Lara Witt
Frankfort,KY
Summary
Focused Paramedic well-versed in patient assessment and emergency care. Reliable and efficient with 26 years of quality performance in patient-facing. Accustomed to providing critical care in dynamic environments. Committed Paramedic offering proven history of exercising strong judgment in high-pressure situations. Skilled in patient needs assessment and critical care. Detail-oriented and compassionate with expansive knowledge of pre-hospital emergency medical care.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Baptist Health Lexington Emergency Department
12.2018 - Current
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Administered 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Teacher
Franklin County Public Schools
07.2017 - 05.2018
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Paramedic
Georgetown-Scott County Emergency Medical Service
11.2015 - 08.2017
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
Onsite Medical Representative
Amazon
01.2013 - 11.2015
- Provide triage, first-aid, CPR to individuals as needed.
Transport patient safely and efficiently to appropriate medical facility. - Maintain run reports, worker’s compensation reports, insurance forms and triage sheets from hospital.
- Participated and lead proper mechanics and technique in using equipment and lifting patients to reduce staff incident of injury.
- Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
- Engaged with patients to provide critical information.
- Organized patient records and database to facilitate information storage and retrieval.
Administrative Specialist
Department Of Transportation
04.2007 - 02.2010
- Proficient in Microsoft Office all programs.
- Assisting the county clerks in driver’s licensing issues such as;
Driver’s ineligible to obtain license
Suspensions for any reason
Medical review board issues
Graduated driver’s licenses
Permit driver’s licenses
Kentucky State traffic school requirements and eligibility,
CDL requirements and obligations,
DUI offenses and driver obligations. - Training for up to date KRS revisions.
- Training for new driver programs.
- Coordinate between other driver licensing sections to enable driver’s permissions.
- Work seamlessly with Section supervisors and Branch Managers.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations.
Paramedic
Louisville Metro Emergency Medical Service
03.2005 - 04.2007
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
- Transported critically ill and injured patients to nearest medical center, using advanced life support equipment as needed.
- Provided CPR and used automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to revive patients in cardiac arrest.
Paramedic
Jessamine County Emergency Medical Service
08.1998 - 03.2005
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
- Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
- Transported critically ill and injured patients to nearest medical center, using advanced life support equipment as needed.
- Provided CPR and used automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to revive patients in cardiac arrest.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate and life-saving medical care.
Education
No Degree - Biology
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KYNo Degree - Biology
Transylvania University
Lexington, KYAssociate of Science - Biology
Kentucky State University
Frankfort, KY05.2017
Skills
- Pre-Hospital Care
- Vital Sign Assessment
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Immobilization
- EMR Systems
- Safety Protocols
- Patient Examination
- Wound Care
- Medication Administration
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Certification
- Paramedic
- PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
Timeline
Paramedic
Baptist Health Lexington Emergency Department
12.2018 - Current
Teacher
Franklin County Public Schools
07.2017 - 05.2018
Paramedic
Georgetown-Scott County Emergency Medical Service
11.2015 - 08.2017
Onsite Medical Representative
Amazon
01.2013 - 11.2015
Administrative Specialist
Department Of Transportation
04.2007 - 02.2010
Paramedic
Louisville Metro Emergency Medical Service
03.2005 - 04.2007
Paramedic
Jessamine County Emergency Medical Service
08.1998 - 03.2005
No Degree - Biology
University of Kentucky
No Degree - Biology
Transylvania University
Associate of Science - Biology
Kentucky State University
- Paramedic
- PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
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