Christian Durden

Provide ALS Emergency Medical Care to the citizens of Jackson County

• Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient transport and treatment plans effectively.
• Conducted thorough assessments of patients to determine immediate medical needs and interventions.
• Utilized advanced life support equipment and techniques to stabilize critically ill patients during transport.
• Mentored junior paramedics, enhancing team performance through knowledge sharing and skill development.
• Evaluated patient outcomes post-treatment, contributing to continuous improvement of care standards and practices.
• Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
• Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
• Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
• Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
• Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
• Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
• Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
• Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict protocols for proper lifting techniques, equipment use, and infection control.
• Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
• Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
• Increased survival rates with rapid recognition of life-threatening conditions and swift initiation of appropriate interventions.
• Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.

Provides Emergency Medical care and fire suppression. Also a member of the Dive Team on Lake Lanier.

• Participated in training exercises to enhance emergency response skills.
• Supported team during community outreach programs on fire safety awareness.
• Helped maintain cleanliness and organization of the fire station facilities.
• Observed and followed protocols for responding to emergency calls.
• Collaborated with team members to prepare for firefighting drills.
• Engaged in physical fitness training to meet departmental health standards.
• Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
• Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
• Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
• Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
• Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
• Utilized technical expertise in operating specialized firefighting equipment such as aerial ladders, hydraulic extrication tools, and thermal imaging cameras.
• Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
• Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
• Contributed to positive outcomes during multi-agency responses by effectively collaborating with law enforcement personnel, paramedics, and other emergency service providers.

• Responded to emergency calls, executing firefighting and rescue operations in diverse environments.
• Conducted fire prevention inspections, identifying hazards and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Operated firefighting equipment and apparatus, maintaining readiness for immediate response to incidents.
• Collaborated with team members during drills, enhancing operational efficiency and teamwork skills.