Sharron Higgs
St Louis,MO
Summary
Highly skilled Emergency Medical Technician with extensive experience at St. Louis Children's Hospital, where I mastered vital signs monitoring and critical decision-making. Known for enhancing patient survival rates and mentoring new EMTs, I excel in delivering compassionate, efficient care and advancing EMS practices through continuous learning and leadership.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
St. Louis Children's Hospital
06.1992 - 01.2025
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
- Optimized resource allocation by effectively triaging multiple patients during mass casualty incidents or large-scale emergencies.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and treating medical emergencies in various settings.
- Strengthened teamwork among EMS personnel through open communication, shared decision-making, and mutual respect.
- Improved patient outcomes by skillfully administering advanced life support techniques during critical situations.
- Demonstrated adaptability in high-stress environments while delivering compassionate care to diverse patient populations.
- Prioritized patient needs by quickly evaluating medical conditions and implementing appropriate interventions based on assessment findings.
- Assisted in the training and mentoring of new EMTs, sharing valuable knowledge and experience to help them succeed in their roles.
- Continuously enhanced professional knowledge by participating in ongoing training opportunities and staying current on industry best practices.
- Supported community outreach efforts by providing public education on CPR, first aid, and other essential lifesaving skills.
- Promoted a positive image of the organization through professionalism, empathy, and exceptional customer service while interacting with patients and their families.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
- Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Trained new EMTs on proper protocols and procedures.
- Conducted patient intake and triage procedures.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately, prioritizing treatment based on severity and urgency.
- Monitored patients for changes in vital signs, adjusting care plans as necessary.
- Utilized trauma shears to quickly and safely remove clothing from patients for treatment.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, identifying underlying issues to inform treatment decisions.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Maintained a safe environment for all involved parties by adhering to strict safety measures during emergency situations.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Ensured ongoing compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing EMS through adherence to policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Streamlined patient assessment process by quickly determining chief complaints and prioritizing treatment interventions based on severity.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing mentorship and support to new EMTs entering the field.
- Ensured rigorous adherence to sanitation protocols, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and infection control in ambulance and equipment.
- Participated in continuous education workshops to stay updated on latest emergency medical techniques and protocols.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Increased public trust in EMS services by maintaining a professional demeanor during interactions with patients, families, bystanders, and other healthcare professionals at all times.
- Enhanced patient survival rates by promptly providing life-saving interventions during critical emergencies.
- Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
Education
Certification - Emergency Medicine
IHM Health Care Studies
2500 Abbott Pl., St. Louis, Missouri, 6314306-1999
No Degree - Emergency Medicine
Forest Park Community College
5600 Oaland Ave. St. Louis, Mo. 6311005-1994
Skills
- Basic life support
- CPR and first aid
- Critical decision-making skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bleeding control
- Direct patient care
- Airway management
- Vital sign assessment
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
St. Louis Children's Hospital
06.1992 - 01.2025
Certification - Emergency Medicine
IHM Health Care Studies
No Degree - Emergency Medicine
Forest Park Community College
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