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CANDICE SMITH

TINY

Summary

Committed, compassionate, and honest paramedic with over 15 years experience serving Simcoe County. Experience includes medical care, emergency driving, volunteer fire, second birth attendant with training in neonatal resuscitation, and consistent quality public service. Driven by a commitment to professional development, teamwork, and loyalty. Developed critical decision-making and patient care skills in high-pressure emergency environments will help with a transition into a new field. Prepared to leverage these transferable skills to excel in the professional domain of becoming a firefighter

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paramedic

County Of Simcoe
05.2011 - Current
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firefighters and EMTs.
  • Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
  • Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
  • Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
  • Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.

Second Birth Attendant

Midland Midwives
03.2024 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs of both mother and baby during labor, promptly reporting any concerns to supervising midwife for timely intervention.
  • Managed medical records accurately, ensuring proper documentation of patient history, assessments, treatments, and outcomes.
  • Assisted midwives in conducting safe and efficient deliveries, ensuring the well-being of both mother and child.

Volunteer Fire Fighter

Tiny Township
10.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced teamwork among the crew by participating in regular training sessions, drills, and exercises.
  • Collaborated closely with fellow firefighters to ensure smooth communication and coordination during emergencies.
  • Provided swift medical assistance to injured individuals on scene as a certified first responder until paramedics arrived.
  • Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.

Paramedic

Beausoleil First Nation
05.2012 - 12.2019
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
  • Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
  • Administer pre-hospital emergency care to patients, including oxygen therapy, IV’s, Basic Life Support interventions, and extrication.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.

Field Medic

Canadian Armed Forces
09.2009 - 10.2018
  • Administered first-aid treatment to reduce pain and minimize risk of complications.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by treating various injuries in diverse environments such as mock combat zones or natural disaster settings.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Skills

  • NFPA 1001 LEVEL I & II 2024

Southwest Fire Academy, Tay, Ontario

  • PRIMARY CARE PARAMEDIC 2009

Confederation College of Applied Arts and Technology, Thunder Bay, Ontario

  • ONTARIO SECONDARY SCHOOL DIPLOMA 2005

St Theresa Secondary School, Midland, Ontario

Certification

NFPA 1001 Firefighter 1 & 2 2024

NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Awareness 2024

Neonatal resuscitation Program course (NRP) 2024

Emergency Skills Child delivery Workshop (ESW)

OFAI Stages 1& 2 VALID

OFAI Stage 3 booked Jan 28, 2025

OFAI Swim Test booked Feb 10, 2025

Class F Driver's License Valid

Unrestricted Class D Driver’s License with Z Air Brake Endorsement Course booked Jan 22,2025

Advanced Emergency Medical Care Assistant 2009

Standard First Aid and CPR Level HCP VALID

Mental Health and Resilience for Healthcare Workers 2024

WHMIS 2024

Timeline

Second Birth Attendant

Midland Midwives
03.2024 - Current

Volunteer Fire Fighter

Tiny Township
10.2023 - Current

Paramedic

Beausoleil First Nation
05.2012 - 12.2019

Paramedic

County Of Simcoe
05.2011 - Current

Field Medic

Canadian Armed Forces
09.2009 - 10.2018

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