Jody Caprino
Salem,OR
Summary
Professional with strong foundation in emergency medical care, adept at rapid assessment and intervention. Proven track record in high-pressure situations, prioritizing effective communication and teamwork to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Recognized for adaptability and reliability, consistently meeting evolving needs of environment. Skilled in advanced life support, patient stabilization, and emergency response protocols.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic Lead
American Medical Response
01.2001 - 11.2022
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS), and pre hospital trauma life support PHTLS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies.
- 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.
- Streamlined patient handoff processes at hospitals by clearly communicating relevant information to receiving staff, ensuring seamless continuity of care.
- Assisted in training new paramedics, and paramedic students by serving as a preceptor.
- Provided critical incident stress debriefing to fellow emergency medical services personnel following traumatic calls, fostering a supportive work environment for all team members.
- Communicated patient information and updates to hospital staff for smooth transition.
Union Steward
Teamsters Local 223
02.2018 - 11.2022
- Promoted collaboration between union members and management, fostering a positive workplace culture.
- Protected worker''s rights by advocating for appropriate health and safety measures within the workplace.
- Negotiated favorable agreements for union members by participating in collective bargaining sessions.
- Conducted thorough research on industry standards to support negotiations during collective bargaining sessions.
- Participated in labor-management meetings to discuss labor issues.
- Collaboratively worked along with other union locals and officials to improve industry standards though legistative work.
Senior Paramedic
Metro West Ambulance
03.1996 - 01.2001
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), pediatric advanced life support (PALS), and pre hospital trauma life support (PHTLS) under pressure.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
- Trained paramedic students in best practice and patient care standards.
ED Technician/Patient Flow Coordinator
Salem Hospital
01.1992 - 02.1996
- Enhanced patient care by providing assistance to nurses and physicians during medical procedures.
- Reduced wait times for patients by efficiently triaging and prioritizing cases based on severity.
- Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments.
- Provided various applications of EKG's, blood draws, ABG, and splinting of patients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
06-1994
Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking skills
- Listening skills
- Attention to detail
- Direct patient care
- Critical decision-making skills
- Policy interpretation
- Assertiveness
Accomplishments
Development of Peer Support Team and line of duty death training.
Awards
Oregon Health Authority Emergency Medical Service Commitment to Quality
American Medical Response Caregiver Inspired
Timeline
Union Steward - Teamsters Local 223
02.2018 - 11.2022
Paramedic Lead - American Medical Response
01.2001 - 11.2022
Senior Paramedic - Metro West Ambulance
03.1996 - 01.2001
ED Technician/Patient Flow Coordinator - Salem Hospital
01.1992 - 02.1996
Chemeketa Community College - Associate of Applied Science, Paramedicine
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