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Work History
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Certification
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Ryan Powell

Vancouver,WA

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with a strong work ethic and a Class A CDL license. Proven ability to streamline operations and foster teamwork, ensuring safety and efficiency in high-pressure environments.

Punctual and efficient employee known for reliability, route planning and excellent customer interactions. Motivated to provide prompt, friendly, and professional service at all times.

Experienced and recognized for enhancing patient care through advanced life support and critical decision-making by use of patient assessment, and pre-hospital care.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Paramedic

AMR
03.2021 - 06.2025
  • Exhibited adaptability when responding to diverse emergency situations such as cardiac arrests, motor vehicle accidents, respiratory difficulties or trauma incidents.
  • Served as a liaison between healthcare providers, law enforcement agencies, firefighters, and other first responders during complex emergencies to ensure effective collaboration.
  • Streamlined response times by maintaining accurate inventories of medical supplies and equipment on ambulance units.
  • Enhanced teamwork by fostering open communication among crew members, addressing concerns and providing constructive feedback to promote professional growth.
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing advanced life support measures and administering medications as needed.

Paramedic/Adv. EMT

Metro West Ambulance
02.2017 - 03.2021
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
  • Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.

Class A CDL Driver

CoreMark
09.2016 - 02.2017
  • Delivered packages to customer business offices such as convenience stores and restaurants.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
  • Expedited deliveries to meet customer deadlines and requirements.
  • Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.

Class A CDL Delivery Driver

PepsiCo
06.2016 - 09.2016
  • Enhanced delivery efficiency by optimizing routes and adhering to strict schedules.
  • Adhered to all safety protocols when operating heavy machinery such as pallet jacks during loading/unloading processes at customer locations.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through professional interactions, prompt service, and accurate order fulfillment.
  • Contributed to the company''s reputation for reliable and professional service by maintaining a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to excellence throughout all aspects of each delivery assignment.
  • Secured cargo properly using straps, braces, chains, or other necessary equipment to prevent damage during transit.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while operating a Class A CDL vehicle in various weather conditions and traffic situations.

On Road Supervisor

United Parcel Service, UPS
06.2006 - 06.2016
  • Established positive rapport with team members through open communication channels, fostering an environment of teamwork and collaboration among staff members.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for improvement as well as recognizing outstanding contributions.
  • Cultivated a strong sense of accountability among team members by setting clear expectations for job performance.
  • Elevated customer satisfaction levels by addressing complaints in a timely manner and implementing solutions to prevent future issues from arising.
  • Streamlined operations by implementing new technologies for scheduling, dispatching, and driver routes.
  • Reduced accidents and incidents by maintaining good rapport and communications with delivery drivers as well as inside employees.
  • Worked closely with personnel, customers, and contractors to resolve problems.
  • Prior to Supervisor role, duties included daily delivery operations, as well as tractor trailer deliveries to/from operation centers and hubs. Trailers included multiple trailer hookup and disconnects, with up to as much as three trailers at a time. Duties also included yard shuffling of trailers and vehicles, or early/late delivery drivers.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Investigations

Everest University
Phoenix, AZ

Certification - Paramedic

NCTI
Clackamas, OR

GED -

Centralia College
Centralia, WA
06-1994

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Safe driving practices
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Basic mechanical skills
  • Clean MVR
  • Class A commercial Driver's license
  • Advanced life support
  • Critical decision-making skills
  • Direct patient care
  • Emergency management
  • Scene safety assessment

Accomplishments

Army Achievement medal, with multiple citations.

Letter of appreciation for outstanding contributions during deployment during Operation: Iraqi Freedom

Skilled in Heavy equipment operations as well as 10 years as a mechanic for the Army.

Achieved lowest accident percentage in the district, during final year as an On Road supervisor for UPS.

New GPS system implementation for local UPS operation, resulting in record low "paid days" for employees.

CPR saves while working as a paramedic.

Certification

  • Paramedic
  • PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • Class A CDL
  • Air Brake endorsement
  • Passenger endorsement

Timeline

Lead Paramedic

AMR
03.2021 - 06.2025

Paramedic/Adv. EMT

Metro West Ambulance
02.2017 - 03.2021

Class A CDL Driver

CoreMark
09.2016 - 02.2017

Class A CDL Delivery Driver

PepsiCo
06.2016 - 09.2016

On Road Supervisor

United Parcel Service, UPS
06.2006 - 06.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Investigations

Everest University

Certification - Paramedic

NCTI

GED -

Centralia College

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