Kevin Golden
Orland Hills,IL
Summary
Skilled Paramedic/Firefighter with a proven track record at Beecher Fire Protection District, excelling in advanced life support and critical decision-making under pressure. Demonstrated ability to deliver compassionate, direct patient care and manage emergencies efficiently. Adept at documentation and reporting, ensuring seamless patient transitions and quality care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic/Firefighter
Beecher Fire Protection District
06.2024 - Current
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support, basic life support, and pediatric advanced life support 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.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
EMT-Basic
Vital Ambulance
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Facilitated seamless handoffs to hospital staff through comprehensive documentation and verbal reports of patient care provided during transport.
- Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure while maintaining composure to provide the best care possible for patients experiencing traumatic events.
- Assisted paramedics with advanced life support interventions when necessary, acting as an integral part of the emergency response team.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
EMT/Firefighter
Manhattan Fire Protection District
03.2021 - 11.2023
- 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.
EMT/Firefighter
Peotone Fire Protection District
03.2021 - 01.2023
- 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.
EMT-Basic
Elite Ambulance
01.2018 - 03.2021
- Facilitated seamless handoffs to hospital staff through comprehensive documentation and verbal reports of patient care provided during transport.
- Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure while maintaining composure to provide the best care possible for patients experiencing traumatic events.
- Assisted paramedics with advanced life support interventions when necessary, acting as an integral part of the emergency response team.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Education
No Degree - Paramedicine
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL08-2021
Associate of Science -
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL07-2020
No Degree - Kinesiology
Elmhurst College
Elmhurst, IL05-2017
High School Diploma -
Victor J. Andrew High School
Tinley Park, IL05-2013
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient management
- Advance cardiac life support (ACLS)
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
- Structural firefighting
Certification
- Basic Operations Firefighter
- Hazardous Materials Operations
- Fire Service Vehicle Operator
- Fire Apparatus Engineer
- Illinois Emergency Medical Technician- Paramedic
- CPR/AED Certification
- Candidate Physical Ability Test with Ladder Climb
Timeline
Paramedic/Firefighter
Beecher Fire Protection District
06.2024 - Current
EMT-Basic
Vital Ambulance
03.2024 - 06.2024
EMT/Firefighter
Manhattan Fire Protection District
03.2021 - 11.2023
EMT/Firefighter
Peotone Fire Protection District
03.2021 - 01.2023
EMT-Basic
Elite Ambulance
01.2018 - 03.2021
- Basic Operations Firefighter
- Hazardous Materials Operations
- Fire Service Vehicle Operator
- Fire Apparatus Engineer
- Illinois Emergency Medical Technician- Paramedic
- CPR/AED Certification
- Candidate Physical Ability Test with Ladder Climb
No Degree - Paramedicine
Joliet Junior College
Associate of Science -
Moraine Valley Community College
No Degree - Kinesiology
Elmhurst College
High School Diploma -
Victor J. Andrew High School
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