Terry Tarpening
Canton,MO
Summary
Dynamic Paramedic with extensive experience at listed agencies for almost 30 years, U.S. Army Veteran as a Medical Specialist (6 years with Honorable Discharges), with extensive training in safety, patrolling and guarding, weapons safety. Wanting to "scale back" and take a different tract with my career.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Lewis County Ambulance District
11.2023 - Current
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Provided CPR and used automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to revive patients in cardiac arrest.
- Liaised with police, fire department and other emergency responders to manage emergency scenes.
Paramedic
Randolph County Ambulance District
01.2017 - 02.2024
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
Paramedic
Macon County Ambulance District
09.2013 - 01.2017
- Coordinated with other emergency services agencies during mass casualty incidents to optimize resource utilization and ensure seamless incident management.
- Implemented an effective inventory management system for medical supplies and equipment, reducing waste and controlling costs.
- Reduced response time for critical incidents by optimizing crew deployment strategies.
- Ensured compliance with all state and federal regulations for EMS operations, maintaining a flawless safety record.
Paramedic
Linn County Ambulance District
09.2001 - 09.2013
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
Education
Paramedic Certificate - Paramedicine
Grand River Technical School
Chillicothe05-2005
EMT-Basic Certificate - Infantry/Medical Specialist
U.S. Army
Fort Leonard Wood, MO01-1997
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient management
- Patient assessments
- Rapport building
- Injury and illness treatment
- Ambulance driving
- Treatment documentation
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Cardiac defibrillation
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
- Prehospital care
- Advanced lifesaving procedures
- Emergency management
Timeline
Paramedic
Lewis County Ambulance District
11.2023 - Current
Paramedic
Randolph County Ambulance District
01.2017 - 02.2024
Paramedic
Macon County Ambulance District
09.2013 - 01.2017
Paramedic
Linn County Ambulance District
09.2001 - 09.2013
Paramedic Certificate - Paramedicine
Grand River Technical School
EMT-Basic Certificate - Infantry/Medical Specialist
U.S. Army
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