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STACY JACOBS

Beaumont,Texas

Summary

Committed Paramedic offering proven history of exercising strong judgment in high-pressure situations. Skilled in patient needs assessment and critical care. Detail-oriented and compassionate. Focused Paramedic well-versed in patient assessment and emergency care. Reliable and efficient with 33+ years of quality performance in patient-facing. Accustomed to providing critical care in dynamic environments. Also experienced in deployments.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

AMR Deployment Paramedic

AMR
03.2023 - 12.2023
  • 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.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
  • Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
  • Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
  • Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
  • Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
  • Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
  • Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
  • Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
  • Streamlined patient handoff processes at hospitals by clearly communicating relevant information to receiving staff, ensuring seamless continuity of care.
  • Increased survival rates with rapid recognition of life-threatening conditions and swift initiation of appropriate interventions.
  • Coordinated with other emergency services personnel such as police officers and firefighters during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
  • Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
  • Promoted health equity within the community by offering culturally sensitive care to diverse populations while respecting individual preferences or needs.
  • Managed challenging or combative patients using de-escalation techniques and appropriate physical restraints when necessary, prioritizing safety for both the patient and medical team.
  • Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
  • Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
  • Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
  • Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
  • Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
  • Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.

Paramedic

AMR-GMR
02.2022 - 12.2022
  • Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
  • Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
  • Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
  • Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
  • Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
  • Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
  • Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit.
  • Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
  • Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
  • Executed stomach suction, airway management and heart monitoring to treat patients.
  • Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.

Paramedic

Republic EMS
09.2018 - 02.2022
  • Responsibilities include treatment and transport of patients who have acute medical emergencies
  • Documentation of each transport, follow HIPAA rules to protect the patients rights
  • Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
  • Continue the treatment plan that was established by Doctors and nurses prior to our arrival, while transferring the patient to the designated facility established prior to taking over patient care
  • Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
  • Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Ensure we have the proper amount of medical supplies and equipment, and that it is all in good working order
  • Maintain good public relations and establish a good rapport with the facilities we serve
  • Maintain cleanliness of our office, unit, and equipment.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.

Paramedic

Acadian EMS
02.2018 - 09.2018
  • Coordinate with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history, to determine the circumstances of the emergency, and to administer emergency treatment
  • Drive mobile intensive care unit to specified location, following instructions from emergency medical dispatcher
  • Coordinate work with other emergency medical team members or police or fire department personnel
  • Operate equipment, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators, or bag valve mask resuscitators, in advanced life support environments
  • Decontaminate ambulance interior following treatment of patient with infectious disease and report case to proper authorities
  • Comfort and reassure patients
  • Communicate with dispatchers or treatment center personnel to provide information about situation, to arrange reception of victims, or to receive instructions for further treatment
  • Maintain vehicles and medical and communication equipment and replenish first aid equipment and supplies
  • Assess nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures
  • Immobilize patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport, using backboard or other spinal immobilization device
  • Observe, record, and report to physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to drugs or treatment
  • Perform emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures, such as stomach suction, airway management, or heart monitoring, during ambulance ride
  • Attend training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in the field, or maintain existing knowledge
  • Administer drugs, orally or by injection, or perform intravenous procedures under a physician's direction
  • Administer first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings
  • As a Paramedic in a rural area it is my job to evaluate each situation and determine the best treatment and most beneficial means of transportation for the patient
  • Responsibility of transferring critically ill or injured patients from one hospital to another for a higher level of care.
  • Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
  • Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
  • Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
  • Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
  • Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members, and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
  • Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
  • Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.

Paramedic

Dogwood EMS
03.2008 - 02.2018
  • Administer first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings
  • Perform emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures, such as stomach suction, airway management, or heart monitoring, during ambulance ride
  • Observe, record, and report to physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to drugs or treatment
  • Immobilize patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport, using backboard or other spinal immobilization device
  • Maintain vehicles and medical and communication equipment and replenish first aid equipment and supplies
  • Assess nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures
  • Communicate with dispatchers or treatment center personnel to provide information about situation, to arrange reception of victims, or to receive instructions for further treatment
  • Comfort and reassure patients
  • Decontaminate ambulance interior following treatment of patient with infectious disease and report case to proper authorities
  • Operate equipment, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators, or bag valve mask resuscitators, in advanced life support environments
  • Drive mobile intensive care unit to specified location, following instructions from emergency medical dispatcher
  • Coordinate with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history, to determine the circumstances of the emergency, and to administer emergency treatment
  • Coordinate work with other emergency medical team members or police or fire department personnel
  • Attend training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in the field, or maintain existing knowledge
  • Administer drugs, orally or by injection, or perform intravenous procedures under a physician's direction
  • Transfer critical patients to a higher level of care, doctors appointments, procedures
  • Discharges from a facility.

Supervisor

Stat Care
01.2003 - 05.2005
  • Administer first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings
  • Perform emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures, such as stomach suction, airway management, or heart monitoring, during ambulance ride
  • Observe, record, and report to physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to drugs or treatment
  • Immobilize patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport, using backboard or other spinal immobilization device
  • Maintain vehicles and medical and communication equipment and replenish first aid equipment and supplies
  • Assess nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures
  • Communicate with dispatchers or treatment center personnel to provide information about situation, to arrange reception of victims, or to receive instructions for further treatment
  • Comfort and reassure patients
  • Decontaminate ambulance interior following treatment of patient with infectious disease and report case to proper authorities
  • Operate equipment, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators, or bag valve mask resuscitators, in advanced life support environments
  • Drive mobile intensive care unit to specified location, following instructions from emergency medical dispatcher
  • Coordinate with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history, to determine the circumstances of the emergency, and to administer emergency treatment
  • Coordinate work with other emergency medical team members or police or fire department personnel
  • Attend training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in the field, or maintain existing knowledge
  • Administer drugs, orally or by injection, or perform intravenous procedures under a physician's direction
  • Maintain supplies for the Station and all of the unit
  • Quality assurance for run tickets
  • Promote a positive and healthy work environment
  • Making sure all employees preformed their daily duties
  • Public Relations with facilities and handling any concerns that may arise.

Paramedic Supervisor

Gold Star
01.1998 - 01.2003
  • Administer first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings
  • Perform emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures, such as stomach suction, airway management, or heart monitoring, during ambulance ride
  • Observe, record, and report to physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to drugs or treatment
  • Immobilize patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport, using backboard or other spinal immobilization device
  • Maintain vehicles and medical and communication equipment and replenish first aid equipment and supplies
  • Assess nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures
  • Communicate with dispatchers or treatment center personnel to provide information about situation, to arrange reception of victims, or to receive instructions for further treatment
  • Comfort and reassure patients
  • Decontaminate ambulance interior following treatment of patient with infectious disease and report case to proper authorities
  • Operate equipment, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators, or bag valve mask resuscitators, in advanced life support environments
  • Drive mobile intensive care unit to specified location, following instructions from emergency medical dispatcher
  • Coordinate with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history, to determine the circumstances of the emergency, and to administer emergency treatment
  • Coordinate work with other emergency medical team members or police or fire department personnel
  • Attend training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in the field, or maintain existing knowledge
  • Administer drugs, orally or by injection, or perform intravenous procedures under a physician's direction.

Paramedic

Medic Care
03.1992 - 01.1998
  • Administer first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings
  • Perform emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures, such as stomach suction, airway management, or heart monitoring, during ambulance ride
  • Observe, record, and report to physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to drugs or treatment
  • Immobilize patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport, using backboard or other spinal immobilization device
  • Maintain vehicles and medical and communication equipment and replenish first aid equipment and supplies
  • Assess nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures
  • Communicate with dispatchers or treatment center personnel to provide information about situation, to arrange reception of victims, or to receive instructions for further treatment
  • Comfort and reassure patients
  • Decontaminate ambulance interior following treatment of patient with infectious disease and report case to proper authorities
  • Operate equipment, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators, or bag valve mask resuscitators, in advanced life support environments
  • Drive mobile intensive care unit to specified location, following instructions from emergency medical dispatcher
  • Coordinate with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history, to determine the circumstances of the emergency, and to administer emergency treatment
  • Coordinate work with other emergency medical team members or police or fire department personnel
  • Attend training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in the field, or maintain existing knowledge
  • Administer drugs, orally or by injection, or perform intravenous procedures under a physician's direction.

Volunteer EMT and firefighter

Sour Lake EMS
01.1988 - 01.1992
  • Administer first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings
  • Perform emergency diagnostic and treatment procedures, such as stomach suction, airway management, or heart monitoring, during ambulance ride
  • Observe, record, and report to physician the patient's condition or injury, the treatment provided, and reactions to drugs or treatment
  • Immobilize patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport, using backboard or other spinal immobilization device
  • Maintain vehicles and medical and communication equipment and replenish first aid equipment and supplies
  • Assess nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures
  • Communicate with dispatchers or treatment center personnel to provide information about situation, to arrange reception of victims, or to receive instructions for further treatment
  • Comfort and reassure patients
  • Decontaminate ambulance interior following treatment of patient with infectious disease and report case to proper authorities
  • Operate equipment, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators, or bag valve mask resuscitators, in advanced life support environments
  • Drive mobile intensive care unit to specified location, following instructions from emergency medical dispatcher
  • Coordinate with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history, to determine the circumstances of the emergency, and to administer emergency treatment
  • Coordinate work with other emergency medical team members or police or fire department personnel
  • Attend training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in the field, or maintain existing knowledge
  • Administer drugs, orally or by injection, or perform intravenous procedures under a physician's direction.

Education

EMT-B EMT-I EMT-P University of Maryland Critical care emergency medical program -

Hardin Jefferson High School
Sour Lake, Texas

Skills

  • BLS
  • ALS
  • PALS
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Timeline

AMR Deployment Paramedic

AMR
03.2023 - 12.2023

Paramedic

AMR-GMR
02.2022 - 12.2022

Paramedic

Republic EMS
09.2018 - 02.2022

Paramedic

Acadian EMS
02.2018 - 09.2018

Paramedic

Dogwood EMS
03.2008 - 02.2018

Supervisor

Stat Care
01.2003 - 05.2005

Paramedic Supervisor

Gold Star
01.1998 - 01.2003

Paramedic

Medic Care
03.1992 - 01.1998

Volunteer EMT and firefighter

Sour Lake EMS
01.1988 - 01.1992

EMT-B EMT-I EMT-P University of Maryland Critical care emergency medical program -

Hardin Jefferson High School

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