Madison Gaca
Baldwinsville,NY
Summary
Personable and dedicated with strong commitment to patient care and support. Possesses foundational knowledge in emergency medical care and life support procedures, alongside essential skills in patient assessment and first aid application. Geared towards making positive impact on patient outcomes and community health.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
WAVES
202 Bennett Rd Camillus, NY 13031
10.2024 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate and life-saving medical care.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Transported critically ill and injured patients to nearest medical center, using advanced life support equipment as needed.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
- Operated electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators or bag valve mask resuscitators in advanced life support environments.
- Inspected equipment and resolved deficiencies prior to in-service operations.
- 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.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Monitored patients' vital signs to assess condition and identify necessary medical interventions.
- Conducted end-of-shift cleaning, sanitation and resupply of equipment to promote organized, sanitary workstation.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Used defibrillators and oxygen tanks during patient care and transport, increasing chances of survival.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Emergency Medical Technician
WAVES
202 Bennett Rd Camillus, NY 13031
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
- Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
Emergency Medical Technician
Menter Ambulance
404 Ontario St Fulton, NY 13069
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
- Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY10-2024
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
- Pre-hospital care
Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) - National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- PreHospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) - National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
Timeline
Paramedic
WAVES
10.2024 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
WAVES
07.2023 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Menter Ambulance
09.2022 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Onondaga Community College
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