Committed Paramedic offering proven history of exercising strong judgment in high-pressure situations, as an EMT for over 7 years. Skilled in patient needs assessment and providing care in dynamic environments. Detail-oriented and compassionate with expansive knowledge of biology and human anatomy/physiology to better serve patients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
Marlboro County EMS
05.2022 - Current
Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign ÷machines.
Emergency Medical Technician
Medtrust
01.2022 - Current
Provide emergency medical assistance and inter-facility transport
Quickly and efficiently assess a patient's condition and determine the best course of
treatment
Transport patients safely in an ambulance
Provide first aid or life support to patients who are sick or injured
Transfer patients to the emergency area of the hospital or other healthcare facility
Report what they saw and did to doctors, nurses or other healthcare staff
Document what kind of medical treatment was given to the patient from the moment of arriving at the scene to transferring the patient to the healthcare facility
Replace, clean and buy inventory of supplies and equipment
Emergency Medical Technician
Darlington Fireman's Rescue Squad
08.2016 - Current
Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Quickly assesses the nature and extent of a patient's illness and/or injury and administers appropriate emergency care within the licensure and training of a South Carolina State EMT. Emergency care may include managing the patient's airway; administering oxygen; inserting an esophageal obturator airway; operating automatic external cardiac defibrillation equipment; performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation; assisting in child birth; applying a PCPD or Kendrick Extrication Device (KED); operating a pulse oximeter; bandaging wounds; operating and maintaining all other pieces of emergency equipment which the EMT is licensed to use in the State of South Carolina.
Determines patient condition in order to decide upon appropriate treatment and/or to assist a physician in making such decisions by conducting a primary assessment that includes checking level of consciousness, airway, breathing, blood pressure, pulse, lung sounds, pupils, skin color and skin temperature; and by conducting a secondary assessment that includes a focused or complete head-to-toe physical inspection and asking the patient or other knowledgeable persons about medications, current medical treatment, and prior conditions or illnesses.
Uses muscular strength, coordination and endurance needed for lifting, moving and restraining patients. Able to work in adverse weather conditions, including extreme heat and extreme cold. Able to work long periods of time in a standing position and perform well with little sleep.
Uses aural keenness needed to evaluate physical characteristics of a patient such as blood pressure, crepitation, and lung sounds.
Operates the ambulance communication equipment and communicates information in a professional manner. Relays patient assessment information to the medical control physician in a clear, concise manner and provides frequent updates as needed regarding the patient's condition.
Prepares patients for transportation by "packaging" patients through use of appropriate splints such as back boards, cervical collars, and head immobilization devices; by removing patients from vehicle wreckage; and by restraining, lifting and carrying patients to and from the ambulance or up and down stairs.
Physician Substitute Supervisor
Kedplasma
09.2020 - 01.2022
Greet and register new plasma donors into the donor management computer system
Conduct screening procedures to include taking blood pressure, pulse, temperature, weight, and arm checks
Perform finger sticks to test donors for hematocrit testing and total protein testing utilizing screening equipment. Monitor the electronic donor questionnaire system
Determine donor eligibility by performing donor eligibility assessments, to include; medical history interview, physical examination, educating donor on donor testing, HIV/AIDS virus, donation risks, informed consent, confidential self-exclusion, and reviewing Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE) testing as necessary
Provide counseling to Donors regarding unacceptable test results
Initiate and assist in donor investigations regarding Post Donation Information
Evaluate and attend to donor adverse events during the donation process
Follow all standard operating procedures for all medical emergencies, to include communication with the Center Medical Director and donor transport to emergency medical care facilities. Communicate and seek direction from Center Medical Director and Center Management as necessary
Learn and maintain thorough familiarity and compliance with all state and federal regulations, Standard Operating Procedure Manual, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), and internal Company Procedures
Ensure Physician Substitutes (other) are in compliance with all SOPs and regulations
Emergency Medical Technician
Darlington County EMS
06.2016 - 11.2017
Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Quickly assesses the nature and extent of a patient's illness and/or injury and administers appropriate emergency care within the licensure and training of a South Carolina State EMT. Emergency care may include managing the patient's airway; administering oxygen; inserting an esophageal obturator airway; operating automatic external cardiac defibrillation equipment; performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation; assisting in child birth; applying a PCPD or Kendrick Extrication Device (KED); operating a pulse oximeter; bandaging wounds; operating and maintaining all other pieces of emergency equipment which the EMT is licensed to use in the State of South Carolina.
Determines patient condition in order to decide upon appropriate treatment and/or to assist a physician in making such decisions by conducting a primary assessment that includes checking level of consciousness, airway, breathing, blood pressure, pulse, lung sounds, pupils, skin color and skin temperature; and by conducting a secondary assessment that includes a focused or complete head-to-toe physical inspection and asking the patient or other knowledgeable persons about medications, current medical treatment, and prior conditions or illnesses.
Uses muscular strength, coordination and endurance needed for lifting, moving and restraining patients. Able to work in adverse weather conditions, including extreme heat and extreme cold. Able to work long periods of time in a standing position and perform well with little sleep.
Uses aural keenness needed to evaluate physical characteristics of a patient such as blood pressure, crepitation, and lung sounds.
Operates the ambulance communication equipment and communicates information in a professional manner. Relays patient assessment information to the medical control physician in a clear, concise manner and provides frequent updates as needed regarding the patient's condition.
Prepares patients for transportation by "packaging" patients through use of appropriate splints such as back boards, cervical collars, and head immobilization devices; by removing patients from vehicle wreckage; and by restraining, lifting and carrying patients to and from the ambulance or up and down stairs.
Education
Paramedic Certification - Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic
Pee Dee Regional EMS
Florence, SC
09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
The Citadel
Charleston, SC
05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biochemistry
The Citadel
Charleston, SC
05.2020
EMT Certification - Emergency Medical Technician
Robeson Community College
Lumberton, NC
05.2016
Skills
Excellent communication skills Experience interacting with community groups or forums, able to deescalate rising conflicts- on scene or in the workplace
Demonstrated ability to provide strong leadership, vision and strategic direction, with previous supervisory experience at a fast paced medical production facility
Moderate knowledge of MS Office suite software Experience in the use and management of various software packages related to EMS operations, billing and financial management
Well versed in DHEC regulation 61-7, understanding the minimum requirements set forth by SC state
Highly knowledgeable and analytical Documentation Specialist with excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Has the ability to function well in stressful situations to deal tactfully with patients, family members and co-workers Able to cooperate and maintain a good rapport with fire, police and hospital personnel
Certification
Paramedic- National Registry of EMTs
Paramedic- South Carolina State
American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
National Incident Management System certifications (ICS 100, 200, 700, 800)
American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
National Association of EMTs (NAEMT) Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
National Association of EMTs (NAEMT) Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS)
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Marlboro County EMS
05.2022 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Medtrust
01.2022 - Current
Physician Substitute Supervisor
Kedplasma
09.2020 - 01.2022
Emergency Medical Technician
Darlington Fireman's Rescue Squad
08.2016 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Darlington County EMS
06.2016 - 11.2017
Paramedic Certification - Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic
Emergency Medical Technician/Emergency Medical Dispatcher at Albuquerque Ambulance ServiceEmergency Medical Technician/Emergency Medical Dispatcher at Albuquerque Ambulance Service
Emergency Medical Technician/Emergency Vehicle Operator at Hart to Heart AmbulanceEmergency Medical Technician/Emergency Vehicle Operator at Hart to Heart Ambulance