Timothy Claussen
Summary
Compassionate EMT-Basic skilled in basic life support, patient assessment, and emergency management. Committed to delivering quality care under pressure and ensuring patient safety.
Overview
1
1
Certificate
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
EMT-Basic
Shelby County EMS
Harlan, IA
08.2025 - Current
- Administered basic life support and first aid to patients in emergency situations.
- Assisted paramedics in patient assessment and transport during critical incidents.
- Maintained equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness for emergency response.
- Documented patient information and treatment provided for accurate reporting.
- Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate rapid responses.
- Engaged in continuous training to enhance emergency medical knowledge and skills.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, prioritizing safety and efficiency.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care during transport.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
EMT-Basic
Panora Ems
Panora, IA
09.2025 - Current
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
Lube Technician
Karl's Chevrolet of Stuart
Stuart, IA
04.2019 - 08.2025
- Performed routine oil changes and fluid checks to ensure vehicle performance.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to enhance safety standards.
- Assisted in diagnosing engine issues and recommending necessary repairs to technicians.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve service efficiency.
Assembly Line Worker
Schafer Systems Inc
Adair, IA
02.2012 - 04.2019
- Operated assembly line machinery to ensure efficient production flow.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance and compliance with specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline assembly processes and reduce downtime.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
Education
EMT -
Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, IA08.2024
High School Diploma -
Adair-Casey Jr-Sr High-school
Adair, IA05.2011
Skills
- Basic life support
- Vital sign assessment
- Critical decision-making skills
- Patient assessments
- Vital signs monitoring
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Patient evaluations
- CPR and first aid
- Patient transport
- Airway management
- Pre-hospital care
- Emergency management
- Bleeding control
- Emergency patient triage
- Safe driving
- Ambulance driving
- Patient stabilization
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Critical thinking
- Compassion and empathy
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Basic trauma life support
- First aid
Affiliations
Adair Fire & Rescue- Adair, Iowa
Panora EMS- Panora, Iowa
Shelby County EMS- Harlan, Iowa
Certification
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
- CPR Training - [05/092025-05/2027]
Timeline
EMT-Basic
Panora Ems
09.2025 - Current
EMT-Basic
Shelby County EMS
08.2025 - Current
Lube Technician
Karl's Chevrolet of Stuart
04.2019 - 08.2025
Assembly Line Worker
Schafer Systems Inc
02.2012 - 04.2019
EMT -
Iowa Western Community College
High School Diploma -
Adair-Casey Jr-Sr High-school