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KELLY JACOBSON

Naperville,IL

Summary

Compassionate Paramedic offering strength in emergent medical care, including diagnosis, treatment and transport. Focused and attentive to detail, operating effectively in dynamic environments. Dedicated to delivering exceptional emergency care, demonstrated through a few years of superior performance. CNA for 7 years, Emt-B for 3 years, Nationally Registered Paramedic for 2 1/2 years and Firefighter for 5 1/2 years. I have 5 1/2 years of 911 experience and have two years experience teaching for a junior college.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Firefighter/Paramedic

Metro
Glen Ellyn, IL
09.2022 - Current
  • Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
  • Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
  • Evaluated incident scenes for possible victims requiring medical attention or evacuation assistance.
  • Prepared detailed reports concerning all activities at emergency scenes.
  • Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
  • Responded promptly to medical emergencies such as heart attacks or stroke victims.

Skills Instructor for EMT and EMR

Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL
08.2020 - Current
  • Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
  • Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
  • Worked outside normal hours to be available to answer parent and student questions.
  • Worked one-on-one with at-risk students on core subjects.
  • Instructed students individually and in groups, utilizing various teaching methods.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.

FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC

Montgomery and Countryside Fire Department
Montgomery, IL
09.2018 - 01.2023
  • Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
  • Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
  • Answered emergency situations and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims and prevent escalation.
  • Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
  • Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
  • Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents and other emergency situations.

Paramedic

Elite Ambulance
Shorewood, IL
09.2021 - 10.2022
  • 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.
  • Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
  • Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
  • Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
  • Cleaned wounds and applied gauze and bandages to prevent infection.
  • Loaded patients into ambulances in preparation for transport to nearest medical center.

Certified Medical Assistant

Dupage Medical Group
Lisle, IL
04.2019 - 07.2019
  • Worked at the high risk breast cancer clinic until I was accepted into paramedic school. I also worked with the surgeons in their office doing minor procedures.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
  • Completed basic physical assessments of clinic patients to provide optimal care.

Education

High School Diploma -

Joliet Central High School
Joliet
05.2017

Some College (No Degree) - EMS/Fire Science

Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL

Skills

  • Licensed NREMTParamedic
  • CPR/AED certified
  • Car Seat Technician certified
  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • BOF

Timeline

Firefighter/Paramedic

Metro
09.2022 - Current

Paramedic

Elite Ambulance
09.2021 - 10.2022

Skills Instructor for EMT and EMR

Joliet Junior College
08.2020 - Current

Certified Medical Assistant

Dupage Medical Group
04.2019 - 07.2019

FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC

Montgomery and Countryside Fire Department
09.2018 - 01.2023

High School Diploma -

Joliet Central High School

Some College (No Degree) - EMS/Fire Science

Joliet Junior College

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