Joy Downey
Pompano Beach,FL
Summary
Highly productive and efficient Paramedic Captain Firefighter skilled in emergency response coordination, team leadership, and advanced life support techniques. Excel in communication, quick decision-making, and adaptability for optimal outcomes in high-pressure situations. Confidently provide crucial lifesaving assistance while managing teams.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic Captain Firefighter
City of Margate
Margate, FL
08.2000 - 06.2024
- Assessed patient conditions in critical situations, determining appropriate courses of action for emergency medical interventions.
- Managed and coordinated emergency responses to medical calls, ensuring that all personnel followed safety protocols.
- Provided leadership and direction to subordinate paramedics, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Maintained detailed records of patient care and treatment administered in the field.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
Paramedic Firefighter
City of Lauderdale Lakes
Lauderdale Lakes, FL
05.1994 - 08.2000
- Recorded detailed notes about patient condition before arrival at hospital facility for documentation purposes.
- 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.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
Barry University
Miami, FL06-2002
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL06-1997
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services
Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL06-1994
Firefighter Certificate - Firefighting
William T. McFatter Technical College
Fort Lauderdale, FL01-1990
Skills
- Interpersonal Relations
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessments
- Intubation
- IV Insertion
- Reporting and documentation
- Critical decision-making skills
- Emergency Response
Certification
- CPR certified
- PALS certified
- ACLS certified
- Certified Firefighter
Timeline
Paramedic Captain Firefighter
City of Margate
08.2000 - 06.2024
Paramedic Firefighter
City of Lauderdale Lakes
05.1994 - 08.2000
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
Barry University
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Broward College
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services
Broward College
Firefighter Certificate - Firefighting
William T. McFatter Technical College
- CPR certified
- PALS certified
- ACLS certified
- Certified Firefighter
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