Patricia Bonds
Macclenny,FL
Summary
Highly trained entry-level paramedic with a strong background in emergency medical services. Demonstrated expertise in advanced life-saving techniques and a 20-year track record as an EMT. Known for taking charge in high-pressure situations and effectively managing on-scene operations while providing exceptional patient care. Compassionate and reassuring, able to comfort and support injured and ill individuals during their time of need. Adaptable and equipped with excellent critical thinking abilities, dedicated to delivering fast-paced and compassionate care to those in need.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Century Ambulance
Jacksonville, FL
09.2024 - Current
- Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Responded to emergency calls quickly and safely while utilizing appropriate driving techniques.
- Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
- Administered oxygen therapy, intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by physician protocols.
- Performed basic diagnostic tests such as blood glucose monitoring, EKG readings and urine analysis.
- Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, defibrillators, suction devices and others.
Mental Health Worker
NORTHEAST FLORIDA STATE HOSPITAL
Macclenny, FL
05.2010 - 08.2010
- Assessed clients' mental health, abilities and disabilities to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provided crisis intervention services in emergency situations.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists and medical professionals to ensure optimal client care.
Emergency Medical Technician/Dispatcher
Liberty Ambulance
Jacksonville, FL
02.2009 - 05.2010
- Performed basic life support procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillation.
- Assisted in providing medical care to patients with life-threatening conditions and injuries.
- Transported patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities using ambulances or other vehicles.
- Maintained patient vital signs, including blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse rate, temperature, oxygen saturation level and pain levels.
- Provided on-scene treatments such as administering oxygen therapy and splinting fractures.
- Communicated effectively with physicians and hospital personnel regarding patient's condition during transport process.
Medical Technician
FDOC RECEPTION MEDICAL CENTER
Lake Butler, FL
02.2010 - 03.2010
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure.
- Collected and processed specimens from patients for laboratory analysis.
- Recorded all test results in patient files according to hospital policies and procedures.
Emergency Room Technician
UF Health Shands Hospital
Jacksonville, FL
10.2006 - 02.2009
- Provided patient care by taking vital signs, inserting IVs, drawing blood and administering medications.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as intubations, chest tube insertions and central line placements.
- Maintained supplies in the Emergency Room including stocking shelves and disposing of outdated or expired items.
- Monitored patient conditions and communicated changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Completed documentation for each patient encounter accurately and within established timeframes.
- Transported patients from the ER to other departments or units throughout the hospital as needed.
- Performed quality assurance activities related to emergency room processes, protocols and equipment maintenance.
Emergency Medical Technician
APT
Jacksonville, FL
03.2005 - 10.2006
- Assisted in providing medical care to patients with life-threatening conditions and injuries.
- Performed basic life support procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillation.
- Transported patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities using ambulances or other vehicles.
- Maintained patient vital signs, including blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse rate, temperature, oxygen saturation level and pain levels.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, assessed the situation and provided appropriate treatment for illnesses or injuries.
Office Assistant
Canam Steel
Jacksonville, FL
04.2004 - 09.2004
- Greeted visitors, determined their needs and directed them to the appropriate personnel.
- Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
- Organized office operations and procedures, such as managing calendars, scheduling appointments, preparing reports and maintaining records.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Management
Florida Gateway College
Lake City, FL10.2024
Paramedic Certificate - Emergency Medical Services
Florida Gateway College
Olustee, FL08.2024
EMT Certificate - Emergency Medical Services
Northeast Florida Medical Training Center
Jacksonville, FL05.2003
High school diploma -
Baker County Senior High School
Glen Saint Mary, FL05.2002
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- IV Insertion
- Emergency Response
- Emergency Diagnostics
- Care triage
- Medication Administration
- Patient Transport
- Resuscitating and Stabilizing patients
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Patient support and assistance
- Intubation
- Intravenous therapy
- Emergency medical services
- Airway Management
- Reporting and documentation
- Safety Protocols
- Advanced Life Support
- Life support management
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Pre-hospital Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Triaging
- Critical decision-making skills
Certification
- EMT Certification, 12/01/22, 12/31/24
- BLS Certification, 01/01/24, 01/31/26
- NREMT Paramedic, 08/01/24, 03/31/27
- ACLS Certification, 02/01/24, 02/29/26
- PALS Certification, 02/01/24, 02/29/26
- PHTLS
- AMLS
- EVOC, Present
- Paramedic License, 09/01/24, 12/31/26
- PMD #546273
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Paramedic
Century Ambulance
09.2024 - Current
Mental Health Worker
NORTHEAST FLORIDA STATE HOSPITAL
05.2010 - 08.2010
Medical Technician
FDOC RECEPTION MEDICAL CENTER
02.2010 - 03.2010
Emergency Medical Technician/Dispatcher
Liberty Ambulance
02.2009 - 05.2010
Emergency Room Technician
UF Health Shands Hospital
10.2006 - 02.2009
Emergency Medical Technician
APT
03.2005 - 10.2006
Office Assistant
Canam Steel
04.2004 - 09.2004
- EMT Certification, 12/01/22, 12/31/24
- BLS Certification, 01/01/24, 01/31/26
- NREMT Paramedic, 08/01/24, 03/31/27
- ACLS Certification, 02/01/24, 02/29/26
- PALS Certification, 02/01/24, 02/29/26
- PHTLS
- AMLS
- EVOC, Present
- Paramedic License, 09/01/24, 12/31/26
- PMD #546273
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Management
Florida Gateway College
Paramedic Certificate - Emergency Medical Services
Florida Gateway College
EMT Certificate - Emergency Medical Services
Northeast Florida Medical Training Center
High school diploma -
Baker County Senior High School
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