William J Muse
Tompkinsville,KY
Summary
Paramedic with extensive experience at excelling in advanced life support and critical decision-making. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through timely interventions and effective communication. Skilled in intubation and emergency management, dedicated to delivering compassionate care in high-pressure situations.
Emergency medical professional with track record in providing high-quality care in urgent situations. Known for strong teamwork and achieving positive outcomes, adapting to changing needs with reliability. Skilled in advanced life support and patient assessment, valued for calm demeanor under pressure.
Dependable Paramedic effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work.
Adaptable Paramedic with great paramedic skills and critical thinking abilities. Proven leadership illustrated over 18 years of excellent emergency medical performance. Dedicated to fast-paced and compassionate care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Barren-Metcalfe EMS
11.2024 - 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.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Increased survival rates with rapid recognition of life-threatening conditions and swift initiation of appropriate interventions.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Performed thorough vehicle inspections before and after shifts to maintain operational readiness and ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Reduced response times by maintaining thorough knowledge of local geography and navigation routes.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate and life-saving medical care.
- Transported critically ill and injured patients to nearest medical center, using advanced life support equipment as needed.
- Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
- Administered first-aid treatment to reduce pain and minimize risk of complications.
- Monitored patients' vital signs to assess condition and identify necessary medical interventions.
- Provided CPR and used automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to revive patients in cardiac arrest.
- Used defibrillators and oxygen tanks during patient care and transport, increasing chances of survival.
- Placed patients on backboards or stretchers to safely load into ambulance.
Paramedic
Monroe County Medical Center
08.2009 - 06.2022
- Executed specialized ACLS, BLS, and PALS procedures efficiently.
- 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.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Assisted in training new paramedics by serving as a preceptor and sharing clinical expertise during ridealongs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops to stay current on best practices in pre-hospital emergency medicine.
- Coordinated with other emergency services personnel such as police officers and firefighters during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Assisted with quality assurance initiatives by reviewing patient care reports and offering constructive feedback to improve overall performance within the organization.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Contributed to community outreach efforts by participating in public education events on CPR, first aid, and emergency preparedness.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Performed thorough vehicle inspections before and after shifts to maintain operational readiness and ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Reduced response times by maintaining thorough knowledge of local geography and navigation routes.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate and life-saving medical care.
- Transported critically ill and injured patients to nearest medical center, using advanced life support equipment as needed.
- Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
- Took patient health histories and asked questions to determine cause of illness or injury.
- Operated electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators or bag valve mask resuscitators in advanced life support environments.
- Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote great patient care.
- Communicated patient information and updates to hospital staff for smooth transition.
- Provided CPR and used automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to revive patients in cardiac arrest.
- Conducted end-of-shift cleaning, sanitation and resupply of equipment to promote organized, sanitary workstation.
- Used defibrillators and oxygen tanks during patient care and transport, increasing chances of survival.
- Placed patients on backboards or stretchers to safely load into ambulance.
Education
Paramedicine
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY02.2010
High School Diaploma - General Education
Monroe County High School
Tompkinsville, KY05.1998
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient management
- Intubation
- Patient assessments
- IV insertion
- Intravenous therapy
- Airway management
- Emergency management
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Pre-hospital care
- Medical equipment operation
- Patient transport
- Stroke management
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Medication administration
- Emergency response
- Vital sign assessment
- Patient examination
- Behavioral emergency intervention
- Triaging
- Vital assessments
- Scene safety assessment
- Mental health crisis management
- Safety protocols
- Geriatric emergency care
- Allergic reaction management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Mass casualty incident response
- Obstetric emergencies
- CPR
- Fracture stabilization
- Medical records management
- Treatment Planning
- Medical history collection
- Burn treatment
- Wound care
- Spinal immobilization
- Diabetic emergencies
- Patient immobilization
- Poisoning response
- Vital sign monitoring
- Ambulance transfer
- Seizure management
- Hazardous materials awareness
- Indirect patient care
- Life support management
- IV fluid replacement
- Field patient assessments
- Patient support and assistance
- Lifesaving measures
- Reporting and documentation
- Bedside reporting
- Resuscitating and stabilizing patients
- Medical supply restocking
- Emergency medical services
- Oxygen therapy
- Emergency vehicle upkeep
- Respiratory assessment
- Care triage
- Emergency vehicle driving
- Advanced lifesaving procedures
- Prehospital care
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
- Medical equipment usage
- Cardiac defibrillation
- CPR/AED
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Attention to detail
- Prehospital trauma life support
- Emergency treatment procedures
- Paramedic
- Basic trauma life support
- Treatment documentation
- Multi-patient triage
- Paramedic (PMD)
- Medical history recording
- Heart monitoring
- Ambulance decontamination
- Drug inventory management
- Neonatal resuscitation (NRP)
- Prehospital trauma life support (PHTLS)
- Ambulance driving
- Injury and illness treatment
- Medical equipment maintenance
- Emergency medical technician (EMT)
Certification
- EMR - Emergency Medical Responder
- Paramedic
- PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- BLS CPR
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Critical Care Endorsement
Timeline
Paramedic
Barren-Metcalfe EMS
11.2024 - Current
Paramedic
Monroe County Medical Center
08.2009 - 06.2022
Paramedicine
Western Kentucky University
High School Diaploma - General Education
Monroe County High School
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