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Henry Woodward

Vancouver

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Paramedic with extensive experience at International Life Support, excelling in advanced life support and critical decision-making. Proven ability to train teams and enhance patient care outcomes through effective communication and program management. Recognized for exceptional performance in high-pressure environments, ensuring safety and efficiency in emergency medical services.

Program manager and decision maker for all Pre-Hospital Emergency Medical Care services for the Department of Health, State of Hawaii.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paramedic

International Life Support
05.1977 - 08.1991
  • Administered advanced life support and emergency medical care to patients in high-pressure situations.
  • Collaborated with medical teams to evaluate patient conditions and determine appropriate treatment plans.
  • Trained and mentored junior paramedics on standard operating procedures and emergency response protocols.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of patients to ensure accurate diagnoses and effective interventions.

Acting Program Office, Emergency Medical Services

Department of Health
08.1979 - 03.1980

Responsible for all 911 ambulance services, all Paramedics and EMTs, and all emergency medical equipment for the State of Hawaii.

  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

US Navy Hospital Corpsman

US Navy Seabees
02.1967 - 10.1971
  • Assisted in patient care by supporting medical staff during examinations and treatments.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical supplies and equipment in clinical environments.
  • Learned basic emergency response protocols to ensure patient safety during crises.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to facilitate communication and improve patient outcomes.
  • Independent duty with Seabee Team in Vietnam 1970 - 1971 in active combat zone. Treated over five thousand patients. Awarded US Nave accommodation medal with Combat "V"

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Domestic Violence, English Composition

Washington State University
Pullman, WA
05-1991

Skills

  • Documentation and reporting
  • Advanced life support
  • Critical decision-making skills
  • Direct patient care
  • Program management decision maker

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of over two hundred staff members.
  • Finished the installation of line-of-sight 911 relay stations for all seven islands of the State of Hawaii.
  • Maintain all records for all ambulance companies, Paramedics and EMTs re-certification requirements and issuance of business licenses.
  • Managed all contracts for the provision of Pre-Hospital Emergency Medical Services by all ambulance companies for the State of Hawaii.

Certification

EMT Certification, State of Hawaii, Nevada, and Washington State

Paramedic Certification, State of Hawaii, Nevada, and Wash., State.

United States National Registry for Paramedics

Bachelor of Arts, Washington State University

In-vitro language Studies for Spanish, Mazatlan, Sinaloa, Mexico

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Acting Program Office, Emergency Medical Services

Department of Health
08.1979 - 03.1980

Paramedic

International Life Support
05.1977 - 08.1991

Bachelor of Arts - Domestic Violence, English Composition

Washington State University

US Navy Hospital Corpsman

US Navy Seabees
02.1967 - 10.1971