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Patrick Plummer

Manchester,PA

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

MICU EMT

Lancaster EMS
Lancaster, PA
10.2021 - Current
  • Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
  • Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
  • Administered treatments in emergency situations with accuracy, safety and speed.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Quickly recognized patient needs based on conditions and administered medications for appropriate treatment
  • Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.

Emergency Department Technician

UPMC Pinnacle
York, PA
03.2021 - 11.2021
  • Assisted with fitting patients for casts, crutches and other medical devices.
  • Tracked patients' vital signs, treated wounds and collected samples to free up nurses and physicians for more advanced work.
  • Monitored patients for signs of distress or decompensation and alerted staff of emergency situations.
  • Monitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
  • Collected blood and urine samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
  • Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.
  • Safely transferred patients to wheelchair or stretchers for transportation to other departments.
  • Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
  • Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
  • Stocked and replenished patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
  • Coordinated with nurses to assess and prepare patients for tests and medical procedures.

Production Worker

The Hershey Company
Hershey, PA
04.2017 - 08.2018
  • Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
  • Unloaded incoming products and moved boxes to staging areas, sorted items and transported to final storage locations.
  • Maintained machinery to prevent overloads and avoid malfunctions.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Conducted quality inspections of finished products and made minor repairs to meet project expectations.
  • Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
  • Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
  • Graded and packaged finished products, transporting items for additional processing, storage or shipment off-site.

Firefighter/ EMT

District Of Columbia Fire and EMS
Washington, DC
07.2013 - 07.2016
  • Responded to dispatched emergency assignments quickly and safely.
  • Operated a variety of fire suppression tools and used rescue/protective equipment.
  • Maintained physical fitness so as to remain ready for all sorts of emergencies physically and mentally.
  • Educated citizens about fire safety
  • Monitored and maintained the equipment used in case of fire and other emergencies to ensure their being ready at any time.
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
  • Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
  • 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.

U.S. Marine

United States Marine Corps
Jacksonville, NC
03.2008 - 01.2012


  • Operated and maintained communications equipment.
  • Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
  • Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
  • Monitored conditions for field artillery team during combat missions.
  • Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
  • Secured and protected military property, assets and personnel.
  • Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
  • Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.

Volunteer Firefighter/EMT

Hyattsville Volunteer Fire Department
Hyattsville , MD
06.2007 - 03.2011
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on daily basis.
  • Inspected all equipment following each fire call to ascertain effective functionality of hoses, breathing masks and fire tools.
  • Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
  • Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
  • Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
  • 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

Education

Paramedic Certificate

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Lancaster, PA
08.2022

High School Diploma - undefined

Red Land High School
2006

Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Organized
  • Quick learner
  • Adept multi-tasker
  • Team leader
  • Creative problem solver
  • Venipuncture
  • Medical terminology
  • EMT
  • Phlebotomy
  • CPR
  • EKG interpretation and monitoring
  • Applying orthopedic splints
  • Airway management
  • EKG procedures
  • Vital sign assessment
  • Critical decision-making skills

Certification

  • EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
  • PA EMSVO endorsement
  • NAEMT Pre Hospital Trauma Life Support
  • International Trauma Life Support Provider
  • AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider
  • AHA Pediatric Advanced Live Support Provider
  • AHA CPR
  • EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course
  • IFSAC Pro Board Firefighter I
  • IFSAC Pro Board Firefighter II
  • IFSAC Pro Board HazMat Awareness
  • IFSAC Pro Board HazMat Operations
  • National Incident Management System 100,200,700,800

Timeline

MICU EMT

Lancaster EMS
10.2021 - Current

Emergency Department Technician

UPMC Pinnacle
03.2021 - 11.2021

Production Worker

The Hershey Company
04.2017 - 08.2018

Firefighter/ EMT

District Of Columbia Fire and EMS
07.2013 - 07.2016

U.S. Marine

United States Marine Corps
03.2008 - 01.2012

Volunteer Firefighter/EMT

Hyattsville Volunteer Fire Department
06.2007 - 03.2011

Paramedic Certificate

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences

High School Diploma - undefined

Red Land High School

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