L.A. Morrison
Margate,FL
Summary
Committed Paramedic ready to leverage advanced knowledge of emergency medical response protocols and life support operations. In-depth understanding of all functions necessary to support emergency team duties and communicate effectively with dispatch personnel demonstrated over 12 years in related roles.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
PARAMEDIC
Broward Health North
10.2023 - Current
- Maintained a state of readiness and alertness for all assignments.
- Collected pertinent information from the patient, family and friends, medical records and prescriptions.
- Administered continuous and 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring.
- Rapidly assessed whether life threatening criteria was present and took immediate action.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
Emergency Room Technician
Broward Health North
12.2022 - Current
- Performed routine medical technician duties in the emergency room.
- Obtained information from the patient required to check-in, assess vitals signs and documents all medical history, while preparing the patient for the nurse or doctor.
- Assisted physicians in treating emergency patients within the scope of practice as a licensed EMT-Paramedic.
- Started intravenous therapy on patients of all ages.
- Performed EKG's on patients of all ages.
Medical Assistant
CareSpot Urgent Care
06.2017 - Current
- Calculated and administered medications while considering factors as, interactions, patient weight and concentration of the drug.
- Maintained a state of readiness and alertness for all assignments.
- Collected pertinent information from the patient, family and friends, medical records and prescriptions.
- Administered continuous and 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring.
- Rapidly assessed whether life threatening criteria was present and took immediate action.
- Initiated plans of care based on patient assessments.
- Interacted with patients, families, hospital staff and the general public.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Education
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services
Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL08.2024
Paramedic Diploma - Paramedic program
Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL08.2023
Skills
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Nationally Registered Paramedic
- Florida State Paramedic
Skills
- Great Team player
- Great bedside manner
- Experienced in Intravenous and Intraosseous therapy.
- Airway management
- Experienced in managing a patient in cardiac or respiratory arrest.
- Expert in handling ventilator dependent patients
- Well trained in several different models of Advanced Life Support equipment. (ex: LTV Vent, Eagle vent, Zoll, Lifepak, EZ-IO,)
- Great Computer and Communication skills.
Timeline
PARAMEDIC
Broward Health North
10.2023 - Current
Emergency Room Technician
Broward Health North
12.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
CareSpot Urgent Care
06.2017 - Current
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services
Broward College
Paramedic Diploma - Paramedic program
Broward College