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Sophia Rudes

West Plains

Summary

Nationally Registered Paramedic as of May 2025, with 6 years of EMT-B expirence. Eager to gain more expirence in Paramedicine as well as special rescue and fire operations. Bright and friendly demeanor with kind and exceptional patient care. FTO expirence, training new hires and EMT students.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Paramedic

South Howell County Ambulance District
05.2025 - Current
  • 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.
  • Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
  • Streamlined patient handoff processes at hospitals by clearly communicating relevant information to receiving staff, ensuring seamless continuity of care.
  • Coordinated with other emergency services personnel such as police officers and firefighters during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.

EMT-Basic

South Howell County Ambulance District
05.2019 - 05.2025
  • Provided emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
  • Assisted with patient assessments, such as measuring vital signs and assessing conditions.
  • Performed CPR, splinting of fractures, wound treatment and other life saving measures.
  • Transported patients to appropriate destinations including taking interfacility transfers across state lines.
  • Managed airway maintenance, oxygen delivery and suctioning procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care treatments and transport information.
  • Operated ambulances safely under emergency conditions while following all traffic laws.
  • Responded quickly to 911 calls for medical assistance within designated service area.
  • Collaborated with fire department personnel for search and rescue operations and other emergencies.

Optician

Walmart Vision Center
06.2018 - 08.2019
  • Assisted customers with selecting frames and lenses that best suited their needs.
  • Provided information on lens types, frame styles and materials, lens coatings, and accessories.
  • Performed basic vision screenings to determine patient's prescription needs.
  • Demonstrated how to insert, remove, and care for contact lenses.
  • Explained the benefits of various types of eyewear protection options such as anti-glare coating or UV protection.
  • Repaired broken frames using specialty tools and equipment.
  • Conducted follow-up calls to ensure customer satisfaction with purchase.
  • Dispensed contact lenses upon completion of fitting process.
  • Educated patients about proper use of corrective eyewear, lifestyle habits, diet, exercise, which can affect vision health.
  • Scheduled appointments, verified insurance coverage, maintained accurate patient records and assisted with preliminary testing.

Education

Paramedic - Emergency Services

South Howell County Ambulance
West Plains, MO
05.2025

Skills

  • CPR certified
  • EVOC training
  • Field Training Officer expirence with SHCA
  • Missouri State certified and Nationally Registered
  • Nims 100 & 200 complete
  • Hazmat awareness

Timeline

Paramedic

South Howell County Ambulance District
05.2025 - Current

EMT-Basic

South Howell County Ambulance District
05.2019 - 05.2025

Optician

Walmart Vision Center
06.2018 - 08.2019

Paramedic - Emergency Services

South Howell County Ambulance

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