Joseph Ingram
Paramedc
Spencer,VA
Summary
Proactive Critical Care Paramedic with experience executing quality care in high-pressure situations. Deep knowledge in Health Science and outstanding team communication skills. Proudly demonstrated commitment, compassion and reasoned thinking while performing tasks rapidly to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Critical Care Paramedic
Patient Transport Services
Halifax , VA
06.2023 - Current
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Took and recorded patient vital signs en route to medical care facilities.
- Operated specialized medical equipment to monitor patient vital signs.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations when transporting critically ill or injured patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all treatments provided and reported patient information to emergency department staff upon arrival at hospital.
Paramedic
Stokes County EMS
King , NC
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
- Responded to emergency calls quickly and safely while utilizing appropriate driving techniques.
- Transported patients from accident scenes or hospital settings to medical facilities in a safe manner.
- Performed basic diagnostic tests such as blood glucose monitoring and EKG readings.
- Documented care provided to patients into reports for submission to supervisor.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Saved lives by administering medications, monitoring cardiac output and performing emergency intubations.
- Recorded detailed notes about patient condition before arrival at hospital facility for documentation purposes.
- Evaluated patient response to treatments administered during transport to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Administered oxygen therapy, intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by physician protocols.
- Explained each step of treatment to conscious patients to reduce fear and invoke calm.
- Organized supplies for ambulance runs including IV solutions, airway management equipment and medication kits.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
Paramedic/Firefighter
Patrick County Fire and EMS
Stuart , VA
02.2018 - 10.2022
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Monitored vital signs of patients and communicated changes to physicians or nurses in a timely manner.
- Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
- Administered oxygen therapy, intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by physician protocols.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
- Organized supplies for ambulance runs including IV solutions, airway management equipment and medication kits.
- Participated in drills related to disaster preparedness scenarios that included triage assessments.
- Ensured compliance with established policies related to infection control procedures.
- Inserted IVs and administered oral and injectable medications.
- Monitored supplies and equipment inventory and replenished promptly before another emergency call.
- Reported and documented medical treatment administered on-site and during transport to healthcare facility.
- Assessed patients and environment, administered CPR and stabilized patients for transport to hospital.
- Performed CPR and used defibrillator on cardiac patients.
- Suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
- Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
- Responded quickly to hazardous materials incidents by containing spills or leaks with appropriate protective gear.
- Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
- Participated in on-call schedule to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends or holidays.
- Assisted in cleaning up hazardous materials following an incident scene.
Paramedic
Stone Ambulance Service
Martinsville , VA
06.2007 - 02.2018
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, defibrillators, suction devices and stretchers.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Documented care provided to patients into reports for submission to supervisor.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
- Testified in court regarding circumstances of paramedic calls and gave depositions.
- Reported infectious disease cases to appropriate medical authorities.
- Positioned patients in preparation for treatment and transport.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
- Responded to emergency calls quickly and safely while utilizing appropriate driving techniques.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic
National College of Business And Technology
Roanoke, VA06-2007
Some College (No Degree) - Critical Care Paramedic
Surry Community College
Dobson, NCSkills
- Ventilator Management
- IV Insertion
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Field Patient Assessments
- Vital Sign Assessment
- Emergency Response
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Certified Critical Care Paramedic
- Critical Decision-Making Skills
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- IV Administration
- Respiratory Assessment
Certification
- Nationally Registered Paramedic
- Critical Care Paramedic Transport
- Firefighter II
- ACLS
- PALS
- Hazmat Operation
- Incident Command
- NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800
- EVOC Class 3
- American Heart CPR and First Aid Instructor
- BLS CPR
- Tactical Emergency Casualty Care Medic (TECC)
- Blood born and air born pathogens
Timeline
Critical Care Paramedic
Patient Transport Services
06.2023 - Current
Paramedic
Stokes County EMS
01.2023 - 05.2023
Paramedic/Firefighter
Patrick County Fire and EMS
02.2018 - 10.2022
Paramedic
Stone Ambulance Service
06.2007 - 02.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic
National College of Business And Technology
Some College (No Degree) - Critical Care Paramedic
Surry Community College
- Nationally Registered Paramedic
Critical Care Tactical Paramedic
Firefighter II
ACLS
PALS
Hazmat Operations
Incident Command
NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800
EVOC Class 3
American Heart CPR and First Aid Instructor
BLS CPR
Tactical Emergency Casualty Care Medic (TECC)
Blood born and air born pathogens
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