Luke Powell
Palmview,QLD
Summary
Adept Advanced Care Paramedic with a proven track record at Ambulance Victoria and Queensland Ambulance Service, enhancing graduate education and patient outcomes. Specializes in cardiology, advanced ECG interpretation, and critical decision-making. Excelled in mentoring and education on a large scale, with significant contributions to educational program improvements and a patient-centred approach to pre-hospital efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Care Paramedic 2
Queensland Ambulance Service
2018.08 - Current
- Mentored both graduates and students to a very high standard, ensuring a thorough theoretical and practical knowledge base is achieved.
- Completion of graduate programs in two states to cement my knowledge of both learning and teaching techniques.
- Assisted with improvements in the Graduate program with Queensland Ambulance Service
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality pre-hospital care and rapid response to emergency situations.
- Assisted in disaster response efforts by providing timely medical assistance, triage support, and logistical coordination during large-scale events or incidents.
- Demonstrated excellent critical thinking skills under pressure by making quick, informed decisions during high-stress situations for optimal patient outcomes.
- Served as a liaison between patients'' families and hospital staff, ensuring clear communication regarding treatment updates or any concerns that arose during care transitions.
- Evaluated patient condition on scene and perform preliminary diagnosis.
Advanced Care Paramedic
Ambulance Victoria
2019.06 - 2020.08
- Moved to AV to experience a second graduate program and learn as much as I could about another service's practices
- Worked closely with Ambulance Victoria Senior Educators in improving educational material and the re-writing of the maternity/delivery guideline
- Worked in both Melbourne and Rural environments to gain a thorough understanding of the different needs of varying communities
Education
Graduate Diploma Intensive Care Paramedic Practice - Health
Monash University
Melbourne, VIC11.2023
Bachelor of Paramedic Practice - Health
University of The Sunshine Coast
Sippy Downs, QLD11.2017
Skills
Education of graduates and students
Advanced knowledge of pathophysiology
Critical decision-making
Passion for cardiology and advanced ECG interpretation
Timeline
Advanced Care Paramedic
Ambulance Victoria
2019.06 - 2020.08
Advanced Care Paramedic 2
Queensland Ambulance Service
2018.08 - Current
Graduate Diploma Intensive Care Paramedic Practice - Health
Monash University
Bachelor of Paramedic Practice - Health
University of The Sunshine Coast
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