Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Training
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Luis A. Cordova Leyva

Homestead

Summary

Proactive Emergency Medical Technician with experience executing quality care in high-pressure situations. Deep knowledge in treatment and care of ill and injured patients, as well as outstanding team communication skills. Proudly demonstrated commitment, compassion and reasoned thinking while performing tasks rapidly to enhance patient outcomes. Focused Emergency Medical Technician with extensive experience in field triage and emergent medical care. Responds to dispatch directions. Assesses patient needs and communicates with dispatchers and healthcare facilities to arrange further treatment. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed to upholding patient safety, privacy, and clinical excellence on every call. In addition Certified Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor with experience teaching AHA guidelines to healthcare workers, first responders, and the public. Skilled in hands-on instruction for CPR, AED use, and airway management for all age groups. Experienced in evaluating student performance, managing classes, and maintaining AHA compliance. Dedicated to promoting life-saving skills and improving emergency response in the community.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Medical Technician

E-Care Ambulance
11.2022 - Current
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
  • Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
  • Developed strong report with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
  • Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
  • Asked patients questions about over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drug activity to identify side effects or signs of overdose. Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.
  • Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
  • assisted paramedics with advanced life support (ALS) interventions, including IV setup, cardiac monitor preparation, and medication administration. I provided basic life support (BLS), performing CPR, managing airways using OPA, NPA, and BVM techniques, and utilizing AEDs as needed. I administered oxygen therapy through nasal cannulas, non-rebreather masks, and bag-valve masks, depending on patient needs. In addition, I performed wound care, bleeding control, splinting, and spinal immobilization to stabilize patients during transport. Throughout all calls, I delivered compassionate and culturally competent care in both emergency and non-emergency situations.

Emergency Medical Technician

Miami Dade Ambulance
01.2022 - 10.2022
  • Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
  • Trained new hires by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
  • Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety of first responders.
  • Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
  • Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.

Education

Certification - Emergency Medical Technitian

Miami Dade College
08.2022

High School Diploma -

Palm Glades Preparatory Academy
Miami, FL
05-2020

Skills

  • Medical Data Acquisition
  • Ambulance Transport
  • Respiratory Care Assessment
  • Critical Decision-Making Skills
  • Basic Trauma Life Support
  • Injury and Illness Treatment
  • Emergency Vehicle Driving
  • Medical Equipment Maintenance
  • Basic life support
  • Skilled in teaching Basic Life Support (BLS) techniques including CPR, AED use, and airway management
  • CPR and first aid
  • Critical decision-making skills
  • Pre-hospital care
  • Airway management
  • Patient assessments
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Accomplishments

    * Safely operate emergency vehicles while transporting patients in both emergency and non-emergency situations; maintain a clean driving record and strong safety performance under pressure.

    *Collaborate with ALS, BLS, and CCT crews to deliver efficient, high-quality prehospital care across Palm Beach and Monroe Counties.

    *Perform daily equipment and vehicle inspections to ensure full readiness, including oxygen levels, suction units, and medical supplies

    Well-versed in Advanced Life Support (ALS) equipment, including LifePak cardiac monitors, IV setups, airway kits, and medication preparation for paramedic-led interventions.

    *Confident and experienced in providing care and continuous monitoring for pediatric patients, including those with special needs, during non-emergency transports.

    *Developed strong skills in completing transfer-of-care documentation and receiving accurate reports to ensure safe, seamless patient handoffs.

    *Participated in company-led training sessions to enhance clinical skills, operational knowledge, and emergency preparedness.

    *Serve as a mentor to new EMTs by providing hands-on training, sharing practical knowledge, and ensuring they gain the necessary skills and confidence before independent assignment.

    *Support 911 operations by backing up Ocean Reef EMS, gaining valuable emergency response experience.

    *Participate in hurricane and disaster deployments, delivering patient care in high-demand, austere conditions.

    Recognized as Employee of the Year 2024 for exceptional service, leadership, and dedication to patient care and team development.

Certification

  • High School Diploma/05-2020
  • Basic Life Support Card (BLS)/03-2024
  • Basic Life Support Instructor ( BLS)/08-2024
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)/08-2022
  • EVOC/05-2021

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Training

Miami Dade College-First responder class.

Miami Dade College-Emergency Medical Technician course.

Miami Dade College — Successfully completed all prerequisite coursework and general education classes required for admission to the Nursing Program.

Push Hard CPR — Certified Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor, completed instructor training course.

Timeline

Emergency Medical Technician

E-Care Ambulance
11.2022 - Current

Emergency Medical Technician

Miami Dade Ambulance
01.2022 - 10.2022

Certification - Emergency Medical Technitian

Miami Dade College

High School Diploma -

Palm Glades Preparatory Academy

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