John Duplantis
Acworth,GA
Summary
Dedicated paramedic with over 30 years of experience in emergency medical field. Skilled in patient management, teamwork, and problem-solving, consistently delivering high-quality care while mentoring trainees and collaborating effectively with healthcare teams.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic Field Training Officer
American Medical Response Ambulance Service
09.2003 - Current
- Mentored new paramedics, enhancing skills and knowledge in emergency medical response.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient care during transitions.
- Evaluated performance of trainees, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Managed challenging scenes with multiple casualties by prioritizing patient care, delegating tasks efficiently, and maintaining clear communication among team members.
- Administered medications as required based on protocols or under the direction of a physician via radio communication during emergencies.
- Sustained positive relationships with hospital staff during patient transfers to establish trustworthiness among healthcare professionals.
- Managed inventory of medical equipment and supplies on ambulances, maintaining readiness for all emergencies.
- Conveyed empathy towards distressed individuals during emergency responses, ultimately providing emotional support.
- Created detailed reports documenting each call''s events from start to finish while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Evaluated trainee performance during clinical rotations, providing constructive feedback to facilitate growth and improvement.
- 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.
- 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.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- 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.
- Cultivated a positive learning environment that fostered growth for both new and experienced paramedics.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- 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.
Paramedic
Metro Ambulance Services
01.2003 - 08.2007
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients' conditions, ensuring accurate documentation and communication.
- Coordinated patient transport to ensure timely and efficient transfer to appropriate facilities.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- 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.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Dekalb College
Dunwoody, GA01-1993
Certificate - Paramedicine
Georgia Paramedic Training Center
Marietta, GA06-1992
High School Diploma -
Sprayberry High School
Marietta, GA06-1989
Skills
- Critical decision-making skills
- Advanced life support
- Airway management
- Cardiac monitoring
- Emergency management
- Patient management
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reporting and documentation
- Pediatric advanced life support
Certification
- ACLS Training - 3/2027
- BCLS Training - 3/2027
- Certified Paramedic, 3/2027
Timeline
Paramedic Field Training Officer
American Medical Response Ambulance Service
09.2003 - Current
Paramedic
Metro Ambulance Services
01.2003 - 08.2007
No Degree - General Studies
Dekalb College
Certificate - Paramedicine
Georgia Paramedic Training Center
High School Diploma -
Sprayberry High School