Stellara Argoe
Leesville
Summary
Compassionate Emergency Medical Technician with expertise in patient assessments, vital signs monitoring, and direct patient care. Known for maintaining composure under pressure while delivering exceptional care.
Reliable with over twenty years of experience delivering immediate medical care in high-pressure environments. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare teams, prioritize tasks effectively, and ensure seamless patient transport, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
Dedicated and experienced in training new EMTs and implementing safety protocols, committed to providing exceptional care and maintaining efficiency in emergencies.
Experienced with patient care in emergency settings, ensuring quick and effective response to medical situations. Utilizes strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to assess and address patient needs. Knowledge of medical protocols and procedures enhances ability to deliver high-quality care.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Amerimed Ambulance Service
West Columbia, SC
02.2021 - Current
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Collaborated with paramedics to ensure effective patient transport and treatment.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient conditions accurately during emergencies.
- Trained new EMTs on operational procedures and emergency response techniques.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers, relaying vital information about patient conditions and incident locations for timely responses.
- Assisted paramedics in advanced procedures, contributing to successful treatment outcomes for patients.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Monitored vital signs continuously throughout transports, identifying subtle changes that could indicate a worsening condition or potential complications requiring intervention by more qualified medical personnel.
- Documented accurate patient care reports, maintaining comprehensive records for future reference by healthcare professionals.
- Operated emergency vehicles safely and efficiently, adhering to traffic regulations while prioritizing the well-being of patients during transport.
- Maintained clean and organized ambulances, ensuring a safe and efficient environment for both patients and colleagues.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Lifeguard Ambulance Service
Columbia SC
03.2018 - 01.2021
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain compliance with state regulations and standards.
- Coordinated with healthcare teams for seamless transitions of care during emergencies.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Assisted with equipment inventory checks and restocking supplies as needed, guaranteeing that all necessary tools were readily available for efficient response times.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient conditions, utilizing critical thinking skills to determine optimal courses of action.
- Prepared patients for transport by securing them appropriately using stretchers or other immobilization devices when necessary.
- Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions and certifications, licenses and registrations.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions and workshops, staying up-to-date on best practices in emergency medical care.
- Utilized standard precautions when dealing with potentially infectious materials or hazardous substances, promoting a safe working environment for all personnel involved in emergency situations.
- Provided basic life support interventions, such as airway management and oxygen administration, contributing to improved patient outcomes during emergency situations.
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Palmetto Ambulance Service
Cayce, SC
02.2000 - 03.2018
- Enhanced patient care by providing immediate medical attention and stabilizing life-threatening conditions during emergencies.
- Provided emotional support to distressed patients during high-stress situations, fostering trust between the EMT team and those receiving care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Protected self and others to prevent risk of communicable diseases and comply with safety regulations and procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Trained new EMTs on proper protocols and procedures.
- Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors.
- Assisted paramedics in advanced procedures, contributing to successful treatment outcomes for patients.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Documented accurate patient care reports, maintaining comprehensive records for future reference by healthcare professionals.
- Operated emergency vehicles safely and efficiently, adhering to traffic regulations while prioritizing the well-being of patients during transport.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ware County Tech
Waycross GANo Degree - Nursing
Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SCSkills
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Direct patient care
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Patient assessments
- Patient transport
- Documentation and reporting
- Safe driving
- Patient care
- Compassion and empathy
- Calm under pressure
- CPR and first aid
- Reliability
- Oxygen therapy
Certification
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
- CPR
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Amerimed Ambulance Service
02.2021 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Lifeguard Ambulance Service
03.2018 - 01.2021
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Palmetto Ambulance Service
02.2000 - 03.2018
High School Diploma -
Ware County Tech
No Degree - Nursing
Midlands Technical College