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Thomas Peppers

Summary

I am a graduate of an accredited nursing program with an Oklahoma/multistate registered nurse license. I have worked as an ICU nurse, floating to the ED, med/surg, and ICU step-down units. I have been relief charge in the ICU unit during my time at Ada. Prior to nursing, I worked as a detail-oriented Critical Care Paramedic with 25 years of experience as a paramedic, 25 years of ground experience, and two years of flight paramedic experience. Work experience in both busy 911 systems and rural EMS. Strong knowledge of the use of cardiac monitors, ventilator management, and the transportation of critical care patients via ground units, rotor, and fixed-wing aircraft. Communicative and team-oriented, able to work calmly under pressure. Have current certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and PHTLS.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ICU Nurse

Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City
, OK
12.2024 - Current
  • Assisted physicians with various invasive procedures within the ICU setting.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members in order to provide quality patient care.
  • Facilitated admission and discharge processes for ICU patients.
  • Provided care to a variety of complex medical and surgical patients.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.

Paramedic

Atoka County EMS
Atoka, OK
01.2023 - Current
  • Performed emergency life support and treated sick and injured persons at remote locations.
  • Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
  • Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
  • Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.

RN, ICU

Mercy Hospital Ada
Ada, Oklahoma
07.2023 - 11.2024
  • Provided direct patient care in the ICU setting, including assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
  • Assisted physicians with procedures such as intubation, chest tube insertion and central line placement.
  • Monitored vital signs including pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature and respiration rate.

Paramedic Supervisor

Marshall County EMS
Madill, OK
09.2021 - 01.2023
  • Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
  • Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
  • Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.

Critical Care Flight Paramedic

Apollo Medflight
Amarillo, TX
06.2020 - 09.2021

Critical care transports via fixed and rotor-wing aircrafts. Frequent use of high-risk medications, ventilators, IV pumps, and other equipment involved in critical care patient transportation/care. Have advanced certifications: PHTLS, ACLS, PALS, as well as BLS.

Paramedic

Shamrock EMS
Shamrock, TX
10.2017 - 09.2021
  • Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
  • Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
  • Assessed scene on arrival to identify potential safety issues and hazards affecting first responders.
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Adhered to all protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
  • Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.

Paramedic

Wheeler County EMS
Wheeler, TX
03.2004 - 06.2020
  • Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
  • Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
  • Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
  • Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing-RN

Murray State College
Tishomingo, OK
05.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Science

Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX
05.2009

Paramedic Diploma - Paramedicine

Kiamichi Technology Center - Poteau
Poteau, OK
05.2000

Skills

  • People skills
  • Providing pre-hospital advanced life support
  • Ventilator management
  • IV fluid replacement
  • Respiratory care assessment
  • Defibrillation and resuscitation
  • Critical decision-making skills
  • IV and medication administration
  • Critical Care Nursing
  • Blood Transfusion Administration
  • Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring

Certification

  • Paramedic (National Registry, Oklahoma and Texas state paramedic licenses.)
  • ACLS, PALS, NRP, BLS, PHTLS

Timeline

ICU Nurse

Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City
12.2024 - Current

RN, ICU

Mercy Hospital Ada
07.2023 - 11.2024

Paramedic

Atoka County EMS
01.2023 - Current

Paramedic Supervisor

Marshall County EMS
09.2021 - 01.2023

Critical Care Flight Paramedic

Apollo Medflight
06.2020 - 09.2021

Paramedic

Shamrock EMS
10.2017 - 09.2021

Paramedic

Wheeler County EMS
03.2004 - 06.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing-RN

Murray State College

Associate of Applied Science - Science

Amarillo College

Paramedic Diploma - Paramedicine

Kiamichi Technology Center - Poteau
Thomas Peppers