Nona Fahler
Summary
Accomplished Advanced EMT with a proven track record at American EMS, LLC, adept in airway management and fostering interdepartmental teamwork. Excelled in high-pressure environments, significantly enhancing patient stabilization and care. Skilled in both advanced life support and critical decision-making, consistently delivering compassionate and efficient emergency medical services. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced EMT
American EMS, LLC
04.2019 - Current
- Responded efficiently to a wide variety of medical emergencies by utilizing advanced clinical decision-making skills.
- Assisted with complex extrication's and rescues, ensuring timely response to emergencies and minimizing further injury or harm.
- Provided compassionate care to patients of all ages, earning commendations from patients and colleagues for professionalism and empathy.
- Performed advanced airway management techniques, resulting in improved oxygenation and ventilation for patients with respiratory distress.
- Administered intravenous fluids as necessary to stabilize patients'' conditions before arrival at the hospital facilities.
- Acted as a liaison between EMS personnel, police officers, and fire department members during emergency responses, fostering teamwork and efficient communication across departments.
- Implemented effective on-scene management during mass casualty incidents, prioritizing resources and coordinating efforts with other responders.
Non Emergency EMS Transport
Ambustat EMS, LLC
11.2017 - 04.2019
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the dispatch center through constructive feedback, collaboration, and proactive problem-solving efforts.
- Contributed to overall team morale by fostering an inclusive, supportive work environment that encouraged collaboration, open communication, and mutual respect among colleagues.
- Guaranteed accuracy in caller information gathering by meticulously verifying addresses, phone numbers, and other essential data points before concluding calls.
- Increased accuracy in resource allocation by regularly updating the internal database with accurate unit availability information.
- Demonstrated adaptability under pressure by managing high call volumes during peak periods while maintaining composure and professionalism.
- Enhanced communication efficiency by implementing a streamlined dispatch system for non-emergency services.
- Improved dispatcher-caller rapport through active listening and clear verbal communication skills.
- Provided timely assistance to callers, offering guidance on non-emergency procedures and connecting them with appropriate support services.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local geography, enabling swift identification of caller location and optimal routing of service units.
- Reduced response times for non-emergency situations by effectively prioritizing calls and allocating resources.
- Communicated with drivers and personnel to coordinate timely delivery of goods and materials.
Corrections Ofc, SGT
Carroll County Prison
02.2011 - 04.2016
- Managed emergency situations effectively by executing well-coordinated response plans with precision.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations through diligent audits and documentation management.
- Conducted thorough investigations into alleged misconduct or criminal activity within the facility, ensuring accurate evidence collection and proper follow-up actions were taken.
- Implemented innovative strategies that contributed significantly towards reducing instances related escapes from our institution; thus resulting fewer public safety risks outside prison walls.
- Reduced inmate altercations through proactive conflict resolution techniques and clear communication.
- Developed strong relationships with community organizations to facilitate successful inmate reintegration upon release.
- Improved facility safety by implementing effective security measures and protocols.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism among staff by enforcing strict adherence to departmental standards and expectations.
- Evaluated employee performances regularly; providing constructive feedback designed help individuals reach their full potential professionally while also promoting overall team success through collaboration, shared goals, mutual respect among all members involved.
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
- Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors, and employees for signs of suspicious behavior.
- Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Supervised 7 employees and performance of tasks and managing 200 offenders.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Verified all prison visitors carried proper identification and had no contraband before entering institution.
- Assigned officer tasks such as cleaning cells and stocking clean laundry to keep prison running efficiently.
Corrections Officer CO2
Georgia Dept Of Corrections
10.2006 - 01.2011
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
- Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
- Prevented contraband introduction through diligent cell searches and visitor screenings.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
- Reduced escape attempts, crimes and other hazardous activity through close observation and situational awareness.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently documenting incidents, medical issues, and daily activities.
- Led inmate work crews completing maintenance, construction, farming and operations activities.
- Examined incoming and outgoing mail to detect contraband.
- Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.
- Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals and work sites.
- Authored incident reports for management on violations and discrepancies.
- Oversaw and maintained custody of 172 inmates in maximum security.
- Routinely counted inmates and in response to potential security breaches.
- Assisted in the coordination of educational and vocational programs to support inmate reintegration into society.
- Sanctioned regulatory compliance while managing visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks and cell assessments.
- Streamlined inmate processing procedures for improved efficiency during intake, transfer, and release periods.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Investigated and responded to incidents of inmate misconduct.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
Education
No Degree - Advanced EMT
Faithful Guardian Training Center
Temple, GA01.2024
No Degree - EMT-B
Faithful Guarding Training Center
Temple, GA06.2018
High School Diploma -
Engadine Con Hight School
Engadine, MI06.1990
Skills
- Airway Management
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced Life Support
- Cardiac monitoring
- Geriatric Care
- Behavioral Emergencies
- Emergency medical care
- Vehicle operation
- Pediatric Care
- Scene Management
- Critical decision-making skills
- Safe Driving
- Basic Life Support
- Vital sign assessment
- Bleeding control
- CPR and First Aid
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Transport
- Patient Triage
- Ambulance driving
- Medication Administration
- Emergency patient triage
- Patient Stabilization
- Emergency Management
- Patient Management
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Pre-hospital Care
- Supply Restocking
- Foreign body removal
- Triaging
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Medical equipment usage
- Prehospital Care
- Advanced Lifesaving Procedures
- Venipuncture Procedures
- Medical History Recording
- Mass Casualty Protocols
- Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)
- Neonatal Resuscitation
Certification
- AEMT - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
Timeline
Advanced EMT
American EMS, LLC
04.2019 - Current
Non Emergency EMS Transport
Ambustat EMS, LLC
11.2017 - 04.2019
Corrections Ofc, SGT
Carroll County Prison
02.2011 - 04.2016
Corrections Officer CO2
Georgia Dept Of Corrections
10.2006 - 01.2011
No Degree - Advanced EMT
Faithful Guardian Training Center
No Degree - EMT-B
Faithful Guarding Training Center
High School Diploma -
Engadine Con Hight School
- AEMT - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
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