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Sydney Merritt

West Wendover,NV

Summary

Professional healthcare provider experienced in emergency medical services. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering reliable patient care. Skilled in patient assessment, basic life support, and emergency response. Adaptable and dependable, ensuring optimal outcomes in dynamic environments.

Firefighting professional with comprehensive experience in emergency response and life-saving techniques. Known for strong focus on collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments. Reliable team player skilled in equipment maintenance and fire prevention strategies.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

EMT-Basic

Wendover Ambulance
11.2021 - Current
  • EMTs are medical professionals who arrive on the scene of emergency situations to provide basic life support and patient care
  • They’ll work closely with Paramedics and other emergency medical personnel to assess the situation and provide care for the patient until arriving at the hospital
  • EMTs may also assist other health care personnel in administering advanced life support to patients in need
  • Many Emergencies Medical Technicians are trained to drive the emergency vehicles in a safe but efficient manner to the emergency medical facility
  • When they arrive at the hospital, the EMT is responsible for explaining the situation to hospital staff and relaying the patients’ vitals
  • They must fill out patient reports after caring for a patient
  • Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure while maintaining composure to provide the best care possible for patients experiencing traumatic events.
  • Facilitated seamless handoffs to hospital staff through comprehensive documentation and verbal reports of patient care provided during transport.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Assessed patient conditions, maintaining calm demeanor in urgent situations.
  • Provided compassionate care for diverse populations including children, elderly individuals, pregnant women, and individuals with special needs during medical emergencies.
  • Utilized ambulances and other vehicles to transport patients to medical facilities.
  • Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
  • Performed medical assessments, including airway management and splinting of fractures.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls, providing basic life support services in accordance with protocols.
  • Ensured scene safety by quickly evaluating potential hazards and taking appropriate precautions to protect patients, bystanders, and team members.

911 Dispatcher

City of West Wendover
05.2021 - Current
  • Under general and direct supervision of the Lead Dispatcher, the Chief of Police, or the Chief’s designee, performs the full range of operational duties required in dispatching public safety personnel and equipment
  • Responsible for receiving routine and emergency calls and transmitted messages via radio, 9-1-1 emergency phone lines and data terminals
  • Is responsible for appropriate dispatching of public safety personnel in regards to information received and the dissemination of such information to appropriate personnel
  • Performs technical communication work including: Transmitting and receiving messages via public safety radios, 9-1-1 emergency telephone lines, data terminals and other communications equipment
  • Monitors and maintains status of assigned public safety personnel and equipment; may initiate actions to ensure adequate area-wide protection
  • Analyzes situations accurately and takes effective action to help assure field safety
  • Receives reports of situations, which may result or have resulted in various types of emergencies and coordinates the dispatching of emergency vehicles and public safety personnel
  • Reads and utilizes computer codes, formats and displays
  • Inquires, interprets, verifies, receives and disseminates information from national, state and local law enforcement computer networks
  • Maintains records and prepares reports of calls received and actions taken as necessary
  • Monitored Police and Fire radios to provide assistance to responding personnel.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to callers in crisis, displaying empathy while obtaining necessary information for emergency response teams.
  • Recorded and tracked emergency requests utilizing computer-aided dispatch systems.
  • Relayed latest information to first responders via electronic means, telephone calls, and radio responses.
  • Dispatched and coordinated emergency services teams according to high-priority calls.
  • Answered calls from automatic routing system and took basic information from callers.
  • Assessed emergency requests and made quick judgment calls to determine appropriate action.
  • Managed high-stress situations with composure, providing reassurance to distressed callers while gathering crucial information for first responders.
  • Provided on-the-job training and coaching to develop new dispatchers.

Part-time Firefighter

City Of West Wendover
10.2019 - Current
  • Operating, monitoring and maintaining fire-fighting equipment, such as hoses, extinguishers and personal protective equipment
  • Providing basic medical attention to fire and accident victims
  • Rescuing people from dangerous situations
  • The Volunteer Firefighter/EMT drives or rides an emergency vehicle in response to fire, rescue and emergency medical events, hazardous materials response/mitigation and routine requests for help or assistance
  • In the performance of their duties, the Volunteer Firefighter/EMT places equipment, lays and connects hose; operates high-capacity pumps and directs water streams; raises and climbs ladders; uses chemical extinguishers, safety belts, lines and hooks and uses self-contained breathing apparatus
  • The Volunteer Firefighter/EMT may enter burning buildings as part of a fire suppression team, perform ventilation tasks above ground, carry heavy objects and equipment and rescue injured or trapped victims
  • The Volunteer Firefighter/EMT also responds to requests for pre-hospital emergency medical care and Volunteer Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician transport of sick or injured persons, setting up and/or operating oxygen and auto-defibrillation equipment, administering pre-hospital emergency medical care to the sick and injured and performing other related work as assigned
  • Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
  • Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.

Haul Truck driver - Cat 740

Desert Hawk Gold Corporations
11.2019 - 01.2021
  • Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
  • Demonstrates solid commitment to safe work practices and organizational initiatives regarding safety
  • Maintains awareness of all MSHA regulations
  • Perform small repairs on the equipment (ex
  • Light bulbs, correct fluid levels, tire press, grease, etc.)
  • Works as a team member with other employees on the crew so they can meet the daily target for production
  • Maintain equipment in good operating condition, reporting and logging maintenance requirements or concerns
  • Train other employees as needed
  • All other duties as assigned
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by conducting pre-shift inspections and maintenance checks on haul trucks.
  • Maintained high levels of safety awareness, performing regular hazard assessments and reporting any issues promptly to management.

Delivery Driver

Fratelli Pizza
08.2019 - 11.2019
  • Prepared daily food items, and cooked simple foods and beverages
  • Swept and scrubbed floors
  • Trained new employees
  • Washed dishes, flatware, pots, and/or pans by hand
  • Cleaned work areas, equipment, and utilities
  • Oversaw the operation and maintenance of equipment
  • Provided excellent customer service
  • Spoke with patrons to ensure satisfaction with food and service
  • Directed activities of one or more workers who assisted in preparing and serving meals

Correctional officer

Charlotte Correctional Institution
04.2016 - 06.2019
  • Supervise the daily movement and activities of 1000+ inmates
  • Physically patrol and visually inspect units, yards, buildings, prisoners, prisoner property and clothing, to ensure the welfare, safety and security
  • Maintain visual surveillance of grounds by foot and from a rover vehicle
  • Conduct searches of inmates person and property
  • Complete periodic patrols of Quarters, Work areas and initiate counts of inmates at regular and irregular intervals; Maintain control and discipline including use of physical restraints and restraining devices; Prevent the introduction of contraband
  • Document equipment, supplies and other items; Maintain and demonstrate proficiency in the use and care of firearms, restraint methods and equipment in emergency measures; Maintain knowledge of communication and other electronic devices
  • Monitor inmates in Housing units; Instruct inmates in housekeeping and sanitation; Supervise the issuance of clothing and other personal effects to inmates
  • Successfully restrain and control inmates when circumstances deemed it necessary

Car Detailer

Palm auto mall
02.2016 - 04.2016
  • Collaborate with co-workers to complete various task to ensure 100 percent customer satisfaction
  • Work with the manager and team to prepare cars to be ready for sale
  • Clean interior and exterior of car with hand, brushes and other relevant materials
  • Polish vehicles and dry exterior, windshields, windows and mats
  • Vacuumed interior

Cashier

Circle k
05.2015 - 03.2016
  • Ability to communicate (orally and in writing) in English
  • Ask customers if they are interested in purchasing additional items (suggestive 'plus' selling)
  • Be professional, friendly and helpful to customers, vendors, and co-workers
  • Work alone and with others
  • Be exposed to cold or hot temperature extremes in the walk-in cooler, freezer and/or outdoors
  • Bend at waist with some twisting during the workday
  • Clean interior/exterior areas (trash disposal, bathrooms, spills, etc.)
  • Grasp, reach and manipulate objects with hands continuously throughout the day
  • (This requires eye-hand coordination, and may occasionally require climbing a ladder to store/retrieve materials or place/remove signs)
  • Occasionally lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds from ground to waist (to replenish fountain syrups, ice, etc.); Routinely lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds from ground to overhead (stocking/maintaining inventory levels on the shelves, in the cooler and freezer, etc.); Push/pull with arms up to a force of 20 pounds (utilizing a hand-truck, sweep and mop the floors, etc.)
  • Stand, stoop and/or walk for an entire shift
  • Accurately complete daily paperwork; Properly ring up all sales on a cash register, accurately count back change, handle money, checks, and other types of payment received for products sold

Cashier

McDonald’s
11.2011 - 05.2015
  • Being able to solve problems very quickly and having to lead a large group of your crew at once, in order to complete the tasks at hand
  • Making sure that your area is stocked up before leaving from shift; Preparing the food, cleaning and sanitizing the food; Greeted and assist customers with purchase
  • Handle money transactions and issue receipts; Communicate with customers in a fast and friendly manner; Assemble food to ensure fast service

Education

High School Dipolma -

North Port High School
North Port, FL
05-2014

Skills

  • Scene Safety
  • Emergency vehicle operation
  • Emergency Response
  • First Aid Certified
  • Firefighting

Certification

  • EMT-Basic
  • Fire Service Instructor I
  • NFPA Fire Fighter I
  • NFPA Fire Fighter II
  • Hazardous Material Operation level and Awareness
  • FEMA IS:200 C
  • FEMA IS:700 B
  • NWCG 2024 RT-130

Timeline

EMT-Basic

Wendover Ambulance
11.2021 - Current

911 Dispatcher

City of West Wendover
05.2021 - Current

Haul Truck driver - Cat 740

Desert Hawk Gold Corporations
11.2019 - 01.2021

Part-time Firefighter

City Of West Wendover
10.2019 - Current

Delivery Driver

Fratelli Pizza
08.2019 - 11.2019

Correctional officer

Charlotte Correctional Institution
04.2016 - 06.2019

Car Detailer

Palm auto mall
02.2016 - 04.2016

Cashier

Circle k
05.2015 - 03.2016

Cashier

McDonald’s
11.2011 - 05.2015

High School Dipolma -

North Port High School

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