STEVEN R. HOLGUIN
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Successful Flight Paramedic with over 20 years of experience caring for patients with acute health emergencies while being transported by air and ground. Highly proficient in providing efficient patient assessments and advanced life-saving techniques to contribute to ideal health outcomes. Expert communicator providing effective teamwork with colleagues, hospital staff and EMS representatives. Highly trained educator providing education and training in clinical and operational procedures to new and current employees and students to the flight and ground ems fields.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Flight Paramedic
Classic Air medical
02.2022 - Current
- Performed as a flight paramedic providing rapid air medical transport of patients from rural and small community hospitals and emergency scenes to larger medical and trauma centers.
- Provided in flight medical care monitoring patients, ventilators and airway management, IV medication infusions and administration, chest tube management, care of blood products and administration.
- Performed maintenance and resupply of medical equipment daily and after each mission to maintain operational readiness.
- Assisted in the development of new flight nurses and paramedics, sharing expertise and best practices for optimal performance in the field.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain up-to-date knowledge on advancements in emergency medicine and aviation safety regulations.
- Strengthened relationships with local hospitals, emergency departments, and EMS agencies through regular communication and collaboration on shared goals related to patient care.
Critical Care Paramedic
Las Vegas AMR
10.2011 - 03.2023
- Performed as a Critical Care and 911 ALS Paramedic providing emergency response, treatment and transportation of sick and injured patients.
- Provide emergent and non emergent critical care transport of patients requiring IV infusions, mechanical ventilations and Advanced Airway Management, chest tubes, and other critical patient intervention.
- Facilitated smooth handovers of patients to hospital staff by providing comprehensive reports on interventions performed and patients'' conditions, enhancing continuity of care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Trained and mentoring students in EMS related fields as well as new employees with AMR Las Vegas.
Flight Paramedic
Native Air, Air Methods
07.2020 - 01.2022
- Performed as a flight paramedic providing rapid air medical transport of patients from rural and small community hospitals and emergency scenes to larger medical and trauma centers.
- Provided in flight medical care monitoring patients, ventilators and airway management, IV medication infusions and administration, chest tube management, care of blood products and administration.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain up-to-date knowledge on advancements in emergency medicine and aviation safety regulations.
- Performed maintenance and resupply of medical equipment daily and after each mission to maintain operational readiness.
Education
Critical Care Paramedic Certification and completion -
Las Vegas AMR/LVAPEC
Las Vegas, NVFlight Medical Aidman’s Course -
U.S. ARMY Fort Rucker
Tactical Emergency Medicine Services I -
Colorado Front Range Training
Paramedic Certification -
Saint Anthony’s Paramedic Academy
Englewood, CO09.2001
EMT-Intermediate -
Memorial Hospital
Colorado Springs, CO03.1998
Combat Medical Specialist Training, EMT Basic -
U.S. ARMY Fort San Houston
01.1992
High school graduate -
Big Bear High School
Big Bear, CA05.1991
Skills
- Patient Care
- Prehospital Care
- Advanced Life Support
- Airway Management
- Patient ventilation
- Cardiac monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Hemorrhage Control
- Safety Procedures
Military Experience
08/1991, 12/1998, U.S. ARMY, Fort Benning, GA., Camp Casey, Korea, Fort Carson, CO, Served as a combat medical specialist providing clinical, field, and emergency medical care to soldiers and civilians. Provided basic and advanced level emergency care and transport of patients in both ground ambulances and flight. Served as a med-evac helicopter crew member providing on scene and in flight emergency medical treatment to sick and injured patients. Assisted pilots and aviation mechanics in daily maintenance and operations of aircrafts. Served as a Senior Medic assigned to Field Aid Stations in support of military training missions. Operated field ambulances for treatment and transport of patients. Organized and managed facilities, supplies, and records for Battalion Aid Stations.
Certifications And Qualifications
- National Registry of EMT-Paramedic
- Arizona State Paramedic
- Colorado State Paramedic
- Southern Nevada Health District Paramedic Accreditation
- Critical Care Transport Paramedic Certification
- Flight Paramedic Certification
- Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Pediatric Life Support
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course
- Pediatric Advanced Transport Course
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Flight Paramedic
Classic Air medical
02.2022 - Current
Flight Paramedic
Native Air, Air Methods
07.2020 - 01.2022
Critical Care Paramedic
Las Vegas AMR
10.2011 - 03.2023
Critical Care Paramedic Certification and completion -
Las Vegas AMR/LVAPEC
Flight Medical Aidman’s Course -
U.S. ARMY Fort Rucker
Tactical Emergency Medicine Services I -
Colorado Front Range Training
Paramedic Certification -
Saint Anthony’s Paramedic Academy
EMT-Intermediate -
Memorial Hospital
Combat Medical Specialist Training, EMT Basic -
U.S. ARMY Fort San Houston
High school graduate -
Big Bear High School
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