Sarah Yount
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Well-trained Paramedic with advanced life-saving skills. Decisively leads on-scene operations and manages patient care. Comforting and reassuring to injured and ill persons. Qualified Paramedic brings top-notch skills in cardiac care, invasive interventions and pharmacology. Calm under stress and ready for challenging work. Continuously reinforces abilities through simulations and seeks out additional training in emergency care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Care Paramedic
Research Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
- Utilized evidence-based practices in administering medications, performing procedures and interpreting diagnostic tests for better clinical decisionmaking.
- Demonstrated excellent critical thinking skills under pressure by making quick, informed decisions during high-stress situations for optimal patient outcomes.
- Attended to injuries or sudden illnesses by applying variety of simple and advanced pre-hospital medical interventions.
- Expanded knowledge and skills through regular continuing education courses, staying up-to-date on industry advancements and guidelines.
Director of Operations
Grundy County Ambulace
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
- Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
- Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
- Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
Clinical Lead
AnyPlace MD
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Served as a key liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication and appropriate care planning.
- Enhanced team performance by providing regular supervision, training, and professional development opportunities.
- Streamlined workflow processes for increased efficiency and improved patient care delivery.
- Managed complex cases effectively through close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Paramedic
Alpha One Ambulance
07.2019 - 07.2021
- 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.
Instructor
Cal Regional Training Institute
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
Manager
Trauma Life Care Ambulance
04.2018 - 10.2019
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Paramedic
Kershaw County Ambulance
09.2017 - 03.2018
- 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.
EMT-Basic
Pulaski County Ambulance District
06.2015 - 07.2017
- 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.
Education
Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Post University
Waterbury, CT08.2024
No Degree - Paramedic Program
East Central College
Union, MO08.2017
Skills
- Critical Care Transport
- Airway Management
- Physical assessments
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced Life Support
- Pharmacology knowledge
- Wound Management
- Stroke Management
- Behavioral Emergencies
Timeline
Advanced Care Paramedic
Research Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
Director of Operations
Grundy County Ambulace
03.2022 - 03.2023
Clinical Lead
AnyPlace MD
08.2021 - 03.2022
Instructor
Cal Regional Training Institute
10.2019 - 06.2020
Paramedic
Alpha One Ambulance
07.2019 - 07.2021
Manager
Trauma Life Care Ambulance
04.2018 - 10.2019
Paramedic
Kershaw County Ambulance
09.2017 - 03.2018
EMT-Basic
Pulaski County Ambulance District
06.2015 - 07.2017
Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Post University
No Degree - Paramedic Program
East Central College