Katelin Worthy
Austell,GA
Summary
Experienced dedicated and hard-working Paramedic with 7+ years of providing advanced life support services in urban and rural settings. Skilled in critical care management and assessment, patient transport, and emergency medical services.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Puckett EMS
Austell, GA
01.2020 - Current
- Offering knowledge and skills of delivering fast, quality care during medical emergencies, accidents, natural disasters, fires, and other crisis scenarios
- Responsible for safe care and transport of sick and in-need patients
- In charge of patient care, including drug administration to aid in pain as well as assist in breathing status, cardiac or other medical emergencies
- Responsible for delegating tasks to firefighters, other EMS personnel, and ED staff in assistance for ultimate patient care
- Perform advanced medical treatment at emergency site and en-route to the emergency room, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, positive pressure ventilation, airway control, placement of advanced airways, control of hemorrhage, treatment of shock, allergic reaction, fractures, bandaging, IV administration, fluid infusions, various drug administrations, mentally disturbed patients, and initial care of poison and burn patients.
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
Puckett EMS
Austell, GA
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Experience with frequent high call volumes in a high-operational tempo
- Response to accidents and other emergencies involving injury and illness
- Perform basic emergency medical treatment at emergency site and en-route to emergency room
- Provide patient transportation to medical treatment facilities as deemed necessary by physicians
- Provide emergency medical assistance and transport to include: conducting triage and basic assessment of patient trauma and medical emergencies; stabilizing and administering treatment to patients; and operating an ambulance and ancillary emergency medical equipment
- Perform pulmonary resuscitation when breathing fails to start upon the opening of the airway; obtaining and recording vital signs and other pertinent medical history; transferring patients to the emergency department, reporting observations and care given and assist in providing emergency treatment
- Complete required documentation to include computer data inputs and obtaining and recording vital signs and other pertinent medical history and preparing patient as appropriate for a nurse or physician
Education
Paramedic Program - ACLS, BLS, PALS, First Aid, CPR & AED, Geriatric Education for Emergency Medical Services (GEMS), Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC)
Various Continuing Education Courses
09.2024
Paramedic Training Program -
Faithful Guardian
12.2020
Infectious Disease Operations Course -
Puckett EMS
05.2019
Faithful Guardian - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Course -
05.2017
Faithful Guardian - Basic Emergency Medical Technician Course -
04.2017
Chattahoochee Technical College -
Chattahoochee Technical College
05.2016
Kennesaw State University -
Kennesaw State University
05.2015
High School Diploma - Graduated with Honors
East Paulding High School
05.2014
Skills
- Great team player who works well in high pressure situations
- Skilled in use of advanced emergency medicine diagnostics and procedures
- Use of medical equipment operation
- Proficient in patient vital sign assessment and monitoring, gathering and relaying patient information
- Experienced in Intravenous and Intraosseous medication therapy
- Skilled in use of resuscitative techniques and airway management
- Medical terminology
- Knowledgeable in understanding of medical terminology, of body systems and body functions
- of legal considerations of medical care within parameters of Privacy Act Laws
- Adept at leadership during medical emergencies
Accomplishments
- Experience with frequent high call volumes in a high-operational atmosphere, resulting in each patient arriving safely at the most appropriate facility to receive further care.
- Frequently provided skillful medical care to revive and stabilize patients suffering from traumatic injuries, cardiac arrest, strokes, seizures, drug overdoses and other serious life-threatening conditions.
- Calmed and reassured patients and family members, allowing accurate gathering of important information including medical history, allergies, and medications, to aid in care decisions.
- Coordinated regularly with local fire and police departments in emergency situations to provide quality care.
- Coordinated with Registered Nurses and Physicians upon arrival at hospitals to further provide ultimate care for patients and their medical needs.
- Received Merit Award for service above self by Cobb Chamber of Commerce in 2022.
- Received Medal of Valor by Cobb Chamber of Commerce in 2022.
- Nominated for and awarded South Cobb Rotary Club First Responder Award for Service Above Self in 2022.
- Nominated by peers and awarded Paramedic of the Year for Puckett EMS in 2021.
- Promoted to field training officer in 2021 and has successfully trained and onboarded new hires and students.
Educationcertification
- Varied Continuing Education Courses, 08/01/17, Present
- Faithful Guardian - Paramedic Course, 08/01/19, 12/31/20
- Chattahoochee Technical College, 08/01/15, 05/31/16
- Kennesaw State University, 08/01/14, 05/31/15
- East Paulding High School (Graduated with Honors), 05/31/14
Timeline
Paramedic
Puckett EMS
01.2020 - Current
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
Puckett EMS
08.2017 - 01.2019
Paramedic Program - ACLS, BLS, PALS, First Aid, CPR & AED, Geriatric Education for Emergency Medical Services (GEMS), Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC)
Various Continuing Education Courses
Paramedic Training Program -
Faithful Guardian
Infectious Disease Operations Course -
Puckett EMS
Faithful Guardian - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Course -
Faithful Guardian - Basic Emergency Medical Technician Course -
Chattahoochee Technical College -
Chattahoochee Technical College
Kennesaw State University -
Kennesaw State University
High School Diploma - Graduated with Honors
East Paulding High School
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