Maximo Cruz
Norfolk,VA
Summary
Four years of experience in the United States Army. Enthusiastic individual eager to contribute to team's success through hard work, attention to detail. Works exceptionally well with teams and individually. Highly self-motivated, hard working with strong work ethics as demonstrated by consistent awards and promotions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Combat Medic Specialist (68W)
United States Army
06.2020 - 07.2023
- Performing life saving medical interventions under direct stress and in austere environments
- Leading charge for instructing multiple combat life saving courses to 30+ service members
- Signed for, secured, and administered selective range of narcotics to patients
- Successfully treated and rehabilitated ill and injured service members on base resulting in increase in unit readiness
- Effective decision-maker in high-pressure situations
- Worked closely with Norwegian and Canadian National Armies as well as other Native Forces in Joint Training Operations
- Trained new recruits in all department processes and procedures
- Worked directly with Physician Assistants and Surgeons rendering aid under widened scope of practice
- Operated and maintained military ambulances and equipment
- Maintained patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
- Assisted in administration of vaccinations, logged medical records, and assessed medical issues for numerous service members
- Proficient in Airborne Operations
- Specialized training in mitigating potential injuries and treating cold weather injuries in arctic environment
- Responsible for providing pre-hospital care for service members in jump related injuries to include bleeding control, treatment for shock, bandaging wounds, and immobilizing broken bones.
Busboy
Emilio's Pizzeria
06.2016 - 07.2019
- Removing tableware like dishes and utensils to keep tables from getting too crowded
- Clearing tables of dirty utensils, napkins, dishes and cleaning surfaces so that they're ready for next guests
- Ensuring availability of clean dishes, flatware, glasses, straws and napkins for tables
- Helping Dishwashers by sorting and organizing used tableware and readying it for washing
- Delivering food and helping with refills to aid Food Servers during peak restaurant hours
- Cleaning spills in the kitchen and dining areas
- Keeping restrooms clean.
Education
U.S. Army Airborne School
Fort Benning, GA05.2020
Combat Medic Specialist Advanced Individual Train.
Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston 05.2020
Certified National Registered EMT-B
Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston 01.2020
Basic Life Support And CPR Certified (Red Cross)
Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Greenport Union Free School District
Greenport, NY06.2019
Skills
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Time Management Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Detailed Oriented
- Good Listening Skills
- Motivated Team Player
- Multi-Tasking Abilities
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Strong Communication Skills
- Calm Under Pressure
Accomplishments
- Airborne Qualified - Combat Medic
- Frequently assigned additional duties and responsibilities.
- Obtained and maintained NREMT-B certification and BLS certification.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
Awards
Army Commendation Medal Army Achievement Medal (2nd Award) Army Good Conduct Medal National Defense Service Medal Overseas Service Ribbon Parachutist Badge
Timeline
Combat Medic Specialist (68W)
United States Army
06.2020 - 07.2023
Busboy
Emilio's Pizzeria
06.2016 - 07.2019
U.S. Army Airborne School
Combat Medic Specialist Advanced Individual Train.
Certified National Registered EMT-B
Basic Life Support And CPR Certified (Red Cross)
High School Diploma -
Greenport Union Free School District