Reliable Paramedic with 20+ years of experience in high-pressure emergency care. Clinically-sound and productive under pressure for safe, reliable patient support. Good communication skills when working with other medical teams.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work history
Paramedic
Northern Ireland Ambulance Service
Craigavon, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon
1999.01 - Current
Provide frontline emergency medical care
Respond to emergency calls including trauma, cardiac respiratory and medical emergencies
Perform critical patient assessments and advanced life support
Safely transport patients to the appropriate healthcare facilities while maintaining continuous monitoring and care
Work closely with police, fire service and hospital teams during emergency incidents and major incidents
Use available clinical pathways to ensure the best patient care
Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation
Support and mentor newly qualified paramedics and emergency medical technicians
Ensure compliance with HCPC standards and NIAS clinical governance policies
Enhanced patient survival rates by implementing effective pre-hospital emergency care procedures.
Education
Paramedic - Health and Care Professions Council
Northern Ireland Ambulance Service
Craigavon, Northern Ireland
2003.11 -
Emergency Medical Technician - Emergency Medicine
Northern Ireland Ambulance Service
Belfast
2001.01 - 2003.11
Patient Care Attendant - Emergency Medicine
Northern Ireland Ambulance Service
Belfast
1999.01 - 2001.01
Skills
Multitasking capability
Oxygen administration
Paediatric advanced life support
Adult advanced life support
End-Of-Life care sensitivity
Resuscitation techniques
Focused decision making
ECG interpretation
Spinal immobilisation
Trauma handling
Resiliency under pressure
Emergency driving
Major incident Management
Manual handling
Professional Memberships
Member of the college of Paramedics since 26/11/2019