Wayne Jenkins
Amarillo,Texas
Summary
Confident Firefighter works effectively as part of cohesive team. Highly trained individual with great mechanical aptitude and background in medical response and fire suppression. Handles issues quickly and resolves conflicts successfully. Calm and level-headed Emergency Medical Technician confident in triaging scenes to optimize resource utilization. Dedicated to continuous professional development and delivering of optimal care. Thorough in cleaning and sanitizing between calls. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Healthcare Administrator with proven to deliver exemplary level of healthcare service delivery to patients. Coordinate admission and discharge of patients. Plan and implement strategies for developing improved health care management. Proven problem solver and excellent communicator. Strong organizational skills, superb understanding of data collection and performance metrics. Recognized for staff development leading to high performing teams.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
EMS/Lead Firefighter
Angel Fire Fire Dept
Angel Fire , NM
08.2016 - 08.2021
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Frequently lifted up to 200 plus pounds to extinguish fires and treat injured persons.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Set up and operated master streams and aerial ladder pipes.
- Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
- Trained fire personnel in safe and proper operation and maintenance of fire department apparatus and vehicles.
- Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
- Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
- Assessed active fires and consulted with fire chief to devise optimal approach and containment strategies.
- Assisted with safety audits and tracking of chemical and waste inventories.
- Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
- Responded to confined space incidents, EMS and hazardous material incidents.
- Carried hose bundle of approximately 60 pounds to upper floors of businesses, apartments and hotels during emergencies.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Notified fire dispatchers to detail difficulties encountered, request additional firefighters and obtain emergency supplies.
- Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
EMS Supervisor
Taos County EMS
Taos , NM
04.2008 - 07.2021
- Communicated with physician to relay patient condition and obtain orders for treatment.
- Monitored medical and emotional needs of victims of acute illness or injury with goal of reducing mortality and morbidity.
- Recognized medical emergencies and made reasonable and acceptable differential diagnoses.
- Provided and directed Advanced Life Support to ill and injured people utilizing basic and advanced abilities and techniques.
- Anticipated potentially life-threatening conditions and instituted emergency therapy essential for preservation of life.
- Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
- Conducted literature and coding reviews to adhere to state and federal standards.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and local, state and federal guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
- Implemented best practice standards for billing resulting in substantial reduction of accounts receivable delays.
Emergency Room Medical Technician
Holy Cross Hospital
Taos , NM
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Communicated with dispatch and treatment center personnel to provide information about medical situations and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Communicated with patients and families to obtain patient medical histories and vital information.
- Followed blood bank procedures to evaluate blood type compatibility.
- Sorted specimens according to priority and difficulty of procedures and recorded all processes in pathology log.
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions and assisting with concerns.
- Used backboards and spinal immobilization devices to prepare patients for placement on stretchers.
- Oversaw department updates such as changing methodologies and improving workflow.
- Implemented treatment for emergent medical conditions by thoroughly assessing current patient status.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history and chief complaints.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Maintained patient confidence and protected hospital by keeping information confidential.
- Followed appropriate disinfecting procedures to sterilize medical equipment.
- Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomies, glucose tests and pulmonary functioning tests.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork and compassion.
- Used first aid and preventive medical procedures to stabilize critically ill patients.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment and reagents used and placed orders for replacements.
Education
Medical Technician -Intermediate - Medical
01.2008
Skills
- Pump and Hose Management
- Waterproof Salvage Covers
- Industrial Accidents
- Accident Site Response
- Fire Suppression Techniques
- Station and Equipment Cleaning
- Personal Protective Equipment PPE
- Two-Way Radio Coordination
- Team Collaboration
- Victim Rescue
- Hazard Identification
- Detailed Reporting
- Hot Spot Location and Elimination
- Burning Building Entry Tactics
- Water Emergency Response
- Safety Equipment Inspection
- Fire Prevention Education
- Ladder Truck Operation
- Dispatch Communication
- Alarm Response
- Emergency Response
- Property Protection and Salvage
- De-escalation Techniques
- Conflict Resolution
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Work Planning and Prioritizing
- Mechanical Equipment Repair
- Site Searching
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Decision Making
- Mass Casualty Incident Response
- Basic Life Support
- Operational Records Maintenance
- Risk Management
- Critical Thinking
- Employee Supervision
- Medical Condition Coding Software
- Patient Advocacy
- Emergency Readiness
- Patient Care Assessment
- Problem Resolution
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Prehospital Care
- Stretcher and Backboard Use
- Vital Sign Assessment
- Emergency Medical Team Coordination
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Patient Condition Observation
- Spinal Demobilization Devices
- Ambulance Transport
- First Aid
Timeline
EMS/Lead Firefighter - Angel Fire Fire Dept
08.2016 - 08.2021
Emergency Room Medical Technician - Holy Cross Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2014
EMS Supervisor - Taos County EMS
04.2008 - 07.2021
University of NM - Medical Technician -Intermediate, Medical