Robert Salley
Prosperity,SC
Summary
Accomplished Paramedic/Captain with over 25 years of experience in emergency medical services. Skilled in advanced life support and mentoring, fostering team growth and improving operational efficiency. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care in high-pressure environments.
Overview
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1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic/Captain
Richland County Emergency Services
Columbia SC
11.1999 - 07.2025
- Led emergency response teams in high-pressure situations, ensuring timely and effective patient care.
- Developed training programs for new paramedics, enhancing team skills and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated resource allocation during emergencies, optimizing personnel deployment and equipment usage.
- Implemented quality assurance protocols, improving patient outcomes and service delivery standards.
- Mentored junior paramedics, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices in emergency medical services.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, identifying areas for improvement within the team's operational processes.
- Collaborated with local hospitals and agencies to streamline communication and enhance patient handoff procedures.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends, informing strategic decisions for future training initiatives and resource management.
- Coordinated multi-agency responses during mass casualty incidents or natural disasters.
- Evaluated crew performance regularly to maintain high standards of professionalism and expertise.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the department by enforcing strict compliance with health regulations and industry best practices.
- Enhanced emergency response efficiency by implementing streamlined protocols and procedures.
- Boosted team performance by conducting regular training sessions and skill development workshops.
- Implemented advanced life support protocols, ensuring timely access to critical interventions for patients in need.
- Developed strong partnerships with community organizations to promote public safety initiatives.
- Reduced response times by optimizing ambulance routes and strategically allocating resources.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of all incidents, adhering to strict confidentiality guidelines as required by law.
- Continuously updated knowledge on emerging trends in pre-hospital care through participation in conferences, seminars, webinars, journals review.
- Increased crew morale through effective leadership, open communication, and recognition of accomplishments.
- Improved patient outcomes with thorough assessments, accurate diagnoses, and prompt treatments.
- Served as a liaison between the EMS department and other emergency services providers within the community.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and equipment, ensuring readiness for emergency situations.
- Reviewed incident reports and identified areas for improvement to enhance service quality.
- Mentored new paramedics joining the team, providing guidance on professional growth opportunities and career advancement strategies.
- Collaborated with local hospitals to ensure seamless patient transfers and continuity of care.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
- 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.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate and life-saving medical care.
- Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
- Transported critically ill and injured patients to nearest medical center, using advanced life support equipment as needed.
- Administered first-aid treatment to reduce pain and minimize risk of complications.
- Took patient health histories and asked questions to determine cause of illness or injury.
- Operated electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators or bag valve mask resuscitators in advanced life support environments.
- Monitored patients' vital signs to assess condition and identify necessary medical interventions.
- Communicated patient information and updates to hospital staff for smooth transition.
- Inspected equipment and resolved deficiencies prior to in-service operations.
- Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote great patient care.
- Conducted end-of-shift cleaning, sanitation and resupply of equipment to promote organized, sanitary workstation.
- Liaised with police, fire department and other emergency responders to manage emergency scenes.
- Provided CPR and used automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to revive patients in cardiac arrest.
- Used defibrillators and oxygen tanks during patient care and transport, increasing chances of survival.
- Placed patients on backboards or stretchers to safely load into ambulance.
Education
Business Administration
University of South Carolina
Columbia SCNational Reigstry EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
Orangeburg Trechnical School
Orangeburg, SCNational Registry Paramedic - Paramedic
Midlands EMS
Columbia SC11-2001
Skills
- Triage management
- Incident command
- Mass casualty management
- Airway management
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced life support
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Hazardous materials response
- Interpersonal relations
- Spinal immobilization
- Continuing education
- Fracture stabilization
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Obstetrical emergencies
- Medical equipment operation
- Geriatric emergency care
- Burn treatment
- Emergency medical services
- Extrication techniques
- Critical decision-making skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Direct patient care
- Vital sign assessment
- Vital sign monitoring
- IV insertion
- CPR
- Wound care
- Intubation
- Patient assessments
- Patient transport
- Medication administration
- Patient management
- Documentation and reporting
- Pre-hospital care
- Emergency response
- Patient examination
- Seizure management
- Mass casualty incident response
- Triaging
- Respiratory assessment
- Reporting and documentation
- Rig maintenance
- Resuscitating and stabilizing patients
- Patient support and assistance
- Oxygen therapy
- IV fluid replacement
- Field patient assessments
- Lifesaving measures
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Basic life support
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Emergency vehicle driving
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Patient lifting
- Prehospital care
- Emergency treatment procedures
Certification
- Paramedic National Registry
- ACLS
- PALS
- BLS
- CEVO
- FEMA ICS 100, 200, 241, 242, 700, 800
Timeline
Paramedic/Captain
Richland County Emergency Services
11.1999 - 07.2025
Business Administration
University of South Carolina
National Reigstry EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
Orangeburg Trechnical School
National Registry Paramedic - Paramedic
Midlands EMS