Richard Parker
Crossville,TN
Summary
Paramedic with 27 years experience in the emergency medicine field ranging from pre-hospital to in-hospital. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Paramedic position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Paramedic
Vanderbilt Medical Center
08.2015 - 08.2023
- Provided pre-hospital trauma life support to keep patients alive and stabilized for hospital care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
- Collaborated with hospital and facility staff to provide correct patient treatments.
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
- Completed files for treatment options and billing information.
- Worked with other EMTs and paramedics to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
- Instructed personnel and provided USGIV access to staff and patients.
- Provided response to medical and traumatic patients within the VUMC campus.
- Managed the VUMC Adult Emergency department's USGIV program alongside physicians.
Critical Care Paramedic
Fentress County Emergency Services
01.2011 - 08.2015
- Provided pre-hospital trauma life support to keep patients alive and stabilized for hospital care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
- Collaborated with hospital and facility staff to provide correct patient treatments.
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
Paramedic Firefighter
Crossville Fire Department
08.2008 - 01.2011
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- 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.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
EMT Instructor
Roane State Community College
08.2006 - 08.2008
- Delivered individualized instruction on observation, assessment, decision-making and patient health teaching.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Assigned students to patients based on students' learning objectives and patient needs.
- Analyzed clinical settings' success in helping students achieve course and program outcomes.
- Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
- Evaluated students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
Paramedic
Cumberland County Emergency Services
06.1996 - 08.2008
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
Education
No Degree - Critical Care Paramedic
Vanderbilt Lifeflight
Nashville, TN11.2014
No Degree - Paramedic
Roane State Community College
Knoxville, TN08.1999
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician
Roane State Community College
Knoxville, TN06.1996
High School Diploma -
Cumberland County High School
Crossville, TN06.1994
Skills
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- PHTLS
- USGIV Lead Provider/Instructor
- Arterial Lines setup/management
- REBOA setup/management
- 12 Lead monitoring
Timeline
Critical Care Paramedic
Vanderbilt Medical Center
08.2015 - 08.2023
Critical Care Paramedic
Fentress County Emergency Services
01.2011 - 08.2015
Paramedic Firefighter
Crossville Fire Department
08.2008 - 01.2011
EMT Instructor
Roane State Community College
08.2006 - 08.2008
Paramedic
Cumberland County Emergency Services
06.1996 - 08.2008
No Degree - Critical Care Paramedic
Vanderbilt Lifeflight
No Degree - Paramedic
Roane State Community College
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician
Roane State Community College
High School Diploma -
Cumberland County High School
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