Anthony Williams
Armidale,NSW
Summary
Focused patient care professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering basic patient care. Offers 32 years of comprehensive experience in recording vital signs, collecting specimens and preparing accurate documentation. Recognized by patients for delivering five-star patient care. Dedicated care professional, committed to supporting patients in feeling secure and comfortable in clinical and home settings. Responsible team player always willing to assume additional responsibility to ease family burden. Expertise in pre hospital care. Energetic medical professional ready to provide compassionate and respectful care to patients. Possesses excellent team collaboration and communication skills. Committed to offering quality patient experiences. Helpful Patient Transporter with hands-on experience escorting patients throughout medical facilities. Patient-oriented and compassionate with strong attention to patient safety and care. Excellent bedside manner and outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Transport Officer
HealthShare NSW
01.2023 - Current
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during the transportation process, creating a positive experience.
- Utilized excellent communication skills to relay essential information regarding patient status, ensuring continuity of care throughout the transportation process.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and timely transport services.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively handling a wide range of situations, including difficult patients or unexpected emergencies.
- Assisted in the training of new Patient Transport Officers by sharing knowledge and providing guidance on best practices for patient care.
- Navigated complex hospital layouts effectively, minimizing wait times for patients during transfers between departments or units.
- Implemented efficient transportation routes within the facility while prioritizing urgent patient needs based on medical conditions or severity levels.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, contributing to overall patient satisfaction.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by maintaining professionalism at all times, even during high-stress situations.
- Ensured patient safety by strictly adhering to infection control and transport procedures.
- Assisted in lifting and transferring patients using proper body mechanics, minimizing injury risk for both patients and staff members.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay up-to-date on best practices for safe patient handling techniques.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality policies when handling sensitive medical information related to patient diagnoses, treatments, and personal details.
- Developed strong rapport with diverse groups of patients from varying cultural backgrounds through empathetic listening skills and genuine compassion.
- Collaborated closely with nursing staff to coordinate seamless transitions between departments or facilities.
- Increased efficiency of hospital operations by promptly responding to transport requests and accurately documenting all transfers.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic
NSW Ambulance
01.1992 - 07.2022
- Reduced response time by efficiently navigating emergency vehicles to incident locations utilizing GPS technology and familiarity with local areas.
- Maximized operational efficiency within the team by actively participating in debriefings and sharing insights for improvement.
- Supported colleagues during challenging calls by offering assistance or guidance when requested.
- Managed multiple simultaneous tasks during high-stress situations while maintaining a calm demeanor to ensure effective patient care delivery.
- Assisted in training new paramedics on protocols and procedures, ensuring adherence to industry best practices.
- Exemplified professionalism through adherence to uniform standards, punctuality, and maintaining a respectful attitude towards patients, their families, and colleagues.
- Enhanced protocol compliance through regular review of guidelines and staying informed on updates within the field of emergency medicine.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively in various environments including traffic accidents, natural disasters, and remote locations.
- Prepared patients for transport by securing them safely within the ambulance using proper immobilization techniques when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess complex medical situations, developing appropriate treatment plans under pressure.
- Enhanced team collaboration through clear communication with fellow paramedics, nurses, and physicians in coordinating medical care for patients.
- Collaborated with dispatchers for efficient handling of calls and prioritizing resources according to the severity of incidents.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, medical interventions, and transport details for seamless transfer of care to hospital staff.
- Achieved rapid stabilization of critically ill patients by quickly identifying their medical needs and initiating appropriate interventions based on assessment findings.
- Increased patient satisfaction by establishing rapport and addressing concerns with empathy while administering treatments.
- Upheld confidentiality standards through careful handling of sensitive patient information.
- Promoted public safety awareness through participation in community outreach events such as disaster drills and CPR demonstrations.
- Improved patient care quality by providing advanced life support interventions during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Streamlined equipment maintenance by routinely checking supplies and restocking as needed for optimal preparedness during emergencies.
- 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.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- 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.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
- 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.
- 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.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate and life-saving medical care.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
- Transported critically ill and injured patients to nearest medical center, using advanced life support equipment as needed.
- Took patient health histories and asked questions to determine cause of illness or injury.
- Administered first-aid treatment to reduce pain and minimize risk of complications.
- Operated electrocardiograms (EKGs), external defibrillators or bag valve mask resuscitators in advanced life support environments.
- Monitored patients' vital signs to assess condition and identify necessary medical interventions.
- Conducted end-of-shift cleaning, sanitation and resupply of equipment to promote organized, sanitary workstation.
- Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote great patient care.
- Provided CPR and used automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to revive patients in cardiac arrest.
- Liaised with police, fire department and other emergency responders to manage emergency scenes.
- Placed patients on backboards or stretchers to safely load into ambulance.
- Coordinated with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history.
- Used defibrillators and oxygen tanks during patient care and transport, increasing chances of survival.
- Contacted medical facilities or departments to schedule patients for tests or admission.
Education
No Degree -
Ambulance Service of NSW
Rozelle, NSWSkills
- Elderly Care
- Patient Care
- Transportation safety
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Healthcare regulations
- Lifting Techniques
- Disability Awareness
- Medical Equipment Knowledge
- Infection control standards
- Adaptable
- Sterilization techniques
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Mobility Assistance
- Infection prevention
- Patient Safety
- Problem Resolution
- Patient Escorting
- Equipment Cleaning and Inspection
- Aseptic guidelines
Timeline
Patient Transport Officer
HealthShare NSW
01.2023 - Current
Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic
NSW Ambulance
01.1992 - 07.2022
No Degree -
Ambulance Service of NSW
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