Morgan Long
Nelson,Virginia
Summary
Seasoned Medical professional certified in EMT-Basic with 16-year background in emergency medicine. Maintains composure and focus in high-pressure and critical circumstances. Utilizes sound judgment and reasoned thinking to triage patients and delegate tasks.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Mecklenburg County EMS
06.2023 - Current
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient conditions, utilizing critical thinking skills to determine optimal courses of action.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers, relaying vital information about patient conditions and incident locations for timely responses.
- Operated emergency vehicles safely and efficiently, adhering to traffic regulations while prioritizing the well-being of patients during transport.
- Documented accurate patient care reports, maintaining comprehensive records for future reference by healthcare professionals.
- Monitored vital signs continuously throughout transports, identifying subtle changes that could indicate a worsening condition or potential complications requiring intervention by more qualified medical personnel.
- Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions and certifications, licenses and registrations.
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Mecklenburg County Lifesaving And Rescue Squad
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Completed and submitted field care report, patient billing and trip ticket and daily driver unit checkout form to facilitate record-keeping requirements.
- Assisted with equipment inventory checks and restocking supplies as needed, guaranteeing that all necessary tools were readily available for efficient response times.
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Patient Transport Systems Inc.
02.2019 - 06.2022
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
- Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions and certifications, licenses and registrations.
- Responded to over 10 daily Transport calls to provide quick and compassionate medical assistance and care for patients
Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic
Lifestar Ambulance Inc
02.2012 - 02.2019
- Performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Administered infusion, medications and intubation.
- Interpreted limited histories and used physical examinations to identify potential underlying critical issues.
- Monitored patients for changes, and reviewed and revised plans accordingly.
- Inspected vehicle, medical supplies and equipment during down time.
- Kept vehicles ready for emergencies by cleaning them and keeping medical supplies stocked.
- Demonstrated high standards of performance, including teamwork, communication and compassion.
- Strictly protected confidentiality of all information related to patient care activities and EMS operations.
Emergency Medical Technician
Patient Transport Systems Inc
11.2010 - 02.2012
- Performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Interpreted limited histories and used physical examinations to identify potential underlying critical issues.
- Monitored patients for changes, and reviewed and revised plans accordingly.
- Inspected vehicle, medical supplies and equipment during down time.
- Kept vehicles ready for emergencies by cleaning them and keeping medical supplies stocked.
- Strictly protected confidentiality of all information related to patient care activities and EMS operations.
- Responded to over 10 daily Transport calls to provide quick and compassionate medical assistance and care for patients
Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic
Warren County EMS Station 3
11.2010 - 02.2012
- Performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Responded to dispatched emergency assignments quickly and safely.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Administered infusion, medications and intubation.
- Performed cardiac pacing and needle thoracotomy with great care and expertise.
- Interpreted limited histories and used physical examinations to identify potential underlying critical issues.
- Monitored patients for changes, and reviewed and revised plans accordingly.
- Inspected vehicle, medical supplies and equipment during down time.
- Promoted team effort when working with dispatch center, external public safety agencies and health care providers.
- Demonstrated high standards of performance, including teamwork, communication and compassion.
- Kept vehicles ready for emergencies by cleaning them and keeping medical supplies stocked.
- Strictly protected confidentiality of all information related to patient care activities and EMS operations.
- Responded to over 15 daily emergency calls to provide quick and compassionate medical assistance and care for patients
Education
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic
Vance-Granville Community College
Henderson, NC2012
High School Diploma - undefined
Bluestone Senior High school
Skipwith VA2005
Skills
- Sound decision maker
- Spinal immobilization methods
- Current Virginia driver's license
- Rapid patient assessments
- Calm under pressure
- Safe emergency vehicle driver
- Fast thinking
- Quick Learner
- Outstanding interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Well organized
- Computer proficient
- First Aid/CPR
Certification
- NIMS 100,200,700 ,800
- CPR
- EMT-Basic
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Mecklenburg County EMS
06.2023 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Mecklenburg County Lifesaving And Rescue Squad
06.2022 - 06.2023
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Patient Transport Systems Inc.
02.2019 - 06.2022
Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic
Lifestar Ambulance Inc
02.2012 - 02.2019
Emergency Medical Technician
Patient Transport Systems Inc
11.2010 - 02.2012
Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic
Warren County EMS Station 3
11.2010 - 02.2012
Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic
Vance-Granville Community College
High School Diploma - undefined
Bluestone Senior High school
- NIMS 100,200,700 ,800
- CPR
- EMT-Basic
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