Kimberly Johnson
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
District Lieutenant
Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services
Indianapolis, IN.
01.2000 - Current
- Attended meetings regarding various issues related to operations management.
- Supervised Paramedics and EMTs in the execution of their duties.
- Participated in recruitment activities, such as interviewing applicants, and was a Preceptor for 6 years.
- Monitored radio communications between providers in the field and dispatched myself to assist units.
- Conducted regular truck inspections to ensure safety regulations are followed.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific special events.
- Facilitated communication between medical personnel, other departments, and external agencies as needed.
- Monitored and evaluated personnel performance in order to ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Responded promptly to complaints from patients or their families concerning paramedic services provided.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by paramedics for accuracy and completeness.
- Attended continuing education classes in order to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
- Investigated any incidents involving negligence or misconduct reported by paramedics or other personnel.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
Paramedic
Methodist Hospital Emergency Room
Indianapolis, IN
05.2002 - 08.2008
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient condition and treatment plans.
- Administered oxygen therapy, intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by physician protocols.
- Monitored vital signs of patients and communicated changes to physicians or nurses in a timely manner.
- Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Provided emotional support for family members of critically ill or injured patients.
- Performed basic diagnostic tests such as blood glucose monitoring, EKG readings and urine analysis.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Cleaned wounds and applied gauze and bandages to prevent infection.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marion High School
Marion, IN06-1995
Skills
- Reporting and documentation
- Safety Protocols
- Mass Casualty Incident Response
- Field patient assessments
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessments
- Emergency Diagnostics
- Intubation
- Vital sign assessment
- IV Insertion
- Emergency Response
Accomplishments
- Meritorious Service Award 2014
Certification
- AMLS
- PEPP
- PHTLS
Timeline
Paramedic
Methodist Hospital Emergency Room
05.2002 - 08.2008
District Lieutenant
Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services
01.2000 - Current
High School Diploma -
Marion High School
- AMLS
- PEPP
- PHTLS
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