Joshua Dismukes
Golden Meadow,LA
Summary
Detail-oriented welding support specialist with expertise in material handling and safe transport of tools. Skilled in preparing metal surfaces through grinding and cleaning while adhering to safety protocols. Effectively assists welders and maintains organized work areas using various hand tools. Committed to safety and quality, contributing to a reliable work environment. Completed CDL Class A training.
Overview
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder's Helper
Grand Isle Shipyard Inc.
Cut Off, Louisiana
08.2026 - 09.2026
- Assisted welders with material handling for shipyard fabrication work.
- Carried welding tools and supplies to work areas safely.
- Cleaned metal surfaces with grinders and wire brushes.
- Stabilized components during welding to ensure precision and accuracy. during welding and fitting tasks.
- Followed safety rules while working around hot equipment.
- Organized and cleaned work area and tools.
- Operated hand tools, saws, routers and sanding equipment to prepare materials and finish project surfaces.
Paramedic
Grand isle fire department
Grand Isle, LA
09.2023 - 08.2025
- Delivered emergency medical care during fire department response calls
- Assessed patients and determined appropriate field treatment
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs
- Stabilized injured patients using stretchers, splints, and oxygen equipment
- Communicated patient conditions with dispatch and receiving hospital staff
- Prepared ambulance supplies and checked emergency medical equipment
- Documented patient care reports following department and EMS procedures
- Assisted fire department crews during rescue and transport operations
- 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.
- Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, defibrillators, suction devices and stretchers.
- 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.
- 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.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Saved lives by administering medications, monitoring cardiac output and performing emergency intubations.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
- Evaluated patient response to treatments administered during transport to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.
- Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
- Explained each step of treatment to conscious patients to reduce fear and invoke calm.
- Provided emotional support for family members of critically ill or injured patients.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Organized supplies for ambulance runs including IV solutions, airway management equipment and medication kits.
- Assessed scene on arrival to identify potential safety issues and hazards affecting first responders.
- Participated in drills related to disaster preparedness scenarios that included triage assessments.
- Collaborated with colleagues on shared cases to provide comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Utilized proper safety precautions when handling hazardous materials or infectious substances.
- Cleaned wounds and applied gauze and bandages to prevent infection.
- Ensured compliance with established policies related to infection control procedures.
- Obtained details regarding patient by questioning family members and bystanders.
- Suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
- Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
- Bandaged wounds and determined necessity for stitches or sutures.
- Testified in court regarding circumstances of paramedic calls and gave depositions.
Paramedic
Plaquemines parish government
Belle Chasse, Louisiana
04.2004 - 02.2023
- Delivered emergency medical care during fire department response calls
- Assessed patients and determined appropriate field treatment
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs
- Stabilized injured patients using stretchers, splints, and oxygen equipment
- Communicated patient conditions with dispatch and receiving hospital staff
- Prepared ambulance supplies and checked emergency medical equipment
- Documented patient care reports following department and EMS procedures
- Assisted fire department crews during rescue and transport operations
- 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.
- Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, defibrillators, suction devices and stretchers.
- 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.
- 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.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Saved lives by administering medications, monitoring cardiac output and performing emergency intubations.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
- Evaluated patient response to treatments administered during transport to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.
- Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
- Explained each step of treatment to conscious patients to reduce fear and invoke calm.
- Provided emotional support for family members of critically ill or injured patients.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Organized supplies for ambulance runs including IV solutions, airway management equipment and medication kits.
- Assessed scene on arrival to identify potential safety issues and hazards affecting first responders.
- Educated patients on proper use of medications, disease prevention methods and self-care techniques.
- Participated in drills related to disaster preparedness scenarios that included triage assessments.
- Collaborated with colleagues on shared cases to provide comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Utilized proper safety precautions when handling hazardous materials or infectious substances.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Cleaned wounds and applied gauze and bandages to prevent infection.
- Ensured compliance with established policies related to infection control procedures.
- Obtained details regarding patient by questioning family members and bystanders.
- Cleaned vehicles and patient care compartments, performed routine maintenance checks and maintained constant readiness for emergencies.
- Suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
- Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
- Presented paramedic basics at schools, cardiopulmonary resuscitation classes, civic groups and public safety agencies.
- Bandaged wounds and determined necessity for stitches or sutures.
- Testified in court regarding circumstances of paramedic calls and gave depositions.
- Reported infectious disease cases to appropriate medical authorities.
Education
Grand Isle High School
Grand Isle , LaSome College (No Degree) - Paramedicine
Nunez Community College
Chalmette , LASkills
- Welding assistance
- Material handling
- Metal surface preparation
- Hand tool operation
Certification
- Paramedic, Class A CDL
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Welder's Helper
Grand Isle Shipyard Inc.
08.2026 - 09.2026
Paramedic
Grand isle fire department
09.2023 - 08.2025
Paramedic
Plaquemines parish government
04.2004 - 02.2023
Grand Isle High School
Some College (No Degree) - Paramedicine
Nunez Community College