Luigi Hernandez
Uniondale,NY
Summary
Certified, entry-level Emergency Medical Technician with educational background adept at learning processes associated with assessing emergencies and delivering exceptional problem-solving and decision-making processes. Highly-skilled emergency services professional calmly and quickly assesses medical situations. Enthusiastic EMT eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of patient care and patient satisfaction and training in ParaMedicine. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in EMS.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
NYU Medical Center
02.2024 - 07.2025
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
Emergency Medical Technician
Northwell Health
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
Head Waiter
The Carltun
09.2016 - 09.2021
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Stayed up-to-date on menu changes to offer current and accurate information and help customers select optimal meal choices based on individual preferences.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
Emergency Medical Technician
Assist Ambulance
04.2020 - 11.2020
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Used proper tools to administer treatments in life or death situations with accuracy, safety and speed.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Neuroscience
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NYParamedic Certification - Paramedicine
St Johns University
175-05 Horace Harding Expressway 03.2024
Skills
- EMR / EHR
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Patient Management
- Medical Records Management
- Ambulance driving
- Pre-hospital Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Problem resolution
Asking medical professionals questions to further enhance my knowledge and skills.
I believe asking questions is very important and necessary to be able to educate your peers and implying what you learn to expand one's capabilities.
Timeline
Paramedic
NYU Medical Center
02.2024 - 07.2025
Emergency Medical Technician
Northwell Health
01.2021 - 01.2025
Emergency Medical Technician
Assist Ambulance
04.2020 - 11.2020
Head Waiter
The Carltun
09.2016 - 09.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Neuroscience
Nassau Community College
Paramedic Certification - Paramedicine
St Johns University
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