Dedicated Firefighter Paramedic with advanced life support and critical decision-making skills. Proven ability to manage emergency scenes and deliver direct patient care, ensuring safety and quality improvement in high-pressure situations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter Paramedic
Botetourt County Department Of Fire & Ems
10 West Back Street Fincastle, VA 24090
07.2012 - 03.2026
Administered advanced life support and emergency medical care in high-pressure environments.
Conducted thorough patient assessments, identifying critical conditions for timely intervention.
Implemented quality improvement measures leading to enhanced patient outcomes and safety standards.
Managed emergency scenes, coordinating resources and directing personnel effectively under stress.
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.
Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
Streamlined patient handoff processes at hospitals by clearly communicating relevant information to receiving staff, ensuring seamless continuity of care.