Marsha Farrington
Tehachapi,CA
Summary
I am an experienced paramedic with strong background in emergency medical services, adept at leading teams and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. I have a proven ability to manage high-pressure situations and coordinate with other on-scene and hospital based professional to provide patients with the best possible outcome, and adapt to dynamic environments. I am killed in advanced life support, patient assessment, and crisis intervention, with focus on team collaboration and achieving results. I am reliable and responsive to changing needs, fostering productive and supportive work environment.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Paramedic
Kern County Fire Department
5642 Victor St, Bakersfield, CA 93561
04.2024 - Current
- Deliver advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Deliver compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improv patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Work en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Document patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to Kern County protocols.
- Develop and maintain rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Enhance team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Transfer patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Assess patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
Paramedic
Hall Ambulance Service, Inc.
Bakersfield, CA
09.1991 - 04.2024
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing, treating, and monitoring medical emergencies in various settings.
- Ensured a safe work environment by adhering to safety guidelines during medical interventions and vehicle operations.
- Provided high-quality pre-hospital care by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of emergency medical procedures and protocols.
- Administered basic life support and external cardiac defibrillation to emergent patients.
- Promoted health education and awareness among patients by conducting community presentations on first aid, CPR, and injury prevention.
- Developed strong rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust and cooperation throughout their treatment experience.
- Improved response times through effective communication within the emergency team and coordination with dispatchers.
- Established and maintained strong rapport with hospital personnel to foster seamless communication in emergency situations.
- Collaborated with EMS team members to develop more efficient processes for patient assessment, transportation, and transfer of care to hospital staff.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient encounters, ensuring proper billing and continuity of care for follow-up appointments.
- Reduced hospital admission rates through timely interventions and accurate assessments during emergency situations.
- Contributed to higher patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate care during stressful situations.
- Performed advanced life support techniques such as intubation, IV access, and defibrillation when necessary to save patient lives.
- Administered appropriate medications and treatments for various medical conditions, contributing to better patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with on-shift emergency team to cultivate safe and secure scene to tend to patients.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between EMS providers through effective communication with other healthcare professionals involved in a patient''s treatment plan.
- Maintained equipment readiness by regularly inspecting supplies, medications, tools, and vehicles according to established guidelines.
- Increased public confidence in local EMS services by consistently demonstrating professionalism and expertise while interacting with community members.
- Liaised with previous shift personnel to discuss logistics and shift reporting.
- Completed medical reporting and documentation to transfer information from scene to hospital.
- Maintained adherence to dispatch communication and response protocols.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Conducted end-of-shift cleaning, sanitation and resupply of equipment to promote organized, sanitary workstation.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate and life-saving medical care.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
- Operated electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators or bag valve mask resuscitators in advanced life support environments.
- Placed patients on backboards or stretchers to safely load into ambulance.
- Provided CPR and used automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to revive patients in cardiac arrest.
Corpsman
US Navy Reserves
Camp Pendleton, CA
09.1996 - 09.1997
- Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs..
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians..
- Ensured regulatory compliance through meticulous record-keeping practices related to patient encounters and treatments administered.
- Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition.
- Updated medical records in EMR system and double-checked data for accuracy.
- Provided emergency medical care and conducted physical exams and interviews to gain medical history and relevant health data.
- Supported medical staff in providing patient care in high-demand hospital environment.
Emergency Medical Technician
Mobil Life Support
Santa Maria, CA
09.1985 - 01.1987
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Continuously improved skills through regular training sessions, workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Enhanced equipment readiness by rigorously inspecting, maintaining, and restocking ambulance supplies and tools as needed.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
Law Enforcement Specialist
USAF
Vandenberg AFB, CA
10.1980 - 01.1983
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
- Assisted in keeping the base secure by by performing gate guard duties.
- Performed regular building security checks.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting thorough investigations and gathering evidence for criminal cases.
- Conducted traffic enforcement duties, reducing accidents through vigilant monitoring of roadways for violations.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
Education
No Degree -
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CAConflict Resolution
ECornell
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
- Intubation
- Patient assessments
- IV insertion
- Airway management
- Patient management
- Emergency management
- Attention to detail
- Treatment documentation
- Rapport building
Accomplishments
1999 Kern County Paramedic of the Year
3 time winner of Hall Ambulance Paramedic of the Year
2016 State of California Clinical Excellence Award
Timeline
Paramedic
Kern County Fire Department
04.2024 - Current
Corpsman
US Navy Reserves
09.1996 - 09.1997
Paramedic
Hall Ambulance Service, Inc.
09.1991 - 04.2024
Emergency Medical Technician
Mobil Life Support
09.1985 - 01.1987
Law Enforcement Specialist
USAF
10.1980 - 01.1983
No Degree -
Bakersfield College
Conflict Resolution
ECornell