current
- Responsible for treatment and transportation of sick and injured during emergent and non-emergent situations.
- Responsibility to oversee EMT assistant, manage and maintain the advanced life support equipment, document treatments, and direct day-to-day operations of our ambulance crew.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as ET tubes, medication and IV tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy and wound care.
- 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.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Served as spokesperson and representative for Acadian at assigned events and other community forums.
- Worked during several natural disasters including Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and aftermath of tornadoes touching down in St. James Parish in 2016.
- The incident commander for Acadian Ambulance response to historic floods that affected Livingston Parish in 2016.
WAE Employee
LSU FETI/ Louisiana Office Of State Fire Marshal
08.2019 - Current
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Distributed course syllabus and communicated course standards and learning objectives to students.
- Implemented new educational techniques to boost student comprehension while reducing learning time.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in a fast-paced environment.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines to promote a safe working environment.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Library/Computer Aide
East Baton Rouge Parish Library
03.2016 - Current
- Assist staff with day-to-day operations at the reference desk.
- Help patrons with their specific needs regarding computer usage.
- Complete operations in the Microsoft Office suite
- Reorganize reading materials
- Create documents and visual aids
- Sharing overall knowledge with patrons and staff.
- Monitor systems in operation and quickly troubleshot errors.
Videographer/Camera Operator
Healing Place Church
05.2007 - Current
- Responsible for the use and general upkeep of video equipment (both fixed and handheld) during church services and special events.
- Interacted with directors, producers and talent while remaining focused and professional at all times.
- Operated television studio cameras during live production.
- Shooting in static and dynamic environments in varying types of light.
- Video captured is used in presentations during services along with live and recorded broadcasts on the internet.
- Liaised with lighting and production team to resolve any issues related to camera, video, audio recording, and lighting.
- Set up equipment for inside and outside shots.
Education and Clinical Coordinator
National EMS Academy
06.2004 - 09.2012
- Both lead and assisted EMT and Paramedic instruction and refresher content for medics to re-certify their credentials.
- Taught Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Prehospital Trauma Life Support, Basic Life Support, and Advanced Medical Life Support. This was done through classroom education and distance learning via our satellite distance learning network.
- Updated instructional materials, ordered equipment and supplies and utilized various learning modalities to enhance instruction.
- Implemented ongoing learning strategies such as tutorials, instructional modules, and supervised hands-on sessions to help students and staff improve understanding of medical equipment and care best practices.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Responsible for preparing lesson plans, writing exams, creating power points, and managing grade books.
- Responsible for students attending hospital and pre-hospital clinicals with companies and facilities that were within our contract.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Coordinated, monitored, assigned, and documented patient and clinical care activities.
- Assisted local high schools teaching their Emergency Medical Responder and Emergency Medical Technician programs.
- Distributed course syllabus and communicated course standards and learning objectives to students.
- Directed day-to-day operations of education program and supervised support staff to delegate assignments and evaluate performance.
- Scheduled educational activities, faculty lectures and departmental events to drive mission and values of institution.
- Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
- Evaluated students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
- Designed or used assessments to monitor student learning outcomes.
- Developed curriculum and lesson plans to achieve objectives of each course.
- Analyzed instructor, student and class trends to make proactive decisions about program operations.
- Delivered individualized instruction on observation, assessment, decision-making and patient health teaching.
- Assigned students to patients based on students' learning objectives and patient needs.
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
EMT and BLS Instructor
The Louisiana Technical College of Baton Rouge
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Responsibility to recruit, teach, and oversee students in Emergency Medical Technician Program.
- Created lesson plans and power points for instruction, I wrote and managed written and skills exams to prepare students for the National Registry Exam held by the Bureau of EMS.
- Responsible for students attending hospital and pre-hospital clinicals with companies and facilities that were within our contract.
- Lead the planning and achievement of goals and objectives consistent with the technical college's mission and philosophy.
- Updated instructional materials, ordered equipment and supplies and utilized various learning modalities to enhance instruction.
- Delivered individualized instruction on observation, assessment, decision-making and patient health teaching.
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
- Evaluated students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
- Distributed course syllabus and communicated course standards and learning objectives to students.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Assigned students to patients based on students' learning objectives and patient needs.
Skills
- Computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
- Eight years of teaching experience with the South Louisiana Community College System/ National EMS Academy
- Eight years teaching high school EMT and Emergency Medical Responder programs
- Twenty-eight years of experience in emergency medicine
- Two years with Acadian Ambulance Service's Capital Area Safety Committee
- National Association of EMS Educators Level One Instructor
- Critical Support Intervention team member
- ACLS instructor
- BLS Instructor
Awards
- 2023 Acadian Spirit Award recipient
- 2020 Capital Area Regional Paramedic of the Year
- 2004 Acadian Ambulance Paramedic of the Year
- 2004 Star of Life recipient
- 2006 ACES Leadership Training completion
Timeline
WAE Employee
LSU FETI/ Louisiana Office Of State Fire Marshal
08.2019 - Current
Library/Computer Aide
East Baton Rouge Parish Library
03.2016 - Current
Videographer/Camera Operator
Healing Place Church
05.2007 - Current
EMT and BLS Instructor
The Louisiana Technical College of Baton Rouge
01.2006 - 01.2009
Education and Clinical Coordinator
National EMS Academy
06.2004 - 09.2012
Paramedic in Ground Operations
Acadian Ambulance Service
06.1997 - Current
Master In Library And Information Science -
Louisiana State University And A&M College
Bachelor of Science - Intrdsp. Studies: Criminal Justice And Psychology
Southern University And A & M College
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Technology
South Louisiana Community College
Certificate in Christian Ministry - Christian Ministry
Healing Place Church
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