Michael Banks
Marion
Summary
Dynamic Paramedic with extensive experience at McDowell EMS, excelling in advanced life support and critical decision-making. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through timely assessments and interventions. Skilled in intubation and compassionate patient care, adept at managing medical emergencies and ensuring scene safety. Committed to delivering high-quality pre-hospital care.
Experienced with emergency medical response, patient stabilization, and critical care. Utilizes advanced life-saving techniques to support patient recovery. Strong understanding of urgent care protocols and effective communication in high-stress environments.
Emergency medical professional with track record in providing high-quality care in urgent situations. Known for strong teamwork and achieving positive outcomes, adapting to changing needs with reliability. Skilled in advanced life support and patient assessment, valued for calm demeanor under pressure.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Watauga Medics
05.2023 - Current
- Managed challenging or combative patients using de-escalation techniques and appropriate physical restraints when necessary, prioritizing safety for both the patient and medical team.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Provided critical incident stress debriefing to fellow emergency medical services personnel following traumatic calls, fostering a supportive work environment for all team members.
- Supported local disaster response efforts by preparing ambulances with necessary supplies and assisting victims at mass casualty incidents or natural disasters.
Paramedic
McDowell EMS
09.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Education
No Degree - Emergency Services
McDowell Tech
Marion, Nc12-2022
GED -
Tarheel Challenge Academy
Salemburg, NC12-2008
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient management
- Intubation
- Patient assessments
- IV insertion
- Intravenous therapy
- Airway management
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Pre-hospital care
- Medical equipment operation
- Patient transport
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Stroke management
- Triaging
- Scene safety assessment
- Mental health crisis management
- Safety protocols
- Allergic reaction management
- Fracture stabilization
- Burn treatment
- Wound care
- Diabetic emergencies
- Poisoning response
- Medical volunteer
- Oxygen therapy
- Cardiac defibrillation
Certification
NC State Paramedic Certification
Nationally Registered Paramedic Certification
ITLS
ICS 100,200,700,800
ACLS, PALS, BCLS
Neonatal Resuscitation Certification
L-180
S-190
Timeline
Paramedic
Watauga Medics
05.2023 - Current
Paramedic
McDowell EMS
09.2021 - Current
No Degree - Emergency Services
McDowell Tech
GED -
Tarheel Challenge Academy
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