Morgan Moretz

Critical Care Paramedic EMS Contractor supporting US Army [united medevac solution], [san antonio tx], June -2025 – Present

• Provided advanced critical care transport and enroute life support for critically ill/injured military personnel and beneficiaries during ground ambulance operations, managing complex cases including mechanical ventilation, vasoactive drips, hemodynamic monitoring, invasive lines, and multi-organ failure in compliance with military medical protocols and civilian critical care standards
• Performed rapid scene assessment, stabilization, and advanced interventions for trauma, medical emergencies, and inter-facility transfers, including RSI/advanced airway management, needle decompression, surgical cricothyrotomy, damage control resuscitation, and blood product administration to optimize outcomes during ground evacuation to military treatment facilities.
• Collaborated with US Army medical teams, physicians, PAs, nurses, and combat medics to ensure seamless patient handoffs, continuum of care from point of injury or facility transfer through ground transport, and adherence to TCCC, ATP, and joint service enroute care standards in support of military readiness.
• Operated and maintained specialized critical care equipment on ground platforms such as high-end monitors, infusion pumps, ventilators, balloon pump, conducting rigorous pre-mission inspections, troubleshooting, and inventory management to achieve 100% mission readiness and equipment accountability in contract-supported Army operations.
• Administered and titrated critical medications (sedatives, paralytics, vasopressors, analgesics) while continuously monitoring and adjusting therapies to maintain patient stability during prolonged or high-risk ground transports in garrison, training, or deployed-like environments.
• Responded to high-acuity emergencies, mass casualty events, and urgent inter-facility transfers on military installations/ranges, prioritizing triage, resource allocation, and rapid decision-making under pressure to enhance survivability and support force health protection missions.
• Documented all patient encounters, interventions, vital trends, and outcomes using electronic health record systems (military and civilian-compatible), facilitating accurate reporting, quality assurance, after-action reviews, and compliance with contract performance metrics.
• Trained and mentored military medics, junior EMS personnel, and support staff on critical care transport protocols, advanced procedures, and equipment use, contributing to enhanced unit medical proficiency and contract deliverables for Army healthcare support.
• Ensured strict adherence to safety, infection control, HIPAA-equivalent standards, and vehicle/operational protocols during ground CCT missions, minimizing risks to patients, crew, and assets while supporting DoD mission requirements.
• Managed Class VIII medical supplies, narcotics accountability, and vehicle/equipment resupply, maintaining operational sustainability and contract compliance

• Served as Field Training Officer, mentoring and evaluating new paramedics, EMTs, students, third riders, and interns during field orientation and ride-along phases to ensure safe, competent transition to independent practice in accordance with AMR training programs and state EMS standards.
• Conducted hands-on field training, coaching, and progressive evaluations for new hires in rural EMS operations, providing real-time feedback, remediation, and performance documentation to build proficiency in patient assessment, advanced interventions, and decision-making under variable conditions.
• Delivered high-quality pre-hospital emergency medical care as a lead paramedic on 911 responses, interfacility transfers, and critical calls across expansive rural areas, managing trauma, cardiac emergencies, medical crises, and obstetrical/pediatric cases with limited resources and long transport times.
• Performed advanced life support procedures including advanced airway management (intubation/RSI), IV/IO access, medication administration, cardiac monitoring/defibrillation, and trauma stabilization while adhering to AMR protocols, New Mexico EMS guidelines, and national standards
• Acted as a role model and mentor to crew members, promoting safety, professionalism, customer service, and teamwork during high-stress incidents, shift operations, and daily station duties in remote/rural environments with extended response distances.
• Responded to diverse emergency calls in underserved rural communities, including motor vehicle accidents on highways, agricultural injuries, wilderness/isolated incidents, and medical emergencies in low-population areas, prioritizing rapid scene management and safe transport to appropriate facilities.
• Maintained and operated ambulance equipment, conducted daily vehicle/medical supply checks, and ensured operational readiness for rural deployments, including navigation in challenging terrain, weather, and limited cell coverage.
• Documented patient care reports, training evaluations, and incident details using electronic PCR systems,
• Collaborated with local hospitals, fire departments, law enforcement, and rural first responders to facilitate seamless patient handoffs, coordinate mass casualty responses, and support community EMS needs in geographically dispersed regions.
• Continuously updated certifications NRP, ACLS, PALS, PHTLS/ITLS) and participated in ongoing education to maintain expertise in rural EMS challenges, such as prolonged scene times, weather-related delays, and resource scarcity.

• Served as second-in-command to the Fire Chief in a rural/combination fire-EMS department, assuming full command during absences and directing daily operations, emergency responses, and administrative functions for a team of firefighters, EMTs/paramedics, and support staff.
• Oversaw EMS program coordination, including protocol development with Medical Director, quality assurance reviews of patient care reports, continuous quality improvement and compliance with state/federal regulations, resulting in improvement in documentation accuracy or patient outcome metrics.
• Supervised and evaluated fire suppression, EMS response, training, and prevention divisions. led personnel scheduling, performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, and hiring recommendations to maintain operational readiness in a high-call-volume rural setting.
• Coordinated multi-agency emergency responses, including mutual aid agreements, hazardous materials incidents, vehicle extrications, and agricultural/trauma calls common in rural areas, enhancing interagency collaboration and reducing scene times by minutes on average.
• Developed, implemented, and managed department policies, procedures, and emergency operations plans for fire, EMS, and disaster response, ensured alignment with NFPA standards, OSHA requirements, and local protocols while adapting to limited staffing and resources.
• Managed EMS-specific operations, including supply/equipment ordering, ambulance readiness checks, medical inventory control, and billing/reporting coordination, minimizing downtime and supporting seamless patient transports to regional hospitals.
• Led training programs for fire and EMS personnel, including hands-on drills, certification courses and annual competency evaluations and improved response preparedness through scenario-based exercises.
• Assisted in budget preparation, monitoring, and grant applications for fire/EMS equipment, vehicles, and training; secured funding or optimized resource allocation to maintain operational efficiency within constrained rural budgets.
• Responded to and commanded incidents as needed , structure fires, cardiac arrests, MVCs with entrapments, providing on-scene leadership, resource allocation, and post-incident debriefs to enhance team performance and safety.
• Represented the department in community outreach, public education programs, and regional EMS/fire committees; built partnerships with hospitals, law enforcement, and emergency management to improve rural response capabilities and community safety.
• Conducted risk assessments, station inspections, and apparatus/equipment maintenance oversight.
• Maintained accurate records for personnel training, incident reports, EMS patient care documentation, and regulatory submissions using electronic systems, supporting audits and reimbursement processes.

• Delivered rapid patient triage, vital signs monitoring, and initial stabilization for daily patients in a high-acuity rural ER, reducing average door-to-provider time through efficient prioritization and team coordination.
• Performed phlebotomy, 12-lead EKGs, point-of-care testing and specimen collection ensuring accurate results for timely physician decision-making in resource-limited settings.
• Assisted physicians and RNs during critical procedures including CPR, defibrillation, intubation support, wound care, splinting, and orthopedic interventions, contributing to successful resuscitations and patient stabilizations in trauma and cardiac emergencies.
• Maintained full stocking and organization of ER rooms, crash carts, and supply areas in a rural facility with limited inventory turnover, minimizing delays during peak volumes and after-hours shifts by conducting daily restocks and equipment checks.
• Transported patients safely to radiology, CT, inpatient units, or helipad for airlift transfers common in rural trauma cases, while monitoring vital signs and providing en-route basic life support.
• Supported diverse patient populations including pediatric, geriatric, and agricultural/occupational injuries typical in rural communities, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and adaptability to varied case acuity.
• Documented patient care, vital signs, and interventions in electronic health records, facilitating seamless handoffs and compliance in a fast-paced, understaffed environment.
• Collaborated closely with multidisciplinary rural ER teams to manage surges from motor vehicle accidents, farm injuries, and seasonal illnesses, improving overall department throughput and patient satisfaction.
• Responded effectively to code situations and rapid response activations, providing immediate technical support such as airway management prep, IV setup, and cardiac monitoring to enhance team response times.
• Ensured infection control and room turnover by cleaning, disinfecting, and preparing bays between patients, maintaining a safe environment during high-volume periods and limited housekeeping support.