Jennifer Spivey
Indianapolis
Summary
New Paramedic with 20 years of experience as an Emergency Medical Technician in a high-volume Fire Department and 2 years in a fast-paced emergency room. Demonstrates expertise in medical protocols and patient care, with strong crisis communication and teamwork abilities. Proven ability to respond quickly and make precise decisions, ensuring optimal patient safety and wellness.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Civilian Paramedic
Bargersville Fire Dept
Bargersville
01.2025 - Current
- Delivered advanced life support and emergency care in critical situations.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient conditions during transport.
- Administered medications and performed interventions per protocols.
- Ensure patient handoff upon arrival at the receiving facility.
- Conducted thorough assessments to determine patient needs and treatment options.
- Maintained equipment readiness.
- Responded to emergency calls quickly and safely.
Emergency Medical Technician/Lead Emergency Medical Technician
IU Hospital West
Avon
02.2024 - Current
- Oversaw leadership for nine EMS/PAC employees in a lead role.
- Monitored triage PCA workflow to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
- Trained new hires by providing job duty insights, and evaluating shift performance.
- Escalated throughput concerns and delays to the Charge RN for timely resolution.
- Communicated patient conditions effectively with physicians and hospital staff.
- Documented assessment findings, following established protocols.
- Triage patients based on urgency and medical need.
- Performed blood draws to facilitate diagnostic testing.
- Assisted with invasive treatments to ensure patient safety.
- Conducted bladder scans.
- Perform CPR
- Monitor the patient's vital signs.
Emergency Medical Technician
Wayne Township Fire Department
Indianapolis
04.2005 - 02.2024
- Delivered medical care to patients with life-threatening conditions and injuries.
- Executed rapid response to emergency calls, assessing situations and administering appropriate treatments.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure and oxygen saturation, ensuring patient stability.
- Ensured patient safety during transport through continuous status monitoring.
- Documented assessment findings following established protocols for accuracy.
- Participated in continuing education courses to fulfill certification requirements.
- Evaluated emergency situations, prioritizing medical interventions effectively.
- Oversaw supply inventory and ordering for multiple stations, maintaining operational readiness.
Education
Paramedic
School of EMS
Tyler, TX08-2025
Emergency Medical Technician
ESEC
Indianapolis, IN02-2005
High School Diploma -
Ben Davis High School
Indianapolis, IN05-2000
Skills
- Patient assessment and triage
- Advanced life support and CPR
- Medical documentation and inventory management
- Pre-hospital care and safety protocols
- Vital sign assessment and critical decision-making
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Medication administration
- Mass casualty incident response
- Problem-solving skills
- Scene assessments
- Multitasking and organization
- Patient management
Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician Certification
- Paramedic License
Accomplishments
- Community Member Award
- Multiple Life Saving Awards
Timeline
Civilian Paramedic
Bargersville Fire Dept
01.2025 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician/Lead Emergency Medical Technician
IU Hospital West
02.2024 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Wayne Township Fire Department
04.2005 - 02.2024
Paramedic
School of EMS
Emergency Medical Technician
ESEC
High School Diploma -
Ben Davis High School