Lindsay Pruitt
Paramedic
Lawsonville,NC
Summary
Focused Paramedic well-versed in patient assessment and emergency care. Reliable and efficient with 7 years of quality performance in patient care. Accustomed to providing critical care in dynamic environments. Driven clinical FTO and preceptor with experience in classroom settings, and excited to bring a multi-role background in emergency medical services and education to growing organization. Focused on helping students and fellow employees achieve personal and professional goals while improving patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
17
17
Certificates
Work History
Paramedic
Stokes County Emergency Medical Services
Danbury, NC
03.2018 - Current
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- 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.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Adjunct EMS Instructor
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-Salem, NC
02.2022 - Current
- Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Analyzed clinical settings' success in helping students achieve course and program outcomes.
- Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
- Delivered individualized instruction on observation, assessment, decision-making and patient health teaching.
- Evaluated students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Implemented new educational techniques to boost student comprehension while reducing learning time.
Emergency Medical Technician
Lifestar Emergency Services
Winston-Salem, NC
03.2017 - 04.2018
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
- Provided patient families with post-medical care instructions.
- Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors.
- Trained new EMTs on proper protocols and procedures.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Educated public on emergency medical services.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Education
Emergency And Disaster Management -
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC 01.2023 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-salem, NC 06.2015 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
North Stokes High School
Danbury, NC 08.2011 - 06.2014
Skills
Teambuilding
undefinedCertification
EMS Officer Field Training Officer
Accomplishments
2023 Handtevy Challenge Coin Recipient
Timeline
Principles of Ethics and Leadership
11-2023
Critical Incident Stress Management
06-2023
EMS Officer II Operations
04-2023
EMS Officer II Compliance
04-2023
NC Level I EMS Paramedic Instructor
04-2023
Field Training Evaluation Program
03-2023
Aquatic Incident Management System
03-2023
NC EMS Leadership Academy
02-2023
BLS Provider
02-2023
Emergency And Disaster Management -
Western Carolina University
01.2023 - Current
EMS Officer I
12-2022
ICS 300
11-2022
ICS 400
11-2022
Small Unmanned Aircraft System
11-2022
EMS Officer Field Training Officer
10-2022
Adjunct EMS Instructor
Forsyth Technical Community College
02.2022 - Current
NC EMS Instructor Methodology
12-2020
BLS Instructor
10-2020
Crisis Intervention Team
03-2019
Paramedic
Stokes County Emergency Medical Services
03.2018 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Lifestar Emergency Services
03.2017 - 04.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services
Forsyth Technical Community College
06.2015 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
North Stokes High School
08.2011 - 06.2014
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