Justin Sims

Hospital Corpsman

Navy

Camp Lejeune, NC

07.2013 - 07.2018

Performed daily medical assessments of patients and recorded vital signs.
Assisted physicians in the diagnosis, treatment and management of patient care.
Prepared medications as prescribed by physicians and administered them to patients.
Inventoried, stored, prepared and dispensed pharmaceutical supplies.
Managed immunization programs for military personnel.
Maintained accurate records of patient treatments and medications administered.
Ensured compliance with infection control protocols within the hospital setting.
Monitored post-operative recovery progress of surgical patients.
Instructed junior staff members on proper clinical practices and procedures.
Compiled data from patient interviews for use in medical research projects.
Established strong relationships with other healthcare professionals.
Coordinated scheduling of appointments for assigned caseload of patients.
Participated in continuing education courses to stay abreast of advances in medicine.
Counseled patients about lifestyle modifications to improve their overall health outcomes.
Administered medications and immunizations.
Performed both emergency and routine medical procedures in high-pressure environments.
Maintained functionality and organization of medical treatment areas and provisions, including equipment maintenance and team leadership.
Maintained health records for marine platoons.
Scheduled patient follow up-appointments to monitor injuries or illnesses.
Performed medical duties for preventive and unscheduled care by conducting lab work, x-rays, phlebotomy and IV fluid administration.
Determined extent of injuries and illnesses to establish treatment priorities.
Communicated with nurses and emergency service personnel to get patients immediate care.
Built and fostered emotional connections with soldiers to reduce anxiety.
Observed, recorded and reported patients' condition or injury and treatment provided.
Assessed scene upon arrival for possible hazards or dangerous situations.
Loaded and transported patients from hospitals to rehab centers or other medical facilities.
Performed CPR and used defibrillator on cardiac patients.
Explained medical terminology in non-complex terms to patients.
Interviewed patients to obtain medical history and details on current issues.
Positioned patients in preparation for treatment and transport.