SHERIDA LONEY
Lake Station,IN
Summary
I'm a highly motivated person, personable and dedicated with a passion for providing high-quality care in critical situations. I demonstrate a solid understanding of medical terminology and emergency procedures, coupled with proficiencies in patient assessment and CPR. I am committed to making a positive impact on patient outcomes and community health.
I'm a fast-thinking Emergency Medical Technician with 8 years of experience, known for efficiency and accuracy in stressful situations with excellent critical decision-making skills and attention to detail. I am dedicated to comprehensive and compassionate patient care. I have recently passed the NREMT: P, thus equipping me with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel as a paramedic. I'm eager to embark on my journey in this field, and determined to become the best paramedic possible. Besides this, I have a strong commitment to providing exceptional care and saving lives. I'm ready to contribute expertise as well as make a positive impact in emergency medical situations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
NREMT:Paramedic
1
1
PHTLS
1
1
PALS
1
1
ACLS
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
Lake Station Fire Department
03.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, assessment findings, interventions performed, and overall condition by completing detailed reports in compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Enhanced equipment readiness by rigorously inspecting, maintaining, and restocking ambulance supplies and tools as needed.
Emergency Medical Technician
Buds Ambulance
10.2017 - 07.2020
- 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.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Responded to wide range of emergency calls, from traffic accidents to acute medical conditions, demonstrating versatility and quick-thinking.
Clinical Time (Student)
St James Hospital & St Francis Hospital
11.2016 - 12.2016
- St
- James in Chicago Heights, IL November 2016 (16 Hours), St Francis in Olympia fields, IL December (8 Hours) My duties were obtaining patients histories, vitals, O2 Therapy, monitoring Devices, and checking blood glucose
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Ivy Tech Community College
Valparaiso, IN12-2023
Skills
- Baseline vitals
- 12-lead EKG Monitoring
- History taking
- Lifting and moving patients
- Patient assessments
- Communications & Documentation
- O2 administration
- Blood glucose
- Behavioral Emergencies
- Bleeding and soft tissue trauma
- Basic life support
- CPR and first aid
- Critical decision-making skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Vital sign assessment
- Basic & Advanced Airway management
- Cardiac monitoring
- Foreign body removal
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Trauma care
Certification
- EMT-B, Illinois State
- NREMT, National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Paramedic Certification - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- PreHospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) - National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) - Various State Departments or Agencies.
Quote
"If you can't figure out your purpose, figure out your passion. For passion will lead you right into your purpose."
T.D. Jakes
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Lake Station Fire Department
03.2023 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Buds Ambulance
10.2017 - 07.2020
Clinical Time (Student)
St James Hospital & St Francis Hospital
11.2016 - 12.2016
- EMT-B, Illinois State
- NREMT, National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Paramedic Certification - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- PreHospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) - National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) - Various State Departments or Agencies.
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Ivy Tech Community College
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