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Yolanda Charles
Paramedic
Lake Charles,LA
Summary
Resourceful Paramedic offering 12+ years of experience handling medical emergencies. Expertise in monitoring cardiac conditions and EKG readings and executing placement of peripheral, central and intraosseous lines. In-depth knowledge of testing, maintaining, and using medical and rescue equipment. Quick-witted professional committed to providing patient-focused delivery of care and treatment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Paramedic
MedExpress Ambulance Service/GMR
Alexandria, LA
06.2023 - Current
- Coordinated with other emergency services personnel such as police officers and firefighters during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.
- Promoted health equity within the community by offering culturally sensitive care to diverse populations while respecting individual preferences or needs.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Streamlined patient handoff processes at hospitals by clearly communicating relevant information to receiving staff, ensuring seamless continuity of care.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Performed thorough vehicle inspections before and after shifts to maintain operational readiness and ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
- Reduced response times by maintaining thorough knowledge of local geography and navigation routes.
- Safeguarded ambulance equipment through regular inventory checks, cleaning routines, and reporting any damaged items for replacement or repair immediately.
- Managed challenging or combative patients using de-escalation techniques and appropriate physical restraints when necessary, prioritizing safety for both the patient and medical team.
- Increased survival rates with rapid recognition of life-threatening conditions and swift initiation of appropriate interventions.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Critical Care Transport Paramedic/Field Training Officer
Acadian Companies, Acadian Ambulance Service
Lake Charles, LA
09.2006 - 06.2023
- Provide appropriate, efficient and timely pre-hospital advanced, intermediate and basic life support care and transportation of the sick and injured in accordance with local, state, national and Acadian Ambulance standards of practice
- Paramedic responding to Emergency and Non-Emergency 911 calls in a high-volume system
- Trained and overseen new and experienced Paramedics/EMTs as well as a variety of Student EMTs/Paramedics
- Mentored and trained new paramedics, enhancing their skills and knowledge through hands-on instruction and real-world experience.
- Critical Care Transport certified thru Acadian Ambulance trained to operate ventilators and various IV pumps
- Proficient in accurate and thorough medical documentation using Health EMS software as well as standard documentation.
- Performed thorough vehicle inspections before and after shifts to maintain operational readiness and ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Coordinated with other emergency services personnel such as police officers and firefighters during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.
- Managed challenging scenes with multiple casualties by prioritizing patient care, delegating tasks efficiently, and maintaining clear communication among team members.
Shift Lead/Site Paramedic
Prime Occupational Medicine
Hackberry, LA
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Served as shift leader for EMT-Paramedics at the CCJV/CLNG Project in Hackberry, LA
- Communicate with HSE, physician, and other personnel via radio-telephone
- Provide appropriate, efficient, and timely pre-hospital advanced, intermediate and basic life support care to the sick and injured, in the industrial environment in accordance with local, state, and national standards of practice
- Maintain clinic supplies for treatment and preventative measures in the workplace
- Perform Urine Drug Screenings and Breath Alcohol Testing
- Conduct Respirator Fit Testing
- Collaborate with other healthcare providers, Case Management, and Medical Director regarding clinic and patient needs
- Work at heights >= 100', Confined Spaces, and other extreme conditions
- Conducts record keeping, filing, and data entry as required by the project
- Prepare various types of reports as required by the project or requested by the project supervisor
- Perform other duties as required by supervisor.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA 03.2023 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic -
South Louisiana Community College - NEMSA
Lafayette 08.2011 - 05.2013
Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Technology -
McNeese State University
Lake Charles 06.2005 - 05.2007
Skills
Advanced
Emergency Response
IV Insertion
Medication Administration
Patient Assessments
Documentation And Reporting
Mass Casualty Incident Response
Advanced Life Support
Medical Equipment Operation
Airway Management
Patient Management
Patient Examination
Pre-hospital Care
Critical decision-making skills
Certification
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians - Paramedic
Software
HealthEMS
MEDS
ImageTrend
Timeline
Paramedic
MedExpress Ambulance Service/GMR
06.2023 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
03.2023 - Current
Shift Lead/Site Paramedic
Prime Occupational Medicine
07.2017 - 08.2019
Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic -
South Louisiana Community College - NEMSA
08.2011 - 05.2013
Critical Care Transport Paramedic/Field Training Officer
Acadian Companies, Acadian Ambulance Service
09.2006 - 06.2023
Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Technology -
McNeese State University
06.2005 - 05.2007