RON C PAIGE
Grand Island,Fl
Summary
Focused Paramedic with 29 years of experience. Driven to deliver excellent medical care and create strong patient rapport in challenging situations. Motivated and driven worker with proven history of compassionate care.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Paramedic
AdventHealth
Orlando, FL
08.2024 - Current
- Evaluated the effectiveness of treatments administered in the field by comparing results against established criteria.
- Assessed and monitored patients with critical illness or injury in pre-hospital settings.
- Provided assistance with lifting stretchers into ambulances when needed.
- Completed detailed reports about patient transfers.
Area Manager
Mobile Medic Plus
The Villages, FL
10.2020 - Current
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes, and motor vehicle accident injuries.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Assessed scene on arrival to identify potential safety issues and hazards affecting first responders.
- Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.
- Cleaned wounds and applied gauze and bandages to prevent infection.
- Documented care provided to patients into reports for submission to supervisor.
- Coordinated with store managers to develop plans for improving operational efficiency.
- Oversaw the recruitment process for new staff members including interviewing and training.
Paramedic CCP-C, FTO
American Medical Response
Bushnell, FL
11.2011 - 02.2024
- Adhered to all protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Assessed scene on arrival to identify potential safety issues and hazards affecting first responders.
- Explained each step of treatment to conscious patients to reduce fear and invoke calm.
- Loaded patients into ambulances in preparation for transport to nearest medical center.
- Documented all care provided to patients into accurate reports for submission.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Obtained details regarding patient by questioning family members and bystanders.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
- Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
- Cleaned wounds and applied gauze and bandages to prevent infection.
- Identified practical and potential problems facing emergency services and implemented realistic and successful solutions.
- Studied successful plans from other locations to assess opportunities to improve program operation.
- Communicated departmental, organizational and industry information to staff to help each person better carry out organizational goals.
- Stayed up to date on federal, state and local regulations governing emergency response plans.
- Enforced standards of care and developed structures to track and evaluate compliance with frameworks.
- Developed and deepened relationships with local municipalities, county departments, and city agencies to facilitate smooth planning and coordination of the emergency response.
- Devised and implemented improved care models to increase throughput, patient experiences and staff onboarding.
Critical Care Flight Paramedic
Orlando Health
Orlando, FL
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Adhered to flight protocols to protect well-being of patients and staff.
- Updated hospital staff on patient health status for rapid and effective care.
- Treated average of 1 patients during air transport.
- Assisted pilot with navigation and radio communication.
- Attended training sessions, maintained required certifications and kept current in lifesaving techniques and technologies.
- Inserted IVs and administered oral and injectable medications.
- Performed emergency life support and treated sick and injured persons at remote locations.
- Reported and documented medical treatment administered on-site and during transport to healthcare facility.
- Assessed patients and environment, administered CPR and stabilized patients for transport to hospital.
Paramedic
Lake Ems
Mount Dora, FL
06.2007 - 11.2011
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Documented care provided to patients into reports for submission to supervisor.
Paramedic Field Training Officer
Durham EMS
Durham, NC
05.1997 - 01.2007
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Documented care provided to patients into reports for submission to supervisor.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Trained newly hired top talent to fill key positions and maximize productivity.
- Provided constructive feedback and positive reinforcement to keep trainees motivated.
- Developed and coordinated trainings to help individuals learn company policies and procedures and job tasks.
- Evaluated individuals regularly for progress or growth potential to guide decisions regarding advancement and additional training.
- Implemented and facilitated successful training programs to increase employee engagement, retention and productivity.
- Facilitated orientation and training classes to communicate policies and procedures to new hires.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Forsyth High School
Kernersville, NC06.1986
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Science Paramedic
Davidson College
Davidson, NCSome College (No Degree) - Film And Video Production
Valencia College
Orlando, FLSkills
- ACLS Instru
- CtorBTLS Instructor
- PALS Instructor
- CCTP
- DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
- 100,200,700 Homeland Security Certifications
- Homeland Security TERT Certification
- Records management
- Administrative support
- Recordkeeping
- Documentation
- Training
- MS Office
- Customer service
- Staff supervision
- Team building
- Hiring and recruitment
- Field patient assessments
- Respiratory care assessment
- Emergency management
- Reporting and documentation
- IV fluid replacement
- Critical decision-making skills
- Safety protocols
- Vital sign assessment
- Wound care
- Lifesaving measures
- EKG procedures
- IV and medication administration
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Decision-making
- Training & Development
- Supervision
Certifications
Certifications:
CCP-C
ACLS
BLS
PALS
PHTLS
IS 200
IS 700
IS 700B
IS 800
Hazmat Awareness
Timeline
Critical Care Paramedic
AdventHealth
08.2024 - Current
Critical Care Flight Paramedic
Orlando Health
07.2022 - 11.2022
Area Manager
Mobile Medic Plus
10.2020 - Current
Paramedic CCP-C, FTO
American Medical Response
11.2011 - 02.2024
Paramedic
Lake Ems
06.2007 - 11.2011
Paramedic Field Training Officer
Durham EMS
05.1997 - 01.2007
High School Diploma -
East Forsyth High School
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Science Paramedic
Davidson College
Some College (No Degree) - Film And Video Production
Valencia College