Sarah White
DELBARTON,West Virginia
Summary
Compassionate EMT-Basic with proven expertise at Stat Ems in critical decision-making and patient stabilization. Adept at assessing vital signs and triaging emergencies, ensuring efficient care under pressure. Recognized for maintaining accurate medical records and fostering strong relationships with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
EMT-Basic
Stat Ems
Pineville, WV
09.2014 - 04.2025
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
EMT-Basic
Logan Ambulance Authority
Logan, WV
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Collaborated with medical doctors and other healthcare professionals.
- Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southern West Virginia Community And Technical Col
Logan, WVSkills
- Basic life support
- Vital sign assessment
- Critical decision-making skills
- Patient assessments
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient evaluations
- CPR and first aid
- Patient transport
- Airway management
- Pre-hospital care
- Emergency management
- Bleeding control
- Emergency patient triage
- Safe driving
- Condition assessment
- Direct patient care
- Supply restocking
- Patient management
- Patient stabilization
- Medical recordkeeping
- Accident response
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Patient care
- Critical thinking
- Clear communication
- Compassion and empathy
- Calm under pressure
- Medical terminology
Timeline
EMT-Basic
Logan Ambulance Authority
07.2023 - 04.2024
EMT-Basic
Stat Ems
09.2014 - 04.2025
High School Diploma -
Southern West Virginia Community And Technical Col