Joy Stephens

• Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
• Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
• Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
• Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
• Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
• Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
• Liaised with police, fire department and other emergency responders to manage emergency scenes.
• Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
• Streamlined patient handoff processes at hospitals by clearly communicating relevant information to receiving staff, ensuring seamless continuity of care.
• Assisted in training new paramedics by serving as a preceptor and sharing clinical expertise during ridealongs.
• Increased survival rates with rapid recognition of life-threatening conditions and swift initiation of appropriate interventions.
• Coordinated with other emergency services personnel such as police officers and firefighters during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.
• Managed challenging or combative patients using de-escalation techniques and appropriate physical restraints when necessary, prioritizing safety for both the patient and medical team.
• Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
• Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.

ALS Rescue

Firefighting

911 Ambulance

ER Tech

ER Tech

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