Brianna Rhoads
Alexandria
Summary
Proactive professional with 4 year history in providing emergency medical services. Possessing knowledge and experience of emergency medical procedures, medical equipment and technology. Trained to remain calm and composed in high-stress suppression and medical emergency situations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Fairfax County Fire And Rescue Department
12.2019 - 10.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions during emergency situations.
- Enhanced teamwork efficiency by effectively collaborating with paramedics, firefighters, and police officers in high-stress environments.
- Reduced response times by maintaining a well-organized ambulance stocked with necessary supplies for various emergency scenarios.
- Ensured scene safety by quickly evaluating potential hazards and taking appropriate precautions to protect patients, bystanders, and team members.
- Facilitated seamless handoffs to hospital staff through comprehensive documentation and verbal reports of patient care provided during transport.
- Maintained professional competence through ongoing education, training sessions, and skills evaluations to deliver the highest quality patient care possible.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards while documenting sensitive information regarding patients'' medical histories or treatment plans as per HIPAA regulations.
- Adapted quickly to dynamic situations by incorporating critical thinking skills and decisive actions when faced with rapidly changing conditions or new information about patients'' needs.
- Educated community members on basic first aid techniques through participation in outreach programs aimed at promoting public health awareness regarding emergency preparedness measures.
- Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure while maintaining composure to provide the best care possible for patients experiencing traumatic events.
- Assisted paramedics with advanced life support interventions when necessary, acting as an integral part of the emergency response team.
- Maintained accurate inventory records for ambulance supplies while ensuring timely replacement of expired or damaged items as needed for optimal preparedness during emergencies.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Dressed and cleaned wounds, administered medications and performed other duties as needed.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of protocols, procedures and medical advances.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
- Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lake Braddock Secondary School
Burke, VA06.2017
Skills
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Scene Safety
- Direct Patient Care
- Emergency Management
- Pre-hospital Care
- Patient Transport
- Accident response
- Patient Stabilization
- CPR and First Aid
- Treatment Documentation
Certification
- VA state certified EMT-Basic
- AHA First Aid and CPR Certified
Timeline
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Fairfax County Fire And Rescue Department
12.2019 - 10.2023
High School Diploma -
Lake Braddock Secondary School
- VA state certified EMT-Basic
- AHA First Aid and CPR Certified
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