Theresa McCague
Katy
Summary
Paramedic professional with strong leadership and emergency medical skills, ready to lead teams and ensure high-quality patient care. Proven ability to adapt to changing situations and maintain composure under pressure. Expertise in advanced life support, trauma response, and patient transport, with focus on teamwork and achieving optimal outcomes. Known for reliability, quick decision-making, and effective communication.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
In Charge Paramedic
Harris County Emergency Svcs Dist 48
09.2019 - Current
- Promoted patient safety through adherence to strict infection control protocols and proper equipment maintenance.
- Demonstrated sound decision-making skills under pressure, enabling successful handling of high-stress situations.
- Mentored new paramedics, sharing best practices and fostering a culture of continuous learning within the team.
- Stayed current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices by attending conferences, workshops, and continuing education programs.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
Firefighter Paramedic
McCook Fire Department
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- 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.
Firefighter Paramedic
Lyons Fire Department
10.2018 - 08.2019
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Carried out fire inspections to identify fire hazards and recommend corrective measures.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
Paramedic
Kurtz Ambulance Service
06.2016 - 08.2019
- 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.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Operated electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators or bag valve mask resuscitators in advanced life support environments.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL12-2018
Skills
- Triage management
- Compassionate care
- Airway management
- Intravenous therapy
- Critical thinking
- Reliability
- Emergency medical services
Certification
- Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO or EVOC)- Various issuing bodies, including state-specific programs or national safety councils.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program® (NRP®) Provider Status – American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Heart Association.
- State Paramedic License - [State] Department of Health or equivalent state agency.
- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Level Training – Department of Homeland Security, FEMA, or accredited entities.
- Incident Command System Certifications 100/200/700/800 – Federal Emergency Management Agency's Independent Study Program.
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training Certificate – Occupational Safety and Health Administration or approved providers.
- Airway Management & Ventilation Techniques Certifications – Various accredited medical education providers.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- EMS Instructor 1
Timeline
In Charge Paramedic
Harris County Emergency Svcs Dist 48
09.2019 - Current
Firefighter Paramedic
McCook Fire Department
03.2019 - 08.2019
Firefighter Paramedic
Lyons Fire Department
10.2018 - 08.2019
Paramedic
Kurtz Ambulance Service
06.2016 - 08.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Moraine Valley Community College
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