Assessed beach conditions and identified potential hazards to swimmers.
Monitored assigned areas of the beach for suspicious activity or unsafe water conditions.
Performed rescue operations in response to distressed swimmers in an efficient and timely manner.
Provided emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
Assisted with patient assessments, such as measuring vital signs and assessing conditions.
Performed CPR, splinting of fractures, wound treatment and other life saving measures.
Managed airway maintenance, oxygen delivery and suctioning procedures.
Before and After School Care
Prime Time After School Program
San Diego, CA
09.2011 - Current
Promoted a healthy environment by providing engaging learning activities.
Assisted students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
Developed and implemented creative physical education activities to engage students in a variety of sports, games, and fitness exercises.
Assisted with the supervision of students in a safe and secure learning environment.
Facilitated group discussions among students on topics such as bullying prevention, conflict resolution.
Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations including fire drills or medical emergencies.
Ocean Rescue
City of Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue Department
Fort Lauderdale, FL
01.2015 - 09.2023
Participated in daily morning trainings to maintain a fitness level necessary to perform water rescues.
Responded to water emergencies to rescue swimmers in danger of drowning, in areas such as rip currents, capsized boats, and intercostal waterways.
As a USLA training officer I have led comprehensive training for new employees using company procedures, as well as taught, and assisted EMR, PWRC, and ARC Courses.
Administering up to a level of EMT appropriate medical care which includes CPR, AED, Oxygen, Narcan, I-Gel. Using appropriate medical protocol within my scope of practice.
Carried out a full range of specialized surf rescue tasks. Performed water rescues using jet-skis, rescue boats, and Paddleboards. Executing emergency actions quickly, and correctly upon accidents.
Acting Lieutenant - Daily or 3 month cycles of step up lieutenant which entails adopting the responsibilities of a LT which include dispatch communications, supervising a section of a beach, and the guards within, responding, and controlling all scenes from rescues, to medicals within my area.
Ocean Rescue
City Of Pompano Beach Fire Rescue Department
Pompano Beach, FL
05.2015 - 10.2023
Rescued swimmers in danger of drowning, responded to other emergencies, and performed appropriate follow-up procedures.
Communicated effectively with patrons and other beach staff, and assisted patrons positively, professionally and with personal care, with goal of enabling safe and enjoyable experience.
Performed general maintenance, inspection and janitorial duties to maintain orderly, friendly, clean and safe beach environment.
Ocean Rescue
City of Miami Beach Fire Rescue Department
Miami, FL
02.2017 - 06.2019
Monitored activities in swimming areas via continuous surveillance to prevent accidents maintaining peace, and order among beach patrons
Participated in training to maintain fitness levels necessary to perform physical tasks
Rescued swimmers in danger of drowning, responded to medical emergencies ie. overdoses, drowning, and cardiac emergencies performing appropriate care for all.
Site Supervisor
The Swim Academy
Weston , FL
03.2014 - 02.2019
Managed and supervised a team of 10+ site staff members to ensure safety, quality control and efficient operations.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Implemented onsite safety protocols, EAP procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
Trained all new Staff up to American Red Cross Lifeguarding level, which includes BLS, CPR, AED, and Oxygen Therapy
Provided swimming lessons to groups and individuals from children to adults.
Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
Assisted customers with course selection, billing, and scheduling
Laborer
Surface Technology
San Diego, CA
09.2011 - 04.2013
Surfacing of Navy ships (interior and exterior)
Rolled, sprayed, and troweled Polyurthane, and Epoxy non-skid
Applied Prc, and Epoxy Color flaking
Loaded and unloaded materials up to 70Ibs onto or from pallets, trucks, or other vehicles, and transporting up or down different types of ships including carriers.
Operated special heavy, and air powered tools such as needle scalers, pneumatic chipper, Rip -R strippers, and Grinders,
Removing, and reapplying new coatings of primer, paint and skidding.