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Ronald Hendry

Guyton,Ga

Summary

With a proven track record at Excelsior Ambulance Services, I excel in operations management and team building, significantly enhancing department efficiency and staff proficiency. Expert in training development and budget management, I adeptly balance rigorous safety protocols with high-quality patient care, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and leadership. Dedicated Paramedic Crew Chief, with over seventeen years of experience, eager to use a proven history of leadership and emergency medical response knowledge to bring value to an integral role. Diligent and focused with a drive for developing exceptional emergency crews. Aiming to apply superior experience to enhance driven team.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paramedic Crew Chief

Excelsior Ambulance Services
Ludowici, GA
08.2024 - Current
  • Provided medical care and transportation of patients to hospitals.
  • Managed staff members during emergency medical situations.
  • Conducted patient assessments, including vital signs, EKG's, and other diagnostic tests.
  • Responded quickly when a paramedic requested assistance while treating a patient.
  • Manage scheduling of personnel.
  • Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.

Emergency Room Paramedic

Memorial Health University Medical Center
Savannah, GA
12.2023 - 08.2024
  • Assessed patient conditions and provided appropriate medical treatment.
  • Administered medications, monitored vital signs and documented changes in patients' conditions.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure proper patient care.

Paramedic

Effingham EMS
Springfield, GA
07.2023 - 12.2023
  • Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
  • Responded to emergency calls quickly and safely while utilizing appropriate driving techniques.
  • Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
  • Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient condition and treatment plans.
  • Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
  • Monitored vital signs of patients and communicated changes to physicians or nurses in a timely manner.

Captain of Training and Operations

Port Wentworth Fire Department
Port Wentworth, GA
08.2020 - 06.2023
  • Developed and instructed yearly training plans and exercises.
  • Managed crews and personnel in daily operations, incidents, and scheduling.
  • Supervised all training and operational incident scenes.
  • Prepared reports related to operational activities, personnel issues and budget controls;.

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Paramedic/Firefighter

Bryan County Emergency Services
Richmond Hill, GA
11.2019 - 08.2020
  • Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
  • Responded to emergency calls quickly and safely while utilizing appropriate driving techniques.
  • Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
  • Administered oxygen therapy, intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by physician protocols.

Paramedic

Chatham Emergency Services
Savannah, GA
05.2019 - 11.2019
  • Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
  • Responded to emergency calls quickly and safely while utilizing appropriate driving techniques.
  • Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
  • Monitored vital signs of patients and communicated changes to physicians or nurses in a timely manner.

Professional Firefighter/EMT-P

Garden City Fire Rescue
Garden City, GA
11.2016 - 05.2019
  • Responded to emergency calls and provided medical aid to injured persons.
  • Conducted fire prevention inspections of commercial buildings and homes.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on firefighting equipment.
  • Operated pumps and aerial ladders during emergency operations.
  • Inspected hydrants for proper operation and flow rates.

Firefighter/Paramedic Lieutenant

Southside Fire/EMS/Security
Savannah, GA
04.2011 - 11.2016
  • Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
  • Conducted regular safety inspections of buildings to identify any potential hazards.
  • Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
  • Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
  • Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
  • Directed and coordinated firefighting operations to ensure safety of personnel, property and public;.
  • Supervised the maintenance of firefighting apparatus, equipment and supplies;.
  • Evaluated performance of subordinate staff and provided feedback;.
  • Prepared reports related to operational activities, personnel issues and budget controls;.

Fire Lieutenant

Bulloch County Fire Department
Statesboro, GA
10.2007 - 04.2011
  • Directed and coordinated firefighting operations to ensure safety of personnel, property and public;.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for firefighters;.
  • Supervised the maintenance of firefighting apparatus, equipment and supplies;.
  • Conducted daily inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations;.
  • Provided clear and decisive leadership by rapidly assessing and responding to changing field conditions.
  • Oversaw station efforts to continuously deliver timely and quality responses in areas of fire, medical and public safety administration.
  • Conducted fire prevention and suppression operations.

Education

Associate of Science - Fire Science

Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
10-2015

Graduate Certificate - Emergency Medical Technician

Ogeechee Technical College
Statesboro, GA
09-2010

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Department organization
  • Training and mentoring
  • Staff management
  • Operations management
  • Inventory control
  • Budget management
  • Safety protocols
  • Employee motivation
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Customer service
  • Conflict resolution
  • Goal oriented
  • Team building

Accomplishments

  • Life Saver Award 2017 GCFR
  • Employee Of The Quarter 2018 GCFR
  • Life Saver Award 2022 PWFD

Certification

  • NREMT-Paramedic
  • NPQ FF1 and FF2
  • NPQ HAZA and HAZOPS
  • NPQ Fire Officer 1 and 2
  • NPQ Instructor 1 and 2
  • NPQ Rope Rescue Technician
  • NPQ Fire and Life Safety Educator
  • Ga Care Giver Life Safety Instructor
  • NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800
  • GA EMS Advanced Vehicle Rescue & Extrication Instructor
  • NFPA Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Safety Training for Emergency Responders
  • NFPA Vehicle Rescue & Extrication Instructor
  • FEMA Incident Safety Officer
  • FEMA Health and Safety Officer
  • FEMA Leadership 1 for Fire and EMS: Strategies for Success
  • FEMA Leadership 2 for Fire and EMS: Strategies for Success
  • FEMA Leadership 3 for Fire and EMS: Strategies for Success
  • FEMA Preparation for Initial Company Operations
  • FEMA Strategy and Tactics for Initial Company Operations
  • FEMA Decision Making for Initial Company Operations
  • FEMA Fire Service Supervision
  • Acting Officer in Charge
  • GEMA Rescue Specialist
  • GEMA Crash Victim Extrication
  • GEMA Basic Public Information Officer
  • AHA BLS Instructor
  • AHA ACLS Instructor
  • AHA PALS Instructor

Timeline

Paramedic Crew Chief

Excelsior Ambulance Services
08.2024 - Current

Emergency Room Paramedic

Memorial Health University Medical Center
12.2023 - 08.2024

Paramedic

Effingham EMS
07.2023 - 12.2023

Captain of Training and Operations

Port Wentworth Fire Department
08.2020 - 06.2023

Paramedic/Firefighter

Bryan County Emergency Services
11.2019 - 08.2020

Paramedic

Chatham Emergency Services
05.2019 - 11.2019

Professional Firefighter/EMT-P

Garden City Fire Rescue
11.2016 - 05.2019

Firefighter/Paramedic Lieutenant

Southside Fire/EMS/Security
04.2011 - 11.2016

Fire Lieutenant

Bulloch County Fire Department
10.2007 - 04.2011

Associate of Science - Fire Science

Columbia Southern University

Graduate Certificate - Emergency Medical Technician

Ogeechee Technical College
Ronald Hendry