Wayland Copeland
Oklahoma City
Summary
Paramedic Lead at SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital with specialization in advanced life support and critical decision-making. Enhanced patient outcomes through strategic interventions and refined emergency response protocols. Fostered collaborations with healthcare providers to improve care coordination and operational efficiency. Committed to professional growth and mentoring within the team.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic Lead
SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City
03.2020 - Current
- 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.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Paramedic Supervisor
REACT Emergency Medical Services
11.1996 - 09.2020
- Reduced response time for critical incidents by optimizing crew deployment strategies.
- Enhanced emergency response efficiency by streamlining communication and coordination between paramedics.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism within the team by modeling ethical behavior in all aspects of work.
- Contributed to the development of department-wide policies, procedures, and protocols aimed at enhancing operational effectiveness.
- Implemented an effective inventory management system for medical supplies and equipment, reducing waste and controlling costs.
- Developed strong relationships with local hospitals and healthcare providers, ensuring smooth patient handoffs and improved care coordination.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Fleet maintenance supervisor with responsibilities as scheduled maintenance, unit repairs, build out and ordering new units.
- Facilitated continuing education opportunities for paramedic staff, promoting a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Managed scheduling, payroll, and personnel matters for the paramedic team to maintain optimal staffing levels at all times.
- Mentored junior paramedics, fostering professional growth and development within the team.
- Optimized budget allocation through careful monitoring of expenses and strategic purchasing decisions.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
Paramedic Supervisor
MEDICUS Emergency Medical Services
03.1993 - 11.1996
- Enhanced emergency response efficiency by streamlining communication and coordination between paramedics.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism within the team by modeling ethical behavior in all aspects of work.
- Contributed to the development of department-wide policies, procedures, and protocols aimed at enhancing operational effectiveness.
- Developed strong relationships with local hospitals and healthcare providers, ensuring smooth patient handoffs and improved care coordination.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
EMT-Intermediate
EMSA
04.1992 - 11.1992
- Enhanced patient care by providing timely and efficient emergency medical assistance in various situations.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering teamwork among peers and maintaining open lines of communication across all levels of the organization.
- Participated in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the EMS field.
- Operated emergency vehicles safely and efficiently, adhering to traffic laws while prioritizing rapid response times.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Srvices
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK12-1992
Skills
- Critical decision-making skills
- Advanced life support
- Documentation and reporting
- Direct patient care
- Patient management
- Pre-hospital care
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Scene safety assessment
Accomplishments
- Implemented cost saving program of vehicle purchase by implementing a remount program.
- High crew morale and enthusiasm with positive leadership and encouragement.
- Strong communication ties with supporting services such as dispatch, fire, law enforcement, medical facilities and other entities of support.
Timeline
Paramedic Lead
SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City
03.2020 - Current
Paramedic Supervisor
REACT Emergency Medical Services
11.1996 - 09.2020
Paramedic Supervisor
MEDICUS Emergency Medical Services
03.1993 - 11.1996
EMT-Intermediate
EMSA
04.1992 - 11.1992
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Srvices
Oklahoma City Community College
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