Kristopher Lawhorn
Elkhart,TX
Summary
Dynamic Paramedic with extensive experience at Palestine Regional Medical Center, excelling in advanced life support and critical decision-making, as well as basic life support. Proven track record in improving patient outcomes during emergencies and collaborating effectively with multi-agency teams. Skilled in emergency response, rescue, and documentation, demonstrating resilience under pressure while delivering compassionate care.
Professional with strong foundation in emergency medical care, adept at rapid assessment and intervention. Proven track record in high-pressure situations, prioritizing effective communication and teamwork to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Recognized for adaptability and reliability, consistently meeting evolving needs of environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
15
15
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Palestine Regional Medical Center
03.2023 - Current
- Deliver advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Deliver compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improve patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Work en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Document patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Firefighter/Paramedic
Palestine Fire Department
05.2020 - Current
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drive and operated structural pumpers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Maintain optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Train new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Contribute to positive outcomes during multi-agency responses by effectively collaborating with law enforcement personnel, paramedics, and other emergency service providers.
- Educate the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
EMT-Basic
Palestine Regional Medical Center
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gilmer High School
Gilmer, TXCertificate - Paramedicine
Tyler Junior College, Tyler Tx
Tyler, TX12-2024
Certificate - EMT Basic
Trinity Valley Community College
Palestine, TX05-2019
Certificate - Fire Academy
Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX06-2018
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
- Structural firefighting
- Fire safety
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Medical response
- Medical equipment usage
- Emergency response
- Vehicle extrication
- Emergency scene management
- Swift water rescue
- Mass casualty events
- High angle rope rescue
- Apparatus inspection
- Rescue equipment use
- Personal protective equipment
- Fire suppression
- Forcible entry techniques
- Confined space rescue
- Fire apparatus operation
- Burning building entry tactics
- Incident command system
Certification
- Paramedic
- PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- ACLS
- PALS
- BLS
- ICS-100
- ICS-200
- ICS-300
- ICS-400
- ICS-700
- ICS-800
- Swiftwater Rescue Levels 1 and 2
- Wide Area Search
- Rope awareness Proboard
- Rope Operations Proboard
- Rope Tech Proboard
- Confined Space Awareness, Operations, and Tech Proboard
- Intermediate Structural Firefighter
- TCFP Hazmat Awareness, and Operations
Timeline
Paramedic
Palestine Regional Medical Center
03.2023 - Current
Firefighter/Paramedic
Palestine Fire Department
05.2020 - Current
EMT-Basic
Palestine Regional Medical Center
08.2019 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Gilmer High School
Certificate - Paramedicine
Tyler Junior College, Tyler Tx
Certificate - EMT Basic
Trinity Valley Community College
Certificate - Fire Academy
Kilgore College
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