Obed Rawlins
Summary
Professional and Dependable;Committed Paramedic offering proven history of exercising strong judgment in high-pressure situations. Skilled in patient needs assessment and critical care. Detail-oriented and compassionate with expansive knowledge of Emergency Medicine in the field.. Focused Paramedic well-versed in patient assessment and emergency care. Reliable and efficient with years of quality performance in patient-facing. Accustomed to providing care in dynamic environments.
A well seasoned Paramedic. I have held multiple positions through out my employment. had held position in field training, Sargent, Lieutenant. Captain and Operations Chief. was a flight Paramedic and have had extensive training in Urban Search and rescue as well. Focused Paramedic well-versed in patient assessment and emergency care. Reliable and efficient with years of quality performance in all aspects of patient care.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
South Georgia Medical Center
Valdosta Georgia
05.2015 - 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.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
Paramedic
SGA EMS
Quitman, GA
07.2013 - 05.2015
- 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.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
Paramedic
Thomas County EMS
Thomasville, GA
06.2008 - 06.2012
- 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.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
FireFighter/Paramedic
Flagler County Emergency Service
Flagler County Fl.
03.1993 - 06.2007
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Utilized technical expertise in operating specialized firefighting equipment such as aerial ladders, hydraulic extrication tools, and thermal imaging cameras.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
Education
Flagler-Palm Coast High School
Palm Coast, FLNo Degree - Paramedic
Daytona Beach Community College
Daytona Beach, FL06.1999
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technology
Daytona Beach Community College
Daytona Beach, FL06.1992
Skills
- Documentation And Reporting
- Advanced Life Support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Patient Management
- Intubation
- Patient Assessments
- IV Insertion
- Intravenous therapy
- Airway Management
- Emergency Management
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Pre-hospital Care
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Patient Transport
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Stroke Management
- Medication Administration
- Emergency Response
- Vital sign assessment
- Patient Examination
- Behavioral Emergency Intervention
- Vital Assessments
- Triaging
- Scene safety assessment
- Mental Health Crisis Management
- Safety Protocols
- Allergic reaction management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Mass Casualty Incident Response
- Obstetric Emergencies
- CPR
- Fracture Stabilization
- Treatment Planning
- Medical History Collection
- Burn Treatment
- Wound Care
- Spinal Immobilization
- Diabetic Emergencies
- Patient Immobilization
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Ambulance Transfer
- Communicable Disease Control
- Hazardous Materials Awareness
- Seizure Management
- Advanced Lifesaving Procedures
- Emergency Vehicle Driving
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Prehospital Care
- Medical equipment usage
- Cardiac Defibrillation
- Attention to Detail
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- Emergency Treatment Procedures
- Basic Trauma Life Support
- Treatment Documentation
- Multi-patient Triage
- Medical History Recording
- Heart Monitoring
- Ambulance Decontamination
- Drug Inventory Management
- Intravenous IV Pressure Infusers
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
- Police and Fire Coordination
- Emotional Support
- Oxygen Equipment
Timeline
Paramedic
South Georgia Medical Center
05.2015 - Current
Paramedic
SGA EMS
07.2013 - 05.2015
Paramedic
Thomas County EMS
06.2008 - 06.2012
FireFighter/Paramedic
Flagler County Emergency Service
03.1993 - 06.2007
Flagler-Palm Coast High School
No Degree - Paramedic
Daytona Beach Community College
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technology
Daytona Beach Community College