EMT-Basic
Metro Atlanta Ambulance Service
08.2024 - Current
- Facilitated seamless handoffs to hospital staff through comprehensive documentation and verbal reports of patient care provided during transport.
- Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure while maintaining composure to provide the best care possible for patients experiencing traumatic events.
- Assisted paramedics with advanced life support interventions when necessary, acting as an integral part of the emergency response team.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Assessed patient conditions, maintaining calm demeanor in urgent situations.
- Provided compassionate care for diverse populations including children, elderly individuals, pregnant women, and individuals with special needs during medical emergencies.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of protocols, procedures and medical advances.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions during emergency situations.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Adapted quickly to dynamic situations by incorporating critical thinking skills and decisive actions when faced with rapidly changing conditions or new information about patients'' needs.
- Enhanced teamwork efficiency by effectively collaborating with paramedics, firefighters, and police officers in high-stress environments.
- Contributed to a positive work environment within EMS team by fostering good relationships with colleagues and demonstrating dedication to continuous improvement in patient care practices.
