Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
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James Hurst

Muncie

Summary

Experienced medical professional with a proven track record in delivering high-quality patient care. Skilled in life-saving techniques and effective scene assessment. Committed to ongoing professional development and excellence in emergency response.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paramedic

Heartland Ambulance
Muncie
02.2018 - Current
  • Organized supplies for ambulance runs, including IV solutions, airway management equipment, wound care, and medication kits.
  • Provided pre-hospital care, assessed, and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress, and intoxication.
  • Administered CPR, oxygen therapy, intravenous fluids, oral, intramuscular, and intravenous medications, as prescribed by physician protocols, and suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
  • Monitored vital signs of patients and communicated changes to physicians or nurses in a timely manner.
  • Evaluated patient response to treatments administered during transport to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient condition and treatment plans.
  • Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
  • Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
  • Explained medical terminology in non-complex terms to patients.
  • Positioned patients in preparation for treatment and transport.
  • Executed non-medical, non-emergency transfers for immobile persons.
  • Reported and documented medical treatment administered on-site and during transport to healthcare facility.
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, defibrillators, suction devices and stretchers.

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic

IU Health Blackford EMS
Hartford City
02.1999 - 01.2018
  • Administered oxygen therapy and other forms of respiratory assistance as required by the situation.
  • Reviewed physician orders before administering medication or performing procedures according to protocol standards.
  • Identified changes in a patient's condition and communicated these changes to hospital personnel upon arrival.
  • Responded to requests for assistance from police officers or fire fighters at accident scenes.
  • Provided advanced life support techniques including intubations, defibrillation and cardioversion, administration of intravenous fluids or medications.
  • Utilized airway adjuncts such as suctioning devices, oral pharyngeal airways, nasopharyngeal airways, and endotracheal tubes.
  • Examined patient history prior to deciding appropriate course of action based on assessment findings.
  • Provided basic first aid treatment to injured persons at accident scenes.
  • Asked patients questions about over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drug activity to identify side effects or signs of overdose.
  • Coordinated with ambulance dispatchers concerning availability of ambulances when responding to calls.
  • Assessed patient condition and vital signs, such as pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, temperature, and level of consciousness.

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Med Tech Ambulance
Muncie
  • Assessed patient condition and vital signs, such as pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, temperature, and level of consciousness.
  • Prepared reports documenting patient information and care provided en route to the hospital.
  • Maintained proficiency in the use of medical equipment for emergency medical care.
  • Managed multiple tasks within an assigned area of responsibility while providing quality care for all patients.
  • Assessed patient condition to administer first-aid treatment or advanced level life support.
  • Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
  • Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
  • Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
  • Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
  • Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.

Education

Certification - Paramedicine

Ball Memorial Hospital/Delaware County EMS School
Muncie
10-2006

Certificate - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Ball Memorial Hospital/Delaware County EMS School
Muncie, IN
03-1991

Certification - Basic Emergency Medical Technician

Ball Memorial Hospital School of EMS
Muncie, IN
03-1990

Associate of Science - Industrial Maintence

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Muncie, IN
05-1987

High School Diploma -

Muncie Southside High School
Muncie, IN
05-1984

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Emergency response
  • Medical documentation
  • Equipment operation
  • Healthcare communication
  • IV administration

Accomplishments

  • Eagle Scout August 1983

Affiliations

  • mowed church lawn and maintained yard
  • wood working
  • hunting
  • vehicle maintenance

Certification

  • High School Diploma
  • Associates Degree in Industrial Maintenance
  • Basic Emergency Medical Technician
  • Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
  • Paramedic

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Paramedic

Heartland Ambulance
02.2018 - Current

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic

IU Health Blackford EMS
02.1999 - 01.2018

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Med Tech Ambulance

Certification - Paramedicine

Ball Memorial Hospital/Delaware County EMS School

Certificate - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Ball Memorial Hospital/Delaware County EMS School

Certification - Basic Emergency Medical Technician

Ball Memorial Hospital School of EMS

Associate of Science - Industrial Maintence

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana

High School Diploma -

Muncie Southside High School
James Hurst