Aaron Mitchell
Sturgis
Summary
Dynamic Flight Medic with extensive experience at Air Methods, excelling in advanced cardiac life support and airway management. Proven ability to deliver critical care and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Recognized for strong communication skills and a commitment to continuous improvement in high-pressure environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Flight Medic
Air Methods
02.2016 - Current
- Delivered basic, advanced and critical care to injured and ill patients traveling to hospital trauma centers via aircraft.
- Prioritized care from initial patient contact through relinquishing care to hospital staff to obtain best possible outcomes.
- Monitored usage of equipment and supplies, reported medical equipment failures and maintained necessary supplies onboard aircraft to deliver care.
- Followed guidelines for administration of advanced cardiac life support and medications and intubation of compromised airways.
- Complied with safety regulations to maintain well-being of flight crew and patients.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Collaborated with medical doctors and other healthcare professionals.
Paramedic
City of Sturgis Ambulance
04.2011 - 05.2016
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Transferred patients safely and securely to medical facilities for continued care.
Paramedic
Monument Health Lead/Deadwood
01.2012 - 10.2014
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
Education
High School Diploma -
Prairie High School
Cedar Rapids, IA06-2003
No Degree - Psychology
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IASkills
- Cardiac monitoring
- Burn management
- Medical documentation
- Oxygen therapy
- Airway management
- Ventilator management
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Seizure management
- Trauma management
- Intravenous therapy
- Pediatric care
- Active listening
- Continuous improvement
Timeline
Flight Medic
Air Methods
02.2016 - Current
Paramedic
Monument Health Lead/Deadwood
01.2012 - 10.2014
Paramedic
City of Sturgis Ambulance
04.2011 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
Prairie High School
No Degree - Psychology
University of Iowa
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