Charles Finnerty
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Dedicated Paramedic with experience in high-demand metropolitan settings, currently serving as Acting Station Officer. Exhibits strong clinical judgment and advanced reasoning under pressure while prioritizing patient safety and clinical governance. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and actively pursues development in intensive care practice aligned with NSW Ambulance CORE values.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Acting Station Officer
New South Wales Ambulance
Haberfield
02.2025 - Current
- Clinical and operational leadership within a high-demand metropolitan superstation
- Coordination of daily resources and management of competing priorities
- Maintained adherence to professional standards in clinical practice, clinical accountability, and staff wellbeing.
P1 Paramedic
New South Wales Ambulance
Haberfield
01.2023 - Current
- Delivered advanced pre-hospital care in high-acuity metropolitan environment, enhancing patient stabilization and transfer
- Applied structured clinical reasoning, risk assessment, and escalation principles to ensure timely interventions
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary agencies to optimize patient outcomes, coordinating care across various healthcare sectors
- Ongoing reflective practice and targeted professional development
P1T Paramedic (Probationer)
New South Wales Ambulance
Blacktown
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed skills in patient assessment, decision-making, and teamwork to enhance emergency response capabilities.
Peer Tutor
Charles Sturt University
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Supported development of student clinical reasoning and practical competence
- Provided concise, structured feedback to support assessment success
- Facilitated clinical skills training and simulation-based learning
Executive Committee Member
Charles Sturt University Student Paramedics Association
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Facilitated first aid provision at major community gatherings to ensure participant safety and preparedness.
- Managed CPD learning initiatives for university students, enhancing their professional development and engagement.
Volunteer
NSW State Emergency Service
01.2018 - 12.2022
- Executed complex patient rescues under pressure, ensuring rapid response to critical situations.
- Coordinated safe evacuations of households during 2019 NSW bushfire crisis, protecting lives and property.
Education
Bachelor of Paramedicine (Distinction) -
Charles Sturt University
Port Macquarie, NSW11-2021
Community Service
- Assisted in coordination of the 2026 Haberfield Superstation CPD Education Day
- Organise wellbeing initiatives to promote paramedic team cohesion
- Frequently sought out by probationary paramedics for professional guidance, clinical advice, and constructive feedback
- Volunteer, NSW State Emergency Service, 01/18, 12/22
- Executive Committee Member, Charles Sturt University Student Paramedics Association, 01/19, 12/22
References
- Halcyon Mitchell, Acting Inspector / Acting Duty Operations Manager / Acting Zone Manager, Haberfield Superstation, halcyon.mitchell@health.nsw.gov.au, 0455 339 612
- Joannah Gaut, Acting Inspector / Acting Duty Operations Manager, Haberfield Superstation, joannah.gaut1@health.nsw.gov.au, 0457 235 516
- Rebecca Orr, Extended Care Paramedic / Intensive Care Paramedic, Haberfield Superstation, rebecca.orr@health.nsw.gov.au, 0406 929 904
Awards
- Multiple NSW Ambulance patient commendation letters
- Pandemic Service Medal
Professional Development
Janison Online Learning – all mandatory modules current, My Health Learning – all mandatory courses completed, Trauma management (physiological alterations, head injuries), Acute pain management (adult), ED cognitive bias and Vortex approach, Breaking bad news and appropriate use of interpreters, Core mentoring skills
Timeline
Acting Station Officer
New South Wales Ambulance
02.2025 - Current
P1 Paramedic
New South Wales Ambulance
01.2023 - Current
P1T Paramedic (Probationer)
New South Wales Ambulance
02.2022 - 01.2023
Peer Tutor
Charles Sturt University
01.2021 - 12.2022
Executive Committee Member
Charles Sturt University Student Paramedics Association
01.2019 - 12.2022
Volunteer
NSW State Emergency Service
01.2018 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Paramedicine (Distinction) -
Charles Sturt University