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Kevin Carnes

Vian,CA

Summary

Seasoned Paramedic with a proven track record at American Ambulance Of Visalia, enhancing patient outcomes through expert delivery of advanced life support and critical decision-making. Skilled in direct patient care and emergency response, consistently achieving excellence in patient assessments and management. Demonstrates exceptional documentation skills and compassionate patient interactions. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a progressive career history in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. They are proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service. Analytical and strategic mindset with excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Organized, efficient, and always willing to go the extra mile to meet expectations. Caring Nurses in diverse healthcare organizations working with diverse sets of patients. Adept at introducing detailed care plans and coordinating patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in physical, psychosocial, developmental, and educational aspects of nursing care for many assorted types of patients and families.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Paramedic

American Ambulance Of Visalia
Visalia, CA
06.2017 - Current
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
  • Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
  • Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Paramedic

Pistoriesi Ambulance
Madera, CA
03.2017 - 12.2023
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
  • Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
  • Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.

EMT

Exeter District Ambulance
Exeter, CA
01.2016 - 06.2023
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
  • Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
  • Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

EMT

Avenal District Ambulance
Avenal, CA
02.2006 - 12.2012
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Maintained a clean and organized ambulance, ensuring optimal readiness for emergency calls.
  • Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for effective emergency response.

Education

Bachelor of Science - BSN Nursing

Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA
05.2024

Associate of Science - Paramedicine

West Hills College - Lemoore
Lemoore, CA
06.2016

Skills

  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Advanced Life Support
  • Critical decision-making skills
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Management
  • Patient Assessments
  • IV Insertion
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • Stroke Management
  • Emergency Response
  • Triaging

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working

Timeline

Paramedic

American Ambulance Of Visalia
06.2017 - Current

Paramedic

Pistoriesi Ambulance
03.2017 - 12.2023

EMT

Exeter District Ambulance
01.2016 - 06.2023

EMT

Avenal District Ambulance
02.2006 - 12.2012

Bachelor of Science - BSN Nursing

Fresno Pacific University

Associate of Science - Paramedicine

West Hills College - Lemoore
Kevin Carnes