Micah Meador
Tyler
Summary
Driven paramedic with strong documentation skills and critical decision-making abilities. Committed to providing compassionate care and mentoring new team members, ensuring a supportive environment that prioritizes patient safety and effective emergency response.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Palestine Regional Medical Center
Palestine, TX
04.2025 - Current
- Administered emergency medical care, including CPR and advanced life support techniques.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to assess patient needs and develop treatment plans.
- Operated medical equipment, ensuring proper functionality for patient care delivery.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with legal requirements.
- Responded swiftly to emergency calls, demonstrating adaptability in high-pressure situations.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-treatment care instructions.
- Participated in continuous training programs to enhance skills and knowledge in emergency medicine.
- Assisted in mentoring new paramedics, fostering a supportive learning environment within the team.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Liaised with police, fire department and other emergency responders to manage emergency scenes.
Paramedic
Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital
Nacogdoches, TX
03.2022 - 04.2025
- Worked en route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- 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.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Streamlined patient handoff processes at hospitals by clearly communicating relevant information to receiving staff, ensuring seamless continuity of care.
- Assisted in training new paramedics by serving as a preceptor and sharing clinical expertise during ride-alongs.
- Increased survival rates with rapid recognition of life-threatening conditions and swift initiation of appropriate interventions.
- Coordinated with other emergency services personnel such as police officers and firefighters during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.
- Promoted health equity within the community by offering culturally sensitive care to diverse populations while respecting individual preferences or needs.
- Managed challenging or combative patients using de-escalation techniques and appropriate physical restraints when necessary, prioritizing safety for both the patient and medical team.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
- Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote good patient care.
- Communicated patient information and updates to hospital staff for smooth transition.
Paramedic
Acadian Ambulance
Lufkin, TX
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops to stay current on best practices in pre-hospital emergency medicine.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to correct electrolyte imbalances and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Assisted with quality assurance initiatives by reviewing patient care reports and offering constructive feedback to improve overall performance within the organization.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Contributed to community outreach efforts by participating in public education events on CPR, first aid, and emergency preparedness.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Performed thorough vehicle inspections before and after shifts to maintain operational readiness and ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Took patient health histories and asked questions to determine cause of illness or injury.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
- Monitored patients' vital signs to assess condition and identify necessary medical interventions.
- Inspected equipment and resolved deficiencies prior to in-service operations.
- Coordinated with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to assess patient needs and develop treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-treatment care instructions.
- Assisted in mentoring new paramedics, fostering a supportive learning environment within the team.
Education
High School Diploma -
Trinity Valley Community College
Athens, TX06-2018
No Degree - Nursing
Tyler Junior College
Troup, TXEMT-Paramedic - Paramedicine
Angelina College
Lufkin, TX11-2021
EMT-B, Structural Firefighter I & II - Emergency Medicine
Tyler Junior College
Troup, TX11-2019
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient management
- Patient assessments
- Emergency management
- Emergency diagnostics
- Mental health crisis management
- Medical history collection
- Bedside reporting
- Patient support and assistance
Timeline
Paramedic
Palestine Regional Medical Center
04.2025 - Current
Paramedic
Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital
03.2022 - 04.2025
Paramedic
Acadian Ambulance
01.2020 - 03.2022
No Degree - Nursing
Tyler Junior College
High School Diploma -
Trinity Valley Community College
EMT-Paramedic - Paramedicine
Angelina College
EMT-B, Structural Firefighter I & II - Emergency Medicine
Tyler Junior College