Chasity Dixon
KDMT
Ashland
1
Certification
20
years of professional experience
Experienced Emergency Medical Technician skilled in providing direct patient care and thorough documentation. Committed to ensuring compliance with protocols while maintaining accurate patient records, contributing to seamless transitions of care in high-pressure environments.
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
4 Years 9 Months- Administered emergency care to patients in pre-hospital settings, ensuring compliance with protocols.
- Evaluated patient conditions and determined appropriate treatment plans based on established guidelines.
- Operated advanced life support equipment, including defibrillators and oxygen delivery systems.
- Collaborated with medical teams to coordinate patient transport and follow-up care effectively.
- Conducted regular vehicle checks to ensure readiness and compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation following legal and ethical standards.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers, relaying vital information about patient conditions and incident locations for timely responses.
- Assisted paramedics in advanced procedures, contributing to successful treatment outcomes for patients.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
Emergency Medical Technician
9 Years 7 Months- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Monitored vital signs continuously throughout transports, identifying subtle changes that could indicate a worsening condition or potential complications requiring intervention by more qualified medical personnel.
- Operated emergency vehicles safely and efficiently, adhering to traffic regulations while prioritizing the well-being of patients during transport.
- Coordinated with hospital staff upon arrival at medical facilities, ensuring a smooth transition of care from prehospital providers to definitive treatment teams.
- Assisted with equipment inventory checks and restocking supplies as needed, guaranteeing that all necessary tools were readily available for efficient response times.
- Maintained clean and organized ambulances, ensuring a safe and efficient environment for both patients and colleagues.
- Prepared patients for transport by securing them appropriately using stretchers or other immobilization devices when necessary.
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
9 Years 2 Months- Trained new EMTs on procedures, safety protocols, and the use of medical equipment.
- Implemented improvements in response times through streamlined communication with dispatch units.
- Documented accurate patient care reports, maintaining comprehensive records for future reference by healthcare professionals.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient conditions, utilizing critical thinking skills to determine optimal courses of action.
- Removed victims from vehicles or scene of accident or catastrophe and assisted in transfer to receiving facilities.
- Enhanced patient care by providing immediate medical attention and stabilizing life-threatening conditions during emergencies.
- Provided emotional support to distressed patients during high-stress situations, fostering trust between the EMT team and those receiving care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Provided basic life support interventions, such as airway management and oxygen administration, contributing to improved patient outcomes during emergency situations.
- Responded to emergencies by choosing route, observing traffic conditions and avoiding dangerous situations by maintaining communications with dispatcher.
- Performed CPR on unresponsive patients, increasing survival rates in critical situations.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Basic life support
Vital signs monitoring
Direct patient care
Vital sign assessment
Emergency vehicle operation
Airway management
IV setup
Patient assessments
Patient transport
Scene safety assessment
Patient stabilization
Documentation and reporting
Behavioral emergency intervention
Emergency response
Diabetic emergencies
Oxygen therapy
Patient care
Certification
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician 2006-current
- NREMT-B
- CPR
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
KDMT
10.2021 - CurrentRead More
Emergency Medical Technician
Portsmouth Ambulance
03.2012 - 10.2021Read More
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Pike County EMS
09.2006 - 11.2015Read More
Pike County Joint Vocational School
High School Diploma
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