Bennie L. French, III
Pass Christian,MS
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
(Retired) Community & Governmental Relations
Acadian Ambulance Service
Lafayette, LA
05.2002 - 05.2024
- Generated press releases, media kits, newsletters and other materials to promote organization's initiatives.
- Provided guidance on how to effectively communicate with various stakeholders in the community.
- Assisted in creating content for social media platforms to engage target audiences.
- Facilitated meetings between representatives from local organizations and government agencies.
- Maintained relationships with key stakeholders by responding promptly to their inquiries or requests.
- Collaborated with marketing team on developing a comprehensive communications plan.
- Attended meetings of neighborhood associations and chambers of commerce.
- Worked with public relation agencies to plan, coordinate and execute public press conferences.
- Maintained professionality and efficiency while working closely with leadership.
- Established or maintained cooperative relationships with representatives of community, consumer or public interest groups.
- Responded to requests for information from media or designated spokesperson or information source.
- Developed and maintained close working relationships with members of press.
- Worked closely with Fire, Police, Coast Guard, Bureau of Marine Resources and Emergency Operations Center (EOC) for Jackson County, MS and Slidell, LA.
(Retired) Paramedic Field Supervisor
Acadian Ambulance Service
, LA
08.1995 - 05.2002
- Responded to emergency calls quickly and safely while utilizing appropriate driving techniques.
- Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Administered oxygen therapy, intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by physician protocols.
- Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, defibrillators, suction devices and strhers.
- Saved lives by administering medications, monitoring cardiac output and performing emergency intubations.
- Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
Education
Associate of Science - EMT & Paramedic
MGCCC
Jeff Davis Campus/West Harrison Co. Campus01-1988
Skills
- Communication
- Relationship Building
- Multitasking
- Written Communication
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Verbal Communication
- Task Prioritization
- Collaboration
- Decision-Making
Timeline
(Retired) Community & Governmental Relations
Acadian Ambulance Service
05.2002 - 05.2024
(Retired) Paramedic Field Supervisor
Acadian Ambulance Service
08.1995 - 05.2002
Associate of Science - EMT & Paramedic
MGCCC
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