Robert Cox
Muncie,IN
Summary
Accomplished medical professional with six years of experience as a 911 Paramedic and expertise in ALS transport for both critically and non-critically ill patients. Proudly served as a Referral Coordinator in Organ Donation, collaborating with Organ Coordinators to evaluate potential donor candidates. Over 11 years of experience as a Basic and Advanced EMT across various medical environments, including Emergency Rooms, the private sector, and 911 services. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care with a strong work ethic. This diverse background has fostered adaptability, diligence, and a friendly demeanor, enabling effective management of tasks and interpersonal interactions under pressure.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Referral Response Coordinator
Indiana Donor Network
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Coordinated, monitored, assigned and documented patient and clinical care activities.
- Educated hospital staff on Organ Donation as well as changes in Organ Donation process'.
- Discussed medical histories and current clinical presentation and course with hospital clinical staff to provide most pertinent information to Organ Coordinators.
- Reviewed and evaluated test results to assist Organ AOC's in evaluating potential Donors.
- Rounded onsite to various hospitals to evaluate potential Donors & to assist in maintaining IDN/Hospital relations.
Paramedic
Jay County EMS
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders, and family members, and identified the appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Performed intubations, including rapid sequence intubations, to secure a patent airway in patients under respiratory and/or cardiac arrest.
- Executed emergency diagnostic procedures to treat patients, including stomach suction, airway management, and heart monitoring.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and the patient's weight.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about the situation, arrange the reception of victims, and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Worked en route to the hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV/IO to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
Paramedic
Delaware County EMS
04.2015 - 06.2021
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders, and family members, and identified the appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Performed intubations, including rapid sequence intubations, to secure a patent airway in patients under respiratory and/or cardiac arrest.
- Executed emergency diagnostic procedures to treat patients, including stomach suction, airway management, and heart monitoring.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and the patient's weight.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about the situation, arrange the reception of victims, and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Worked en route to the hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV/IO to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
Paramedic
Henry County EMS
02.2018 - 06.2020
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders, and family members, and identified the appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Performed intubations, including rapid sequence intubations, to secure a patent airway in patients under respiratory and/or cardiac arrest.
- Executed emergency diagnostic procedures to treat patients, including stomach suction, airway management, and heart monitoring.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and the patient's weight.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about the situation, arrange the reception of victims, and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Worked en route to the hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV/IO to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Performed interfacility transfers of critical and non-critical patients utilizing respiratory ventilators and medication pumps.
Advanced EMT
Heartland Ambulance Service
05.2013 - 04.2015
- Operated emergency vehicles to transport critical patients.
- Transport / Treatment of patients to and from facilities. Interfacility Transport (Emergent and Non-Emergent) of ALS patients.
- Monitored patient status during ambulance transport and transfer.
- 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.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Emergency Department Technician
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital
11.2011 - 05.2013
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers (Nurses & Physicians) and ancillary hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Assisted physicians and nursing staff in treatment / care of sick & injured patients.
- Obtained Vital Signs, assisted in wound management, and obtained biological specimens through invasive and non-invasive techniques.
Security Officer
Optical Disc Solutions Inc.
06.2008 - 11.2011
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of employees and visitors.
- Conducted patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Wrote reports of daily activities and irregularities such as property damage, theft, guest or employee accidents and unusual occurrences.
- Reviewed both security camera footage and live feeds to spot trespassers and criminal activity.
- Resolved complaints and issues involving both guests and employees.
Sales Associate
Orscheln Farm & Home
06.2006 - 06.2008
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Analyzed and properly processed product returns, assisting customers with finding alternative merchandise to meet needs.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Answered customer questions regarding sizing and accessories and explained how to properly care for merchandise.
- Delivered high level of assistance by locating and loading products for customers.
Education
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
2016
Paramedic License - Paramedicine
Community Hospital East
2015
High School Diploma -
Centerville Sr High School
Centerville, IN2008
Skills
- Assessment/triage, vital sign assessment/monitoring, infection control with aseptic procedures, pre-hospital care, IV access, & Medication administration
- Respiratory Treatment & Care with RSI Intubation
- Teamwork / High-pressure decision management with ability to clearly Delegate critical work needing performed
- Charting and clinical documentation using EMR / EHR
- Direct Patient Care
- Good listening skills
- Creative problem solving
- Microsoft applications proficiency
- Interpersonal Communication
- Team-building
- Training & Development
- Adaptability
- Customer service
- Conflict resolution
- MS Office
- Relationship Building
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Data Entry
- Customer Service
- Discretion and Confidentiality
- Professional Networking
Affiliations
- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians: Paramedic License
- State of Indiana: Paramedic License
- IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital: Paramedic Affiliation - Jan Kornilow, MD
Certification
- EMT-B: State of Indiana
- Paramedic: National Registry of EMT's & State of Indiana
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- CPR: American Heart Association
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Mandatory Firefighter: State of Indiana
- Hazardous Material Awareness / Operations: State of Indiana
- Hazardous Material Technician: State of Indiana
- Autism Spectrum Disorder: State of Indiana
- Physician Orders for Scope of Treatment (POST): State of Indiana
Timeline
Referral Response Coordinator
Indiana Donor Network
01.2022 - 08.2024
Paramedic
Jay County EMS
09.2019 - 06.2021
Paramedic
Henry County EMS
02.2018 - 06.2020
Paramedic
Delaware County EMS
04.2015 - 06.2021
Advanced EMT
Heartland Ambulance Service
05.2013 - 04.2015
Emergency Department Technician
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital
11.2011 - 05.2013
Security Officer
Optical Disc Solutions Inc.
06.2008 - 11.2011
Sales Associate
Orscheln Farm & Home
06.2006 - 06.2008
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Paramedic License - Paramedicine
Community Hospital East
High School Diploma -
Centerville Sr High School
- EMT-B: State of Indiana
- Paramedic: National Registry of EMT's & State of Indiana
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- CPR: American Heart Association
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Mandatory Firefighter: State of Indiana
- Hazardous Material Awareness / Operations: State of Indiana
- Hazardous Material Technician: State of Indiana
- Autism Spectrum Disorder: State of Indiana
- Physician Orders for Scope of Treatment (POST): State of Indiana
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