Resourceful Combat Medic with a track record of high productivity and efficient task completion. Proficient in emergency medical procedures, patient assessment, and medical logistics management. Demonstrates exceptional critical thinking, adaptability, and communication skills under pressure for optimal patient outcomes in diverse environments. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Cement Finisher
Fallon Concrete
Lucedale, MS
06.2021 - Current
Troweled, floated and finished concrete surfaces to specified textures using hand and power tools.
Smoothed out cement mixtures with trowels or floats to create a level surface.
Measured and cut expansion joints in freshly poured cement slabs.
Installed forms for sidewalks, curbs and gutters prior to pouring concrete into them.
Created textured finishes on newly poured concrete surfaces through stamping or staining techniques.
Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
Inspected and maintained tools and equipment.
Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
Removed debris and waste to clean site after completing work.
Reviewed blueprints and other drawings to identify correct grades.
Delivery Driver
Fed Ex Ground
Lucedale, MS
07.2020 - 04.2021
Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
Maintained accurate records of goods delivered and collected payments as required.
Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
Reported mechanical issues with delivery vehicle to supervisor in a timely manner.
Performed pre-trip inspections of delivery vehicle according to company guidelines.
Managed inventory levels during deliveries by verifying load counts against shipping manifests.
Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.
Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
Patient Care Technician
DaVita
Lucedale, MS
06.2018 - 05.2020
Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
Explained treatment procedures to patients and their families.
Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or strher as needed.
Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.
Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
Participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
Tire and Lube Technician
Walmart
Lucedale, MS
08.2016 - 05.2018
Inspected tires and checked tire pressure to ensure proper inflation levels.
Performed oil changes, lube jobs, filter replacements, and other minor maintenance services on customer vehicles.
Replaced worn or damaged tires with new ones according to manufacturer specifications.
Rotated tires for customers to help improve wear patterns.
Repaired punctures and patched tubes as needed.
Balanced wheels using a computerized wheel balancer machine.
Monitored inventory of parts, equipment, and supplies needed for tire repair work.
Tested batteries in order to determine their state of charge.
Checked all fluid levels including engine oil, transmission fluid, coolant, power steering fluid, brake fluid and windshield washer solvent.
Assisted customers by providing advice on the selection of appropriate new tires.
Maintained records of all work performed as well as all parts used during service repairs.
Ensured that shop area was clean at all times including floors, walls, tools and equipment.
Journeyman Shipfitter
Ingalls Shipbuilding
Pascagoula, MS
10.2014 - 05.2016
Read blueprints and other instructions to determine job specifications.
Fabricate, assemble, install and repair ship structures and components including bulkheads, decks, hatches, doors, ladders and railings.
Grind seams smooth after welding is complete.
Cut materials using hand tools such as saws, shears, chisels and torches.
Inspect completed work for accuracy against blueprint specifications.
Set up jigs and fixtures to hold parts in place during welding processes.
Check all parts for proper fit prior to welding.
Clean surfaces before applying protective coatings of paint or epoxy resin.
Use measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers and rulers for accurate measurements.
Correctional Officer
George County Regional Correctional Facility
Lucedale, MS
08.2011 - 10.2013
Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
Cement Finisher
Fallon Concrete
Lucedale, MS
07.2009 - 06.2011
Troweled, floated and finished concrete surfaces to specified textures using hand and power tools.
Smoothed out cement mixtures with trowels or floats to create a level surface.
Measured and cut expansion joints in freshly poured cement slabs.
Installed forms for sidewalks, curbs and gutters prior to pouring concrete into them.
Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
Inspected and maintained tools and equipment.
Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
Worked with teammates to move steel forms.
Calculated concrete quantities needed for jobs.
68W Combat Medic
US Army
Ft Sam Houston In San Antonio, TX
02.2001 - 04.2009
Assessed and treated battlefield casualties in accordance with established protocols.
Provided emergency medical care to stabilize patients and prevent further injury or death.
Performed life-saving measures such as airway management, chest decompression, needle thoracostomy, splinting of fractures and administering intravenous fluids.
Transported injured personnel via ground ambulance or helicopter evacuation.
Conducted physical examinations on incoming soldiers for deployment purposes.
Monitored vital signs including pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate and blood pressure.
Administered medications according to physician orders and monitored patient response.
Maintained accurate records of patient treatments and medication administration.
Instructed fellow personnel in basic first aid techniques and safety procedures.
Documented all injuries and illnesses reported by patients during initial assessments.
Provided pre-hospital trauma life support training to other medics within the unit.
Initiated appropriate resuscitative measures when necessary for victims of cardiac arrest or shock.
Communicated effectively with both patients and their families regarding treatment plans.
Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care for patients.
Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and operational.
Participated in weekly drills to practice responding quickly to medical emergencies.
Utilized infection control practices to reduce risk of cross contamination between patients.
Provided vaccine shots and distributed medicine for patients.
Organized and updated health records and clinical files.
Took and recorded patient temperature, heart rate and blood pressure.
Administered intravenous solutions to dehydrated soldiers.
Administered emergency treatment to battlefield wounds and infections.
Performed basic and advanced life support techniques under stressful conditions.