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Michael Brown

Pryor

Summary

Dynamic Paramedic with extensive experience at Northwest Medical Center,Springdale Fire Department, and META EMS excelling in patient assessments and documentation. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective teamwork and triaging in high-pressure environments. Skilled in advanced medical procedures, consistently delivering exceptional outcomes in emergency situations. Committed to continuous improvement and quality patient service.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paramedic

Springdale Fire Department
03.2017 - 10.2024
  • Was a part of the department's "Continuous Quality Improvement" committee where responsibilities included reviewing and critiquing patient care reports.
  • Used software to accurately document services provided to reduce liability and improve patient care.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
  • Responded to over 5,000 medical emergencies
  • Trained in Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Advanced Medical Life Support, and Pre-hospital trauma life support.

Firefighter

Springdale Fire Department
03.2017 - 10.2024
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Responded to confined space incidents, EMS and hazardous material incidents.
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
  • Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
  • Assessed active fires and consulted with fire chief to devise optimal approach and containment strategies.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.

Soldier

U.S. Army
03.2013 - Current
  • Lead group of 7 soldiers in a deployed, combat environment.
  • Supervised more than 6 million dollars in high-value equipment, maintaining zero loss record over 3 years.
  • Served in on-call capacity for last-minute or late-night taskings from leadership.
  • Responded to and assisted in medical emergencies.
  • Performed duties professionally for 8+ years without any negative counselings/reprimands.
  • Deployed domestically, in a leadership role, to hostile situations/riots. No injuries or equipment loss sustained.

Paramedic

Northwest Medical Center - Springdale
01.2022 - Current
  • EMS liaison for local emergency services, sending weekly emails about patient diagnoses on critical patients, new hospital policies, and number of patients cared for by each agency, to better improve continuity of care and patient outcomes.
  • Assigned to the "code team," and responded to all cardiac arrest within the hospital to perform various ACLS skills.
  • Assigned to and cared for up to four patients at one single time with various levels of medical acuity.
  • Averaged ten patients appointed to my care per shift
  • Became competent and knowledgeable in many pharmaceuticals that paramedics are traditionally not trained in.
  • Knowledgeable in IV pump, and ventilator operation and troubleshooting.

PARAMEDIC

MESTA
03.2024 - Current
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Delivered 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.
  • Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine

NorthWest Arkansas Community College
Bentonville, AR
05.2020

Skills

  • Documentation
  • Teamwork
  • Patient Assessments
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Medical procedures within paramedics scope of practice
  • Triaging

Certification

  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • PHTLS
  • AMLS
  • CPR
  • NRP

Timeline

PARAMEDIC

MESTA
03.2024 - Current

Paramedic

Northwest Medical Center - Springdale
01.2022 - Current

Paramedic

Springdale Fire Department
03.2017 - 10.2024

Firefighter

Springdale Fire Department
03.2017 - 10.2024

Soldier

U.S. Army
03.2013 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine

NorthWest Arkansas Community College

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