Adan Rodriguez
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Highly trained Firefighter/Engineer proficient in equipment, techniques, and tools useful for optimizing firefighting techniques. Coordinates safety-first approaches to every fire. Resourceful, hardworking, and dependable professional. Brings five years of experience in fire fighting. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Assistant
St. Marys Hospital
- As a surgical assistant, I performed duties in the operating rooms and outside them such as peri-op and recovery.
- I worked closely with the Anesthesiologist to help organize the proper drugs and assisted in intubating the patient for surgery
- I also worked very closely with the Surgeon and Nurses to ensure the patient was properly positioned for surgery
- I have experienced 5 real codes where I assisted in compressions and bagging.
- I also am very knowledgeable on how to work and maneuver a Dragger Anesthesia machine
- I can help set up and perform a nerve block, as well as an arterial line
- Provided compassionate care to patients throughout their surgical experience, easing anxiety and ensuring comfort.
- Contributed to successful surgeries, anticipating surgeon needs and promptly delivering instruments.
- Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
Fire Fighter
DEMA
2021.10 - Current
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Mentored new firefighters by sharing knowledge and experience, fostering a supportive learning environment for professional development.
- Increased firefighter skill levels by providing ongoing training sessions on new equipment use, rescue techniques, and hazardous materials handling.
- Saved lives and protected property by swiftly executing firefighting techniques during numerous incidents.
- Provided critical medical assistance to injured individuals at incident scenes utilizing CPR certification and basic EMT skills when necessary.
- Enhanced teamwork among crew members through regular training exercises and collaboration in high-pressure situations.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the fire department by adhering to established protocols in both routine activities and emergency situations.
CNA
Banner University Medical Center
2021.04 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
Airman
United States Air Force
2019.08 - Current
- Airmen as of 08/23/2019
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2025
Skills
- Critical thinking abilities
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Decision-Making Under Pressure
- Public Relations Abilities
- Incident Command System
- Continuous Learning Attitude
- Leadership Qualities
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
Certification
- EMT Certified - May of 2022
- Certified Nursing Assistant Aug of 2019
- SCBA Technician
- Security Manager/Security clearance
- 10027W_03 Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator - ARFF
- 10023W_03 Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator - Pumper
- 10028W_04 Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator - Mobile Water Supply
- 10611W_01 Public Safety Telecommunicator I
- 10612W_03 Public Safety Telecommunicator II
- Hazmat Tech
- Rescue I
- 10411W_03 Fire Instructor I
- 10211W_02 Fire Officer I
- 10311W_01 Fire Inspector I
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Professional Working
Timeline
Fire Fighter
DEMA
2021.10 - Current
CNA
Banner University Medical Center
2021.04 - Current
Airman
United States Air Force
2019.08 - Current
Surgical Assistant
St. Marys Hospital
Associate of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
- EMT Certified - May of 2022
- Certified Nursing Assistant Aug of 2019
- SCBA Technician
- Security Manager/Security clearance
- 10027W_03 Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator - ARFF
- 10023W_03 Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator - Pumper
- 10028W_04 Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator - Mobile Water Supply
- 10611W_01 Public Safety Telecommunicator I
- 10612W_03 Public Safety Telecommunicator II
- Hazmat Tech
- Rescue I
- 10411W_03 Fire Instructor I
- 10211W_02 Fire Officer I
- 10311W_01 Fire Inspector I
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