McKinna Coombs
Fountain Green ,UT
Summary
Seasoned Fire Fighter and Paramedic with extensive experience at Spanish Fork City, adept in emergency medical services and structural firefighting strategies. Demonstrated leadership and critical thinking abilities in high-pressure situations, significantly enhancing team efficiency and patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Fighter
Spanish Fork City
Spanish Fork, UT
12.2022 - Current
- Fire fighter/Paramedic on a quick response squad truck. I respond to fire calls, medicals as well as paramedic transports from Spanish Fork Hospital.
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Maintained optimal fire station conditions by overseeing daily equipment checks, facility repairs, and inventory management tasks.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Enhanced teamwork among crew members through regular training exercises and collaboration in high-pressure situations.
Paramedic
Payson City
Payson, UT
06.2022 - Current
- Deliver advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Deliver compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
Paramedic
Juab County
Nephi, UT
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
Paramedic
Sevier County EMS
Richfield, UT
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
Education
Bachelors - Emergency Services Management
Utah Valley University
Orem, UTParamedic -
Mohave Community College
Kingman, AZ05.2020
Diploma -
South Sevier High School
Monroe, UT05.2015
Skills
- Leadership Qualities
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Structural Firefighting Strategies
- Decision-Making Under Pressure
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Critical thinking abilities
- Wildland Firefighting Tactics
- Physical Fitness Maintenance
Accomplishments
- Deans List Mohave Community College
Certification
- Firefighter I Certification (FF I) - International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC).
- Firefighter II Certification (FF II) - International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC).
- Emergency Vehicle Operator Course Certificate– Various States' Departments of Transportation.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Paramedic Certification - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).
- Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Certification - Pro Board Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (ProBoard).
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Wildland Firefighter Certification - National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG).
- Incident Command System Certifications 100-400 Levels – Federal Emergency Management Agency.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Timeline
Fire Fighter
Spanish Fork City
12.2022 - Current
Paramedic
Payson City
06.2022 - Current
Paramedic
Juab County
04.2021 - 12.2022
Paramedic
Sevier County EMS
01.2020 - 12.2022
Bachelors - Emergency Services Management
Utah Valley University
Paramedic -
Mohave Community College
Diploma -
South Sevier High School