Taylor Rodriguez
Dickinson,TX
Summary
Proactive Emergency Medical Technician with experience executing quality care in high-pressure situations. Deep knowledge in emergency settings and outstanding team communication skills. Proudly demonstrated commitment, compassion and reasoned thinking while performing tasks rapidly to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ER Technician
UTMB Clear Lake
Clearlake, TX
03.2024 - Current
- Provided emergency life-saving measures as needed for cardiac arrest, respiratory failure and shock victims.
- Provided patient care and monitored vital signs.
- Provided emotional support for family members throughout difficult situations associated with illness or injury.
- Assisted physicians in the diagnosis of medical conditions.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality patient care.
- Assessed patient responses to treatments and communicated any changes to the physician or nurse supervisor.
- Responded quickly to emergencies by utilizing appropriate assessment techniques, triage protocols and stabilization measures.
- Operated a variety of diagnostic equipment such as EKG's, oxygen saturation monitors, blood pressure cuffs, glucometers and pulse oximeters.
- Performed venipuncture, arterial puncture and IV insertion.j
- Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
- Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.
- Triaged patients to award priority to patients with more severe complications.
- Supported nursing staff in day-to-day operations.
Emergency Medical Technician
Galveston Area Ambulance Authority
Galveston, TX
11.2021 - 02.2024
- Suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
- Operated ambulance to and from scenes and emergency facilities, responding to dispatch calls for emergent medical assistance.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history and details on current issues.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health cha
- Participated in continuing education courses to maintain certification requirements.
- Ensured that ambulance was stocked properly with necessary supplies prior to responding to calls.
- Educated family members on how best to care for their loved one after discharge from hospital.
- 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.
- Performed basic life support procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillation.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients while transporting them to their destination.
- Assisted in providing medical care to patients with life-threatening conditions and injuries.
- Communicated effectively with physicians and hospital personnel regarding patient's condition during transport process.
- Provided on-scene treatments such as administering oxygen therapy and splinting fractures.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, assessed the situation and provided appropriate treatment for illnesses or injuries.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
- Trained new hires by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public, and first responders safe.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Evaluated patients at accident scenes to screen, assess and treat significant injuries.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Communicated with dispatchers or treatment center personnel to exchange information and arrange patient intake.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medicine- Paramedic
Galveston College
Galveston, TX05-2025
Emergency Medical Technician -
College of The Mainland
Texas City, TX10-2021
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician -
Galveston College
Galveston, TX09-2021
High School Diploma -
Dickinson High School
Dickinson, TX05-2010
Skills
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Stabilization
- Supply Restocking
- Emergency Management
- Respiratory Assessment
- Critical Decision-Making Skills
- Reporting and Documentation
- CPR and First Aid
- Condition Assessment
- Scene Assessments
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Evaluations
Affiliations
- Spending time with my 3 daughters
- Sailing
- Fishing
- Reading
Certification
- BLS Certified
- EMT-Basic Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
ER Technician
UTMB Clear Lake
03.2024 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Galveston Area Ambulance Authority
11.2021 - 02.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medicine- Paramedic
Galveston College
Emergency Medical Technician -
College of The Mainland
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician -
Galveston College
High School Diploma -
Dickinson High School
- BLS Certified
- EMT-Basic Certified
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