James McCafferty
Belfast
Summary
Dynamic RRV Paramedic with the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, adept at advanced life support and effective communication. Proven track record in saving lives through rapid emergency response and critical decision-making. Recognized for training junior paramedics and enhancing community health awareness, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in high-pressure situations.
Dedicated professional bringing several years of excellent performance in medical roles. Offers unwavering work ethic and dedication to patient care. Industrious and focused on continuous professional development.
Committed medical professional actively pursuing an opportunity to contribute value to the team through a professional role. Meticulous and compassionate with demonstrated success in executing compassionate patient care and reasoned decision-making under pressure. Highly skilled in wound care and iv administration with a strong foundation of knowledge the field.
Using various alternative card pathways, to ease hospital pressure
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1983
1983
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
RRV PARAMEDIC
Northern Ireland Ambulance Service
NEWTOWNABBEY
02.2000 - 02.2025
- Responded promptly to emergency calls and assessed patient conditions.
- Administered life-saving treatments and medications in high-pressure situations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
- Operated medical equipment and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Provided clear communication to patients and families during emergencies.
- Documented patient information accurately for seamless handover to hospitals.
- Trained and mentored junior paramedics on best practices in emergency care.
- Participated in community outreach programs to promote health awareness initiatives.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, defibrillators, suction devices and stretchers.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
- Responded to emergency calls quickly and safely while utilizing appropriate driving techniques.
- Transported patients from accident scenes or hospital settings to medical facilities in a safe manner.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Documented care provided to patients into reports for submission to supervisor.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Saved lives by administering medications, monitoring cardiac output and performing emergency intubations.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
- Evaluated patient response to treatments administered during transport to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.
- Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
- Explained each step of treatment to conscious patients to reduce fear and invoke calm.
- Provided emotional support for family members of critically ill or injured patients.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Organized supplies for ambulance runs including IV solutions, airway management equipment and medication kits.
- Assessed scene on arrival to identify potential safety issues and hazards affecting first responders.
- Educated patients on proper use of medications, disease prevention methods and self-care techniques.
- Participated in drills related to disaster preparedness scenarios that included triage assessments.
- Collaborated with colleagues on shared cases to provide comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Utilized proper safety precautions when handling hazardous materials or infectious substances.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Cleaned wounds and applied gauze and bandages to prevent infection.
- Ensured compliance with established policies related to infection control procedures.
- Obtained details regarding patient by questioning family members and bystanders.
- Cleaned vehicles and patient care compartments, performed routine maintenance checks and maintained constant readiness for emergencies.
- Suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
- Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
- Presented paramedic basics at schools, cardiopulmonary resuscitation classes, civic groups and public safety agencies.
- Bandaged wounds and determined necessity for stitches or sutures.
- Testified in court regarding circumstances of paramedic calls and gave depositions.
- Reported infectious disease cases to appropriate medical authorities.
Education
Stella Maris
NEWTOWNABBEY, Antrim Skills
- Advanced life support
- Patient assessment
- Emergency medication administration
- Medical equipment operation
- CPR and intubation
- Scene safety assessment
- Emergency response driving
- Hospital transfer coordination
- Community health education
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Emotional support provision
- Documentation accuracy
- Time management
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Medical supply restocking
- Hazardous materials awareness
- Medical volunteer
- Care plan adherence
- Airway management
- Emergency medical services
- Patient transport
- Respiratory assessment
- Geriatric emergency care
- Emergency diagnostics
- Documentation and reporting
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Rig maintenance
- Patient support and assistance
- Emergency vehicle upkeep
- Triaging
- Medical data acquisition
- Emergency response
- Stroke management
- Life support management
- Patient immobilization
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical records management
- Oxygen therapy
- Indirect patient care
- Seizure management
- Fracture stabilization
- Vital assessments
- Spinal immobilization
- Pre-hospital care
- Intravenous therapy
- CPR
- Mass casualty incident response
- Behavioral emergency intervention
- Intubation
- Bedside reporting
- Allergic reaction management
- EMR / EHR
- Ambulance transfer
- Burn treatment
- Medical coding
- Patient examination
- Vital sign assessment
- Patient management
- Poisoning response
- Treatment Planning
- Direct patient care
- Mental health crisis management
- Resuscitating and stabilizing patients
- Lifesaving measures
- Communicable disease control
- Safety protocols
- Diabetic emergencies
- IV fluid replacement
- Wound care
- Care triage
- Obstetric emergencies
- Medical history collection
- Patient assessments
- Vital sign monitoring
- Reporting and documentation
- Medication administration
- Field patient assessments
Certification
State Registered Medical Professional with the HCPC.
Reg. Number (PA14829)
PHECC certification Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh
MIMMS trained.
Membership College of Paramedics
Affiliations
Music Vinyl collector
Guitars
Science Fiction and Fantasy reader.
Book collector
Animal lover
Love my dog
Father, husband and grandfather
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RRV PARAMEDIC
Northern Ireland Ambulance Service
02.2000 - 02.2025
Stella Maris
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