Carmen DiCicco
Independence
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
CORE Occupational Medicine
06.2020 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and site personnel.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of daily tasks, increasing overall productivity.
- Maintained a clean and well-organized work environment, promoting safety and efficiency among team members.
- Trained new employees on proper procedures, boosting their ability to contribute effectively as part of the team.
Paramedic Field Training Officer
Acadian Ambulance Service
03.2015 - 10.2022
- Built rapport with local law enforcement agencies through frequent collaboration on scene management tasks, fostering cooperation among first responders during emergencies.
- Streamlined documentation processes by accurately recording patient information during transport, ensuring seamless transfer of care upon arrival at hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
- Trained EMTs, new paramedics, and Navy Seal paramedic students in ACLS, BLS, PALS, trauma, and critical care.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Maintained a clean and well-organized work environment, promoting safety and efficiency among team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Louisiana State University
Alexandria, LA12-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic
South Louisiana Community College
Lafayette, LA05-2020
Skills
- Meticulous Attention
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Medication administration
- Emergency response
- Patient assessment
- Documentation Expertise
- Direct patient care
- Inventory management
- Effective communication
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Certification - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training Certificate – Occupational Safety and Health Administration or approved providers.
- Incident Command System Certifications 100/200/700/800 – Federal Emergency Management Agency's Independent Study Program.
Timeline
Paramedic
CORE Occupational Medicine
06.2020 - Current
Paramedic Field Training Officer
Acadian Ambulance Service
03.2015 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Louisiana State University
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic
South Louisiana Community College
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