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Wesley Richards

Murfreesboro,TN

Summary


Professional with strong foundation in emergency medical care, adept at rapid assessment and intervention. Proven track record in high-pressure situations, prioritizing effective communication and teamwork to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Recognized for adaptability and reliability, consistently meeting evolving needs of environment. Skilled in advanced life support, patient stabilization, and emergency response protocols.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paramedic

Rutherford County EMS
06.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in patient assessments and vital sign monitoring during emergency situations.
  • Collaborated with medical teams to provide effective pre-hospital care and support.
  • Learned protocols for administering medications and managing trauma cases efficiently.
  • Engaged in continuous training on emergency response techniques and safety procedures.
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.

First Health of There Carolinas

Critical Care Paramedic
07.2023 - 05.2025
  • Monitored vital signs before, during and after transportation.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' conditions, enabling accurate diagnosis and prompt initiation of appropriate treatments.
  • Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
  • Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
  • Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.

Firefighter Paramedic

Richmond Heights Fire Department
08.2017 - 07.2023
  • Responded to emergency calls, executing fire suppression and rescue operations effectively.
  • Conducted routine inspections of equipment and apparatus, ensuring operational readiness and safety compliance.
  • Collaborated with team members during drills to enhance firefighting techniques and improve response times.
  • Assisted in developing training programs for new recruits, fostering skill development and teamwork principles.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

South College
Nashville, TN
04-2027

Bachelor of Science - Paramedicine

Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO
09-2019

Skills

  • Documentation and reporting
  • Advanced life support
  • Critical decision-making skills
  • Direct patient care

Certification

  • PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
  • FP-C - Certified Flight Paramedic
  • ACLS, PALS, BLS, and ITLS Certified
  • TN, NC, and IL state Paramedic License

Timeline

Paramedic

Rutherford County EMS
06.2025 - Current

First Health of There Carolinas

Critical Care Paramedic
07.2023 - 05.2025

Firefighter Paramedic

Richmond Heights Fire Department
08.2017 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

South College

Bachelor of Science - Paramedicine

Lindenwood University

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