Rodney Childress
Phenix
Summary
Fast-thinking Emergency Medical Technician with 34 years of experience. Known for efficiency and accuracy in stressful situations with excellent decision-making skills and attention to detail. Dedicated to comprehensive and compassionate patient care.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced EMT
Centra Paramedicine Services
06.2023 - Current
- Provides Transport for patients being discharged from hospital to home that require stretcher and EMS provider.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Ensured quality control measures were followed regarding medication administration procedures within the ambulance service environment.
- Provides Transport for patients being transferred from one hospital to another hospital that require stretcher and medical attendant.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Maintained detailed records of patient conditions, treatments, and responses to facilitate seamless transitions between healthcare providers.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Advanced EMT
Charlotte County Rescue Squad
03.1990 - Current
- Responded to 911 calls for emergency medical assistance.
- Assessed the patients condition and provided appropriate treatment at the Advanced EMT level.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Administered intravenous fluids as necessary to stabilize patients'' conditions before arrival at the hospital facilities.
- Delivered high-quality pre-hospital emergency care, reducing hospital admission times and improving patient outcomes.
- Provides and verbal report to hospital care prior to transferring patient care and documenting patient assessments and care in appropriate pre-hospital care report.
- Served in various leadership roles with agency, for example 1st Lieutenant, Sergeant and Crew Chief.
- Performed advanced airway management techniques, resulting in improved oxygenation and ventilation for patients with respiratory distress.
- Enhanced patient care by providing advanced life support and administering medications in emergency situations.
- Contributed to the development of protocols and procedures that improved overall efficiency of the EMS team.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Maintained detailed records of patient conditions, treatments, and responses to facilitate seamless transitions between healthcare providers.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Responded efficiently to a wide variety of medical emergencies by utilizing advanced clinical decision-making skills.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate assessments and appropriate treatments for patients.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
Advanced EMT
Centra Pace
01.2018 - 06.2023
- Picked patients up from home and brought back to the Daycare center.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
- Observed patient behavior to report changes to medical personnel.
- Provided compassionate care to patients of all ages, earning commendations from patients and colleagues for professionalism and empathy.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Participated in continuous training courses to maintain certifications and stay current with best practices in emergency medicine.
- Returned patients to their home.
Delivery Driver
S & M Brands
11.1997 - 03.2018
- Exemplified commitment to teamwork by assisting fellow drivers with technical support or coverage during peak periods as needed.
- Worked with road knowledge, GPS systems and paper maps to navigate planned route and make adjustments.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Increased repeat business through excellent customer service and prompt resolution of any issues or concerns.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing.
- Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
- Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
- Supported warehouse operations when needed, contributing to a well-rounded understanding of company logistics processes.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Delivery Driver
CCI
06.1992 - 11.1997
- Assisted with distribution of food stamps and hauling mail.
- Increased repeat business through excellent customer service and prompt resolution of any issues or concerns.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while representing the company during interactions with customers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
- Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
Twister Operated
Evans And Black
01.1987 - 06.1992
- Worked in twisting department of a spinning mill.
- Stopped machines when specified amount of products had been produced.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Education
High School Diploma -
Randolph Henry High School
Charlotte Court House, VA06.1986
Advanced EMT
Virgina Department of Health
Richmond, VA03.1984
Skills
- Advanced EMT
- CPR
- EVOC
- IS100
- IS-700
- IS-800
Timeline
Advanced EMT
Centra Paramedicine Services
06.2023 - Current
Advanced EMT
Centra Pace
01.2018 - 06.2023
Delivery Driver
S & M Brands
11.1997 - 03.2018
Delivery Driver
CCI
06.1992 - 11.1997
Advanced EMT
Charlotte County Rescue Squad
03.1990 - Current
Twister Operated
Evans And Black
01.1987 - 06.1992
High School Diploma -
Randolph Henry High School
Advanced EMT
Virgina Department of Health
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