Samantha Barton
Summary
Dedicated EMT-Basic bringing 20 years of excellent performance in medical roles. Offers unwavering work ethic and dedication to patient care. Industrious and focused on continuous professional development. Sharp individual with solid history in providing emergency medical services. Possesses substantial knowledge of emergency medical procedures, medical equipment and technology.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT-Basic
Garrard County EMS
01.2024 - Current
- Facilitated seamless handoffs to hospital staff through comprehensive documentation and verbal reports of patient care provided during transport.
- Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure while maintaining composure to provide the best care possible for patients experiencing traumatic events.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Assessed patient conditions, maintaining calm demeanor in urgent situations.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions during emergency situations.
- Utilized ambulances and other vehicles to transport patients to medical facilities.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Performed medical assessments, including airway management and splinting of fractures.
- Increased patient satisfaction by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and clear communication during medical emergencies.
- Responded to emergency medical calls, providing basic life support services in accordance with protocols.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards while documenting sensitive information regarding patients'' medical histories or treatment plans as per HIPAA regulations.
EMT-Basic
Owen County EMS
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Facilitated seamless handoffs to hospital staff through comprehensive documentation and verbal reports of patient care provided during transport.
- Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure while maintaining composure to provide the best care possible for patients experiencing traumatic events.
- Assisted paramedics with advanced life support interventions when necessary, acting as an integral part of the emergency response team.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
University Of Kentucky Healthcare
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- 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.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
- Documented patient condition and treatment to facilitate plan of care.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
American Medical Response, AMR
04.2022 - 02.2023
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
- 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.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
- Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety of first responders.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Rural Metro Ambulance
01.2011 - 12.2014
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- 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.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
- Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Life Ambulance/MedcCorp
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- 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.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
- Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety of first responders.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Evaluated patients at accident scenes to screen, assess and treat significant injuries.
- Assessed patient condition to administer first-aid treatment or advanced level life support.
- Documented patient condition and treatment to facilitate plan of care.
- Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
- Asked patients questions about over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drug activity to identify side effects or signs of overdose.
- Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.
Education
No Degree - EMS Educator- Level 1
NAMSE
Owenton, KY07.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
American National University
Lexington, KY05.2015
Some College (No Degree) - Paramedicine
Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OH01.2011
NREMT Certification - Emergency Medical Technology
Maysville Community And Technical College
Maysville, KY12.2008
Skills
- IV Setup
- Vital Sign Assessment
- Prehospital Care
- Medical Equipment Maintenance
- Stretcher and Backboard Use
- Emergency Diagnostics
- Patient Immobilization
- Patient Condition Observation
- Venipuncture Procedures
- Attention to Detail
- Emergency Vehicle Driving
- Communication Equipment Operation
- Emergency Medical Team Coordination
- Ambulance Transport
- Spinal Demobilization Devices
- Treatment Center Communication
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Medical Supply Replenishment
- First Aid
- Basic Trauma Life Support
- Ambulance Decontamination
- Medical Procedure Prioritization
- Injury and Illness Treatment
- Dispatcher Communication
- Emergency Response
- Medication Administration
- Airway Management
- Lower Extremity Traction Devices
- Neurological Assessments
- Emergency Treatment Procedures
- Treatment Documentation
- Medical History Recording
- Extrication Devices
- Stair Chairs
- Equipment Transport
- Orthopedic Splint Systems
- NARCAN Protocol
- Patient Positioning
- Oxygen Equipment
Certification
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
- Certified EMS Level I Educator, Kentucky Board of EMS - 2023-Current
Timeline
EMT-Basic
Garrard County EMS
01.2024 - Current
EMT-Basic
Owen County EMS
04.2023 - 09.2023
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
University Of Kentucky Healthcare
01.2023 - 05.2023
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
American Medical Response, AMR
04.2022 - 02.2023
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Rural Metro Ambulance
01.2011 - 12.2014
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Life Ambulance/MedcCorp
01.2008 - 01.2012
No Degree - EMS Educator- Level 1
NAMSE
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
American National University
Some College (No Degree) - Paramedicine
Shawnee State University
NREMT Certification - Emergency Medical Technology
Maysville Community And Technical College
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