James Woodard
Lafayette
Summary
Well-trained Paramedic with advanced life-saving skills. Decisively leads on-scene operations and manages patient care. Comforting and reassuring to injured and ill persons.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Paramedic
Vanderbilt Lifeflight Ground Operations
03.2024 - Current
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using ALS level monitoring devices.
- Communicated with patients, nurses, and MDs to gather incident and medical history information.
- Worked with other EMTs, paramedics, and nurses to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Collaborated with hospital and facility staff to provide correct patient treatments.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Completed PCRs for treatment options and billing information.
Paramedic
Macon County EMS
08.2021 - 03.2024
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
ER Paramedic
Tennova Medical Center
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
AEMT, Paramedic
Montgomery County TN EMS
04.2019 - 05.2021
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
EMT-B
AMR
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Coordinated with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
Firefighter
Cross Plains TN FD
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
10.2008 - 07.2012
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
- Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
Education
Critical Care Paramedic - Critical Care Paramedicine
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN04-2025
Paramedic - Emergency Medicine
Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TN01-2020
Advanced EMT - Emergency Medicine
Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TN05-2018
EMT-B - Emergency Medicine
Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TN01-2018
Skills
- Medical data acquisition
- Pediatric advanced life support
- HIPAA expert
- Emergency response
- Critical decision-making skills
- Certified critical care paramedic
- Advanced airway management
- Advanced cardiac life support
- EMS systems expert
- Task delegation
- Cross-functional team management
- Verbal and written communication
Accomplishments
- Achieved "Paramedic of the Year" award at Montgomery County EMS 2021. This award means a great deal to me due to being chosen from the innumerable amount of qualified and deserving clinicians at that program.
- Was presented the "Public Safety" award in 2021 by the Clarksville Civitan Club
Timeline
Critical Care Paramedic
Vanderbilt Lifeflight Ground Operations
03.2024 - Current
Paramedic
Macon County EMS
08.2021 - 03.2024
ER Paramedic
Tennova Medical Center
05.2020 - 05.2021
AEMT, Paramedic
Montgomery County TN EMS
04.2019 - 05.2021
EMT-B
AMR
01.2018 - 12.2018
Firefighter
Cross Plains TN FD
01.2013 - 01.2018
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
10.2008 - 07.2012
Critical Care Paramedic - Critical Care Paramedicine
Vanderbilt University
Paramedic - Emergency Medicine
Volunteer State Community College
Advanced EMT - Emergency Medicine
Volunteer State Community College
EMT-B - Emergency Medicine
Volunteer State Community College