Kaitlyn G. Ratcliff
Cleveland,TN
Summary
Energetic Emergency Medical Technician Basic responds to dispatch instructions and drives emergency vehicle to specified locations to administer life support in pre-hospital settings. Assesses nature and extent of injury or illness to establish and prioritize medical procedures. Self-motivated in providing highest quality care with desire to learn and succeed.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician-Basic
Bradley County EMS
2023.01 - Current
- Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions and certifications, licenses and registrations.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Administered basic life and advanced life support to patients at scene, en route to hospital and pre-hospital settings.
- Determined medical and safety requirements at emergency scene by assessing medical status of ill or injured persons.
- Responded to emergencies by choosing route, observing traffic conditions and avoiding dangerous situations by maintaining communications with dispatcher.
- Completed and submitted field care report, patient billing and trip ticket and daily driver unit checkout form to facilitate record-keeping requirements.
- Removed victims from vehicles or scene of accident or catastrophe and assisted in transfer to receiving facilities.
- Participated in community programs to maintain company image and establish strong community relations.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Nutrition Specialist
Bradley County Schools
2021.12 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized surfaces, tools and equipment.
- Served food according to temperature, safety and presentation guidelines.
- Followed all proper handling procedures for prepared foods, ingredients and leftovers.
- Cooked food per recipe requirements in large batches for routine school breakfasts, lunches and special events.
- Received and stored incoming supplies according to procedures.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Prepared ingredients and recipe components ahead of time.
- Provided exemplary service to students, staff and visitors.
- Tracked meal purchases and accepted payments at cash register.
- Monitored food and beverage supplies, assisting with restocking when needed.
- Operated dishwashers and other kitchen equipment according to safety guidelines.
Education
Emergency Medical Technician - Basic - Emergency Medicine
Cleveland State Community College
Cleveland, TN12.2022
Skills
- Pre-Hospital Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Emergency Patient Triage
- Lower Extremity Traction Devices
- Stretcher and Backboard Use
- Spinal Demobilization Devices
- Patient Condition Observation
- Documentation
- Critical Decision-Making Skills
- Emergency Response and Assessment
- Medication Administration
- Physical Conditioning
- Cardiac Arrest
Certification
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician-Basic
Bradley County EMS
2023.01 - Current
Nutrition Specialist
Bradley County Schools
2021.12 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician - Basic - Emergency Medicine
Cleveland State Community College
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
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