Steven Walton
Thornton,CO
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT-Basic
American Family Care, Inc
Louisville, CO
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted in providing medical care to patients with life-threatening conditions and injuries.
- Maintained patient vital signs, including blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse rate, temperature, oxygen saturation level and pain levels.
- Documented patient assessment findings in accordance with established protocols.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations set forth by local governing bodies.
- Educated family members on how best to care for their loved one after discharge from hospital.
- Utilized proper body mechanics when lifting and moving equipment or assisting patients.
- Performed basic life support procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillation.
- Collaborated with other medical professionals to ensure quality of care for all patients.
- Observed, recorded and reported patients' condition or injury and treatment provided.
- Performed CPR and used defibrillator on cardiac patients.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history and details on current issues.
EMT-Basic
Elitch Gardens
Denver, CO
04.2022 - Current
- Performed CPR, splinting of fractures, wound treatment and other life saving measures.
- Provided emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Communicated effectively with hospital staff upon arrival at the destination facility.
- Responded quickly to 911 calls for medical assistance within designated service area.
- Assisted with patient assessments, such as measuring vital signs and assessing conditions.
- Managed airway maintenance, oxygen delivery and suctioning procedures.
- Documented patient information, condition and treatment while protecting confidentiality and patient rights.
- Oversaw inventory of medical supplies to maintain availability and eliminate unnecessary expenses.
- Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history and details on current issues.
- Calmed patients by carefully explaining each step and remaining composed.
EMT-Basic
River Medical Inc.
Lake Havasu City, AZ
09.2016 - 11.2018
- Performed CPR, splinting of fractures, wound treatment and other life saving measures.
- Loaded stretchers onto ambulances according to safety protocols and secured them properly before transport.
- Provided emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Communicated effectively with hospital staff upon arrival at the destination facility.
- Responded quickly to 911 calls for medical assistance within designated service area.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care treatments and transport information.
- Attended weekly meetings with supervisors to discuss cases, protocols, policies.
- Assisted with patient assessments, such as measuring vital signs and assessing conditions.
- Assisted paramedics in more advanced procedures such as intubation or administering medication intravenously.
- Coordinated with other EMTs on scene to ensure safe and efficient patient transport.
- Operated ambulances safely under emergency conditions while following all traffic laws.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate medical assistance and transportation to medical facility.
- Complied with regulations in handling deceased by notifying authorities and arranging protection of property and evidence.
- Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety of first responders.
- Evaluated illnesses or injuries to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
- Assessed scene upon arrival for possible hazards or dangerous situations.
Firefighter/EMT
Southeast Weld Fire Protection District
Keenesburg, CO
09.2013 - 06.2016
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Transported injured persons safely from accident sites to hospitals for treatment.
- Prepared detailed reports concerning all activities at emergency scenes.
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Assisted in cleaning up hazardous materials following an incident scene.
- Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
- Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of buildings to identify any potential hazards.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
- Facilitated public education programs about fire safety awareness.
- Provided support services during natural disasters such as floods or hurricanes.
- Responded quickly to hazardous materials incidents by containing spills or leaks with appropriate protective gear.
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Combatted fires by holding nozzles and directing streams of fog, chemicals or water.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Operated ambulances safely under both normal and emergency conditions.
Emergency Room Technician
St. Anthony's North Health Campus
Westminster, CO
11.2014 - 03.2016
- Provided patient care by taking vital signs, inserting IVs, drawing blood and administering medications.
- Facilitated communication between nurses, physicians and other healthcare providers involved in patient care.
- Completed documentation for each patient encounter accurately and within established timeframes.
- Provided emotional support to family members during a crisis situation or at end-of-life stages of care.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as intubations, chest tube insertions and central line placements.
- Conducted laboratory tests on specimens collected from patients in accordance with lab policies.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to code blue calls in order to provide effective lifesaving measures.
- Transported patients from the ER to other departments or units throughout the hospital as needed.
Emergency Room Technician
Poudre Valley Hospital
Fort Collins, CO
06.2014 - 11.2014
- Provided patient care by taking vital signs, inserting IVs, drawing blood and administering medications.
- Completed documentation for each patient encounter accurately and within established timeframes.
- Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
- Triaged patients to award priority to patients with more severe complications.
- Stocked and replenished patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
- Attended training to validate or refresh basic professional skills.
- Received blood and bodily fluid samples and passed to employees
Emergency Room Technician
Platte Valley Hospital
Brighton, CO
04.2008 - 01.2014
- Provided patient care by taking vital signs, inserting IVs, drawing blood and administering medications.
- Facilitated communication between nurses, physicians and other healthcare providers involved in patient care.
- Completed documentation for each patient encounter accurately and within established timeframes.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as intubations, chest tube insertions and central line placements.
- Monitored patient conditions and communicated changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Transported patients from the ER to other departments or units throughout the hospital as needed.
- Administered oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, wound dressings and splinting and casting per physician orders.
- Assisted with resuscitation efforts in life-threatening situations such as cardiac arrest or trauma cases.
- Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rocky Mountain Lutheran High School
Colorado05-2007
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Medical Services
Front Range Community College
Westminster, COSkills
- Patient Transport
- Patient Registration
- Airway Management
- Seizure Management
- Patient Health Education
- Medical sample collection
- Geriatric Care
- Diabetic Care
- Medical Terminology
- EKG interpretation and monitoring
- Basic life support certified
- Aseptic Techniques
- Venipuncture
- Wound Care
- Splinting Techniques
- Obstetric Care
- Environmental Emergency Care
Affiliations
- Musician/
- Artist
Accomplishments
- 5 year service award Platte Valley medical Center
- Employee of the month Elitch Gardens
Certification
- Colorado State EMT-B
- IV certified
- BLS American Heart Association
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
EMT-Basic
American Family Care, Inc
08.2023 - Current
EMT-Basic
Elitch Gardens
04.2022 - Current
EMT-Basic
River Medical Inc.
09.2016 - 11.2018
Emergency Room Technician
St. Anthony's North Health Campus
11.2014 - 03.2016
Emergency Room Technician
Poudre Valley Hospital
06.2014 - 11.2014
Firefighter/EMT
Southeast Weld Fire Protection District
09.2013 - 06.2016
Emergency Room Technician
Platte Valley Hospital
04.2008 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Rocky Mountain Lutheran High School
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Medical Services
Front Range Community College
- Colorado State EMT-B
- IV certified
- BLS American Heart Association
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