Tim Fugate
Parma,OH
Summary
Highly skilled Paramedic in providing exceptional pre-hospital emergency care and services. A knowledgeable, reliable and quality-focused individual seeking full-time employment with a fire department the as a Paramedic.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Paramedic
MetroHealth Medical Center 2500 Metro Health Drive
05.2024 - Current
- Collaborated closely with fellow paramedics to provide seamless patient care during high-pressure situations.
- Maximized resource utilization by effectively managing equipment inventory, maintenance, and restocking procedures.
- Boosted team efficiency through regular participation in training programs and continued education courses.
- Established trust with diverse populations through compassionate bedside manner, cultural sensitivity, and empathetic communication skills.
- Assisted in life-saving procedures, supporting physicians and nurses in critical situations.
- Monitored vital signs for accurate assessment of patient condition, alerting medical staff of any significant changes or concerns.
- Provided emotional support to distressed patients and families during difficult moments in the ER setting.
PARAMEDIC
Hudson EMS
04.2023 - Current
- Performed Paramedic level emergency medical treatment to provide the most extensive pre-hospital care.
- Provided life support services during medical emergencies on scene and en route to the hospital.
- Maintained a state of readiness and alertness for all assignments.
- Collected pertinent information from the patient, family and friends, medical records and prescriptions.
- Administered continuous and 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring.
- Rapidly assessed whether life threatening criteria was present and took immediate action.
- Initiated plans of care based on patient assessments.
- Operated and maintained emergency vehicles in a safe, efficient manner while obeying all traffic laws.
- Calculated and administered medications while considering factors as: interactions, patient weight, and concentration of the drug.
EMERGENCY ROOM PARAMEDIC
Cleveland Clinic Lutheran Hospital
03.2021 - Current
- Performed routine medical technician duties in the emergency room.
- Obtained information from the patient required to check-in, assess vitals signs and documents all medical history, while preparing the patient for the nurse or doctor.
- Assisted physicians in treating emergency patients within the scope of practice as a licensed EMT-Paramedic.
- Calculated and administered medications, while considering factors as, interactions, patient weight, and concentration of the drug.
- Started intravenous therapy on patients of all ages.
- Performed EKG's on patients of all ages.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and treating emergency medical conditions.
- Averted potential health crises by promptly identifying warning signs of life-threatening conditions and initiating appropriate interventions.
Parameidc
Phyician Ambulance Serive
02.2021 - 01.2024
- Enhanced response times by effectively navigating routes and maintaining updated knowledge of local traffic patterns.
- Promoted safety by conducting thorough vehicle inspections before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, contributing to a safe work environment for colleagues.
- Maintained accurate patient records by diligently documenting transport details and vital signs during transit.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs, blood draws, and specimen collection according to established protocols.
- Participated in continuous education opportunities to stay current on best practices in critical care medicine.
Education
GED -
Lakewood High School
Lakewood No Degree - EMT And Paramedic
University Hospital Department of Education
Parma 01.2021
Skills
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Nationally Registered Paramedic
- IV Insertion
- Airway Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
Skills
- Great Team player
- Great bedside manner
- Experienced in Intravenous and Intraosseous therapy.
- Airway management
- Experienced in managing a patient in cardiac or respiratory arrest.
- Expert in handling ventilator dependent patients
- Well trained in several different models of Advanced Life Support equipment. (ex: LTV Vent, Eagle vent, Zoll, Lifepak, EZ-IO,)
- Great Computer and Communication skills.
- ACLS
- PALS
- ITLS
Timeline
Emergency Room Paramedic
MetroHealth Medical Center 2500 Metro Health Drive
05.2024 - Current
PARAMEDIC
Hudson EMS
04.2023 - Current
EMERGENCY ROOM PARAMEDIC
Cleveland Clinic Lutheran Hospital
03.2021 - Current
Parameidc
Phyician Ambulance Serive
02.2021 - 01.2024
GED -
Lakewood High School
No Degree - EMT And Paramedic
University Hospital Department of Education