Jennifer Beck
Lexington,NC
Summary
Proactive Paramedic aiming to secure an opportunity to leverage commitment, compassion and reasoned thinking. Strong aptitude for executing quality care in high-pressure situations. Eager to utilize knowledge of emergency medicone to add an invaluable new facet to the Wake Forest Baptist team.
Dedicated Paramedic with 7 years of experience performing life saving techniques. Offering exceptional patient care, scene size-up and abilities.
Thorough Rowan county I am accustomed to patient evaluation and emergent care. Well-versed in emergency protocols and providing care in the field and during transport. Certified in ACLS and PALS.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Urgent Care
Kernersville, North Carolina
01.2024 - Current
- Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
- Monitored vital signs of patients and communicated changes to physicians or nurses in a timely manner.
- Performed basic diagnostic tests such as blood glucose monitoring, EKG readings and urine analysis.
- Administered oxygen therapy, intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by physician protocols.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Explained each step of treatment to conscious patients to reduce fear and invoke calm.
- Cleaned wounds and applied gauze and bandages to prevent infection.
Paramedic
Rowan County Emergency Services
Salisbury, NC
08.2019 - Current
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and help grasp new concepts.
- Provided onsite training
- Medication administration
- IV access and fluid bolus
- CPR
- EKG interpretations and treatment
- Lifting patients
Paramedic
Davidson County Emergency Services
Lexington, NC
01.2021 - 08.2024
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
EKG Technician
Wake Forest University
Winston Salem, NC
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Checked, tested and maintained cardiology equipment to uphold optimal diagnostic standards.
- Complete orders of EKGs all over hospital
- Put orders in for EKGS
- Performed equipment diagnostics, troubleshooting and evaluations.
Paramedic
NuCare Carolina
Salisbury, NC
10.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
- Delivered emergency care to individuals involved in motor vehicle accidents, falls and all incidents.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
- Performed stomach suction, airway management and heart monitoring to maintain consistent patient care during ambulance ride.
- Inserted IVs and administered oral and injectable medications.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic
Davidson County Community College
Thomasville, NC08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC05.2021
Skills
- Critical decision-making skills
- IV fluid replacement
- Respiratory care assessment
- Field patient assessments
- Administering medication
- Ambulance transport
- Written and verbal communication
- Vital sign assessment
- Patient evaluations
- Reporting and documentation
- CPR and First Aid
- Scene assessments
- Defibrillation and resuscitation
- IV and medication administration
- EKG procedures
- Aseptic technique
Certification
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- ASA in Science
- NC state certified Paramedic
- Field Training Officer
- Developing and Management of Field Training Officers
Timeline
Paramedic
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Urgent Care
01.2024 - Current
Paramedic
Davidson County Emergency Services
01.2021 - 08.2024
Paramedic
Rowan County Emergency Services
08.2019 - Current
EKG Technician
Wake Forest University
08.2018 - 08.2021
Paramedic
NuCare Carolina
10.2017 - 01.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic
Davidson County Community College
Bachelor of Science - Emergency Management
Western Carolina University
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- ASA in Science
- NC state certified Paramedic
- Field Training Officer
- Developing and Management of Field Training Officers
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