Justin Linne
Lucasville,Ohio
Summary
Attentive Paramedic excited to bring expertise in patient care to growing hospital. Highly accomplished in quickly building rapport with patients, performing assessments and using clinical knowledge and skills to treat patients. Committed to working as part of larger team to deliver high-quality care to diverse patient populations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Technician
Southern Ohio Medical Center
Portsmouth, Ohio
03.2020 - Current
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
- Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
- Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.
- Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
- Stocked and replenished patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
- Monitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
- Safely transferred patients to wheelchair or stretchers for transportation to other departments.
- Coordinated with nurses to assess and prepare patients for tests and medical procedures.
- Took blood pressure measurements and reported to nurse or physician if above or below normal levels.
- Facilitated communication patients, visitors, nurses, physicians and other hospital personnel.
- Applied and educated patients on orthopedic devices like crutch walking.
- Maintained appropriate inventory levels and replenished treatment areas.
- Adhered to local, state and federal guidelines and accrediting agency regulations.
- Filled in for unit secretaries, preparing paperwork and obtaining payments when needed.
- Restocked supplies kept in patient rooms to maintain optimal levels.
- Took patient assessments, including blood pressure and temperature and documented information.
Paramedic
Portsmouth Emergency Ambulance Service
Portsmouth, Ohio
05.2019 - Current
- Adhered to all protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Treated patients suffering from variety of illnesses and ailments, including heart attacks, strokes, motor vehicle accident injuries and COVID-19.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Assessed scene on arrival to identify potential safety issues and hazards affecting first responders.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
- Explained each step of treatment to conscious patients to reduce fear and invoke calm.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
- Obtained details regarding patient by questioning family members and bystanders.
- Loaded patients into ambulances in preparation for transport to nearest medical center.
- Cleaned wounds and applied gauze and bandages to prevent infection.
- Saved lives by administering medications, monitoring cardiac output and performing emergency intubations.
- Documented all care provided to patients into written reports for submission to Emergency Nursing professionals.
EMT-Basic
Medcare Ambulance
Columbus, Ohio
03.2017 - 05.2019
- Documented all calls in reports detailing type of incident and course of treatment.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- 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.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
- Observed and assessed incident scenes upon arrival to determine level of safety for all first responders.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
- Asked patients questions regarding ingestion or intake of over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drugs.
EMT-Basic
Portsmouth Emergency Ambulance Service
Portsmouth, OH
06.2012 - 05.2017
- Documented all calls in reports detailing type of incident and course of treatment.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- 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.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
- Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
- Observed and assessed incident scenes upon arrival to determine level of safety for all first responders.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
- Asked patients questions regarding ingestion or intake of over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drugs.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
Education
High School Diploma -
Valley Local School District
Lucasville, OH05.2011
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Medical Technology
Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OHParamedic -
Grant Medical Center
Columbus, OH04.2019
Skills
- Cleaning and suturing wounds
- Taking and tracking vital signs
- CPR
- Venipuncture
- Applying orthopedic splints
- Nasogastric tube insertion
- Medical terminology
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification
- EKG interpretation and monitoring
- Basic life support certified
- Replenishing supplies
- Airway management
- EMT
- Phlebotomy
- Educating patients
- Sanitizing procedures
- Critical thinking
- Medical sample collection
Timeline
Emergency Room Technician
Southern Ohio Medical Center
03.2020 - Current
Paramedic
Portsmouth Emergency Ambulance Service
05.2019 - Current
EMT-Basic
Medcare Ambulance
03.2017 - 05.2019
EMT-Basic
Portsmouth Emergency Ambulance Service
06.2012 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
Valley Local School District
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Medical Technology
Shawnee State University
Paramedic -
Grant Medical Center
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