Kerry DeHaven
Brandenburg,KY
Summary
With a proven track record as a Paramedic and Supervisor I excel in advanced life support and critical decision-making, ensuring high-quality patient care. My leadership in coordinating emergency responses and enhancing team proficiency has significantly improved service delivery, showcasing my ability to manage both high-stress situations and team dynamics effectively.
Committed Paramedic offering proven history of exercising strong judgment in high-pressure situations. Skilled in patient needs assessment and critical care. Detail-oriented and compassionate with expansive knowledge of EMS Laws and Regulations
Focused Paramedic well-versed in patient assessment and emergency care. Reliable and efficient with 25 + years of quality performance in patient-facing situations. Accustomed to providing critical care in dynamic environments.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
AmeriPro EMS
07.2024 - Current
- Operated defibrillators to provide life-saving electrical therapy during cardiac emergencies.
- Stabilized patients by providing wound care, splinting fractures, and managing airway obstructions.
- Executed rapid trauma assessment procedures to identify life-threatening conditions.
- Utilized portable ECG machines to monitor patients' heart activity during emergency transport.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
Paramedic
Meade County EMS
07.2024 - Current
- Operated defibrillators to provide life-saving electrical therapy during cardiac emergencies.
- Stabilized patients by providing wound care, splinting fractures, and managing airway obstructions.
- Utilized portable ECG machines to monitor patients' heart activity during emergency transport.
Paramedic Team Lead
Deaconess EMS
07.2020 - 07.2024
- Executed rapid trauma assessment procedures to identify life-threatening conditions.
- Applied advanced airway management techniques to secure patient airways in critical situations.
- Utilized portable ECG machines to monitor patients' heart activity during emergency transport.
- Stabilized patients by providing wound care, splinting fractures, and managing airway obstructions.
- Supervised crews from Henderson,Webster, Union County and Newburg In Bases
Fire Chief(Volunteer)
Wheatcroft Fire Department
03.2017 - 06.2024
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
- Managed department budget effectively, prioritizing essential equipment purchases and maintenance without compromising safety standards.
- Established strong relationships with local government officials to secure necessary funding and resources for the department''s needs.
- Supervised incident command operations, ensuring proper coordination among on-scene personnel and effective communication with external agencies.
- Updated standard operating procedures to reflect advancements in firefighting technology and best practices.
- Optimized fire services management with introduction of new systems, policies, procedures and tools.
- Strengthened interdepartmental communication through regular meetings, improving collaboration on projects involving multiple divisions.
Deputy Jailer
Webster County Detention Center
03.2017 - 07.2020
- Enhanced inmate safety by conducting thorough cell searches and confiscating contraband items.
- Ensured timely and accurate recordkeeping for all inmate files, including intake documents, incident reports, and release paperwork.
- Maintained professional relationships with both colleagues and inmates, fostering an environment of mutual respect and cooperation.
- Managed high-stress situations calmly and efficiently, de-escalating potentially dangerous incidents before they escalated further.
- Coordinator of Community Corrections Inmates
Paramedic
Murray Calloway County Ambulance Service
06.2012 - 09.2013
- Operated defibrillators to provide life-saving electrical therapy during cardiac emergencies.
- Utilized portable ECG machines to monitor patients' heart activity during emergency transport.
- Applied advanced airway management techniques to secure patient airways in critical situations.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
Paramedic
Crittenden Health Systems EMS
03.2010 - 06.2012
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Applied advanced airway management techniques to secure patient airways in critical situations.
- Utilized portable ECG machines to monitor patients' heart activity during emergency transport.
- Stabilized patients by providing wound care, splinting fractures, and managing airway obstructions.
- Executed rapid trauma assessment procedures to identify life-threatening conditions.
- Operated defibrillators to provide life-saving electrical therapy during cardiac emergencies.
Paramedic Supervisor
Trigg County Hospital Ambulance Service
02.2006 - 03.2010
- Upheld high standards of professionalism within the team by modeling ethical behavior in all aspects of work.
- Managed scheduling, payroll, and personnel matters for the paramedic team to maintain optimal staffing levels at all times.
- Evaluated emerging trends and new technologies in the field of emergency medical services to ensure that the team remained at the forefront of best practices.
- Developed strong relationships with local hospitals and healthcare providers, ensuring smooth patient handoffs and improved care coordination.
- Reduced response time for critical incidents by optimizing crew deployment strategies.
Assistant Fire Chief(Volunteer)
City of Clay Fire Department
01.2000 - 05.2006
- Organized regular community outreach events such as open houses or educational workshops to increase public engagement with the fire service.
- Reduced property damage caused by fires through proactive risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
- Provided access to grief counseling during times of emergency.
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring appropriate staffing levels were maintained at all times for optimal department functionality.
Chief Paramedic
Methodist Hospital Ambulance Service
04.2000 - 03.2006
- Applied advanced airway management techniques to secure patient airways in critical situations.
- Stabilized patients by providing wound care, splinting fractures, and managing airway obstructions.
- Utilized portable ECG machines to monitor patients' heart activity during emergency transport.
- Operated defibrillators to provide life-saving electrical therapy during cardiac emergencies.
- Supervised Crews on Duty, Scheduling and Documentation of Daily shift work.
Volunteer Firefighter
City of Clay Fire Department
04.1986 - 01.2001
- Performed routine inspections of firefighting equipment by ensuring all tools and gear met safety standards.
- Participated in community outreach programs by educating residents on fire safety and prevention techniques.
- Trained new volunteers on firefighting protocols and equipment usage, enhancing overall team readiness.
- Prepared maintenance logs for equipment by tracking usage and identifying needs for repairs or replacements.
- Responded to emergency calls by assessing fire situations and executing appropriate strategies.
Paramedic
Methodist Hospital Ambulance Service
03.1991 - 04.2000
- Operated defibrillators to provide life-saving electrical therapy during cardiac emergencies.
- Stabilized patients by providing wound care, splinting fractures, and managing airway obstructions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Webster County High School
Dixon,KYParamedic Certificate - Paramedic
Madisonville Health Technology School
Madisonville,KY10-1988
Emergency Medical Techician - Emergency Medical Techician
Webster County Area Vocational School
Dixon,KY05-1986
Certified Firefighter 400 Hour Level - Basic Firefighting
Kentucky Fire Commission
Paris,KY04-1993
Fire Instructor - Fire Instructor
Kentucky Fire Comission
Paris,KY05-1993
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
- Airway management
- Intravenous therapy
- IV insertion
- Patient assessments
- Intubation
- Patient management
Accomplishments
- Supervised Shift of Team members
- Collaborated with team of Co-Workers in the development of New Cabinet Layout in Ambulance to Create better utilization of space and Equipment
- Resolved product issue through consumer testin.
Affiliations
- Kentucky Association of Fire Chiefs
Certification
- State Paramedic License - [State] Department of Health or equivalent state agency.
- Incident Command System Certifications 100/200/700/800 – Federal Emergency Management Agency's Independent Study Program.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO or EVOC)- Various issuing bodies, including state-specific programs or national safety councils.
- PreHospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) - National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Heart Association.
- Kentucky Certified Firefighter 400 Hour Level
- Kentucky Fire Instructor
Languages
Armenian
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Paramedic
AmeriPro EMS
07.2024 - Current
Paramedic
Meade County EMS
07.2024 - Current
Paramedic Team Lead
Deaconess EMS
07.2020 - 07.2024
Fire Chief(Volunteer)
Wheatcroft Fire Department
03.2017 - 06.2024
Deputy Jailer
Webster County Detention Center
03.2017 - 07.2020
Paramedic
Murray Calloway County Ambulance Service
06.2012 - 09.2013
Paramedic
Crittenden Health Systems EMS
03.2010 - 06.2012
Paramedic Supervisor
Trigg County Hospital Ambulance Service
02.2006 - 03.2010
Chief Paramedic
Methodist Hospital Ambulance Service
04.2000 - 03.2006
Assistant Fire Chief(Volunteer)
City of Clay Fire Department
01.2000 - 05.2006
Paramedic
Methodist Hospital Ambulance Service
03.1991 - 04.2000
Volunteer Firefighter
City of Clay Fire Department
04.1986 - 01.2001
- State Paramedic License - [State] Department of Health or equivalent state agency.
- Incident Command System Certifications 100/200/700/800 – Federal Emergency Management Agency's Independent Study Program.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO or EVOC)- Various issuing bodies, including state-specific programs or national safety councils.
- PreHospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) - National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Heart Association.
- Kentucky Certified Firefighter 400 Hour Level
- Kentucky Fire Instructor
High School Diploma -
Webster County High School
Paramedic Certificate - Paramedic
Madisonville Health Technology School
Emergency Medical Techician - Emergency Medical Techician
Webster County Area Vocational School
Certified Firefighter 400 Hour Level - Basic Firefighting
Kentucky Fire Commission
Fire Instructor - Fire Instructor
Kentucky Fire Comission
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