Virginia Phillips
Saint Cloud ,FL
Summary
Driven to deliver excellent medical care and create strong patient rapport in challenging situations. Motivated and driven worker with proven history of compassionate care. Well-versed in emergency protocols, in-field care and during transport. Certified Paramedic and Firefighter 2. Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter/Paramedic
Highlands County Fire Rescue
Sebring, FL
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Evaluated incident scenes for possible victims requiring medical attention or evacuation assistance.
- Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient condition and treatment plans.
- Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
- Administered oxygen therapy, intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by physician protocols.
- Evaluated patient response to treatments administered during transport to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Recorded detailed notes about patient condition before arrival at hospital facility for documentation purposes.
- Provided emotional support for family members of critically ill or injured patients.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Documented care provided to patients into reports for submission to supervisor.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
- Monitored supplies and equipment inventory and replenished promptly before another emergency call.
Paramedic
Brevard County Fire rescue
Brevard, FL
09.2019 - 10.2021
- Adhered to all protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Explained each step of treatment to conscious patients to reduce fear and invoke calm.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
- Obtained details regarding patient by questioning family members and bystanders.
- Assessed scene on arrival to identify potential safety issues and hazards affecting first responders.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Documented all care provided to patients into reports for submission.
- Cleaned wounds and applied gauze and bandages to prevent infection.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
- Loaded patients into ambulances in preparation for transport to nearest medical center.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
- Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
- Treated patients suffering from variety of illnesses and ailments, including heart attacks, strokes, motor vehicle accident injuries.
Paramedic
Advent Healthcare EMS
Orlando, FL
08.2006 - 10.2021
- Adhered to all protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Explained each step of treatment to conscious patients to reduce fear and invoke calm.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Loaded patients into ambulances in preparation for transport to nearest medical center.
- Documented all care provided to patients into reports for submission.
- Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Central Florida Fire Academy Valencia
Firefighter 2
Orlando07.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Paramedic
Orlando Medical Institute
Orlando, FL08.2007
Some College (No Degree) - EMT
FMTI
Orlando, FL01.2005
Skills
- IV fluid replacement
- Wound care
- Medical data acquisition
- Safety protocols
- Critical decision-making skills
- Patient support and assistance
- Reporting and documentation
- Respiratory care assessment
- Ambulance transport
- Emergency management
- Field patient assessments
- Lifesaving measures
- Vital sign assessment
- Emergency response and assessment
- Dispatch communication protocols
- Defibrillation and resuscitation
- Aseptic technique
- EKG procedures
- IV and medication administration
- Quality assurance controls
Timeline
Firefighter/Paramedic
Highlands County Fire Rescue
01.2024 - Current
Paramedic
Brevard County Fire rescue
09.2019 - 10.2021
Paramedic
Advent Healthcare EMS
08.2006 - 10.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Central Florida Fire Academy Valencia
Firefighter 2
Some College (No Degree) - Paramedic
Orlando Medical Institute
Some College (No Degree) - EMT
FMTI
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