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Breanne Webb

Chesterfield,VA

Summary

Senior at Virginia Commonwealth University majoring in Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness, eager to explore new career opportunities in Emergency Management. Over three years of hands-on EMS field experience and an Associate of Applied Science degree with a concentration in Paramedic studies have provided me a strong foundation in various areas. Currently employed as an Analyst in the Situational Awareness Unit with the Virginia Department of Emergency Management, excelling in collaborating with stakeholders, conducting research, analyzing documentation, and managing communications. Experience in aviation communications for Virginia State Police Medflight 1 and LifeEvac. Seeking a full-time, day shift position with a particular interest in emergency planning, management, and recovery roles. Open to remote work opportunities.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Situational Awareness Unit Analyst

Virginia Department of Emergency Management
08.2024 - Current
  • Analyze emergency notifications, data, and calls related to terrorism, hazardous materials incidents, medical evacuations, and both natural and man-made disasters
  • Evaluate the credibility, urgency, and potential impact of the incoming data to prioritize response efforts
  • Develop and maintain situational awareness reports based on incoming data from a variety of sources, such as the Virginia Fusion Center, critical infrastructure operators, local and national media, and social media
  • Continuously monitor multiple platforms to ensure that real-time information is being collected and disseminated
  • Work closely with local, state, and federal agencies, including first responders, public safety personnel, and emergency management teams, to share vital information and provide updates on ongoing incidents
  • Establish communication channels with critical infrastructure facilities and local warning systems to gather real-time alerts
  • Develop and distribute situational awareness reports to key stakeholders across the state, including law enforcement, emergency responders, public health agencies, and local government officials
  • Ensure the timely delivery of critical event data to all necessary parties to facilitate coordinated emergency responses
  • Monitor media channels (both traditional and social media) for emerging situations and events that require immediate attention or public notification
  • Support public information efforts by ensuring accurate and timely information is shared with the public, when appropriate
  • Maintain accurate records of emergency notifications, ongoing incidents, and response efforts for future analysis and reporting
  • Provide after-action reports and recommendations for improving the response to similar incidents in the future
  • Assist in the development and implementation of preparedness programs and training exercises for emergency responders
  • Ensure that response plans are up-to-date and reflective of current risks and threats

Communications Specialist

VCU LifeComm/LifeEvac
12.2023 - 09.2024
  • Manage incoming EMS communications, both by air and ground, and relay pertinent medical reports to our leadership and staff for incoming patients
  • Pre-register EMS arrivals and pre-alert for patients who meet trauma, STEMI, stroke, or burn criteria
  • Data entry for scene and interfacility transport requests by air
  • Monitoring air traffic and weather during flights
  • Communication of relevant safety information to air crews
  • Engage in radio communications with aircraft
  • Communication with external clients such as hospitals, 9-1-1 call centers, and security personnel to facilitate seamless patient transitions
  • Utilization of my knowledge of FEMA's National Incident Management System (NIMS), the Incident Command System (ICS), the National Response Framework, and the National Disaster Recovery Framework to conduct cross-checks, updates, and revisions on policies related to mass casualty incidents, hazmat, all-hazards plans, and other emergency plans
  • Collaboration with VCU's Emergency Management team and critical infrastructure owners/operators to ensure data coherence
  • Planning and executing MCI and Hazmat drills for the hospital as the LifeComm Liaison
  • Support for the design, development, conduct, and evaluation of exercises, as well as serving as the primary distribution center for the region during mass casualty events

EMS Communications Coordinator

HCA/Air Care Eagle Chippenham Hospital
02.2023 - 12.2023
  • Manage incoming EMS communications by air and ground
  • Communication of critical medical reports to leadership and staff for incoming patients
  • Register EMS arrivals, and pre-alert patients who meet trauma, STEMI, stroke, or burn criteria
  • Collaborate with external clients to update policies and procedures, and procure the necessary data to ensure a smooth transition from the field to the hospital for patients
  • Utilization of my knowledge of FEMA's National Incident Management System (NIMS), the Incident Command System (ICS), the National Response Framework, and the National Disaster Recovery Framework to ensure the proper implementation of MCI procedures as the secondary patient distribution center for the region during an MCI event

EMT

Maxim Staffing
03.2022 - 02.2023
  • Fulfillment of periodic medical contracts as needed for various agencies as an EMT

EMT

Southside Virginia Emergency Crew
08.2021 - 07.2022
  • Interim Captain
  • Management of logistics such as staffing and coverage, daily housekeeping, ambulance maintenance, and daily logs
  • Responded to 9-1-1 calls, ensuring proper treatment and documentation of patients for the City of Petersburg

EMT

American Medical Response/GMR
06.2021 - 03.2022
  • Perform inter-facility transfers along with hospital to home transfers, providing patient care as needed

Emergency Room Technician

Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center ED
09.2019 - 07.2021
  • Phlebotomy, Glucose checks, and administering CPR when necessary
  • Airway maintenance, assessment of vitals, and care of daily and patient housekeeping and hygiene
  • Facilitate the intake of EMS reports and communication of patient information to leadership to properly triage and alert for STEMIs or strokes
  • Training of newly hired staff

United States Navy
06.2015 - 09.2015
  • Discharged due to an injury

Education

Associates of Applied Science - Paramedic

John Tyler Community College/Southside Virginia Community College

Bachelors - Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness

Virginia Commonwealth University
12.2024

Skills

  • Time management
  • Team collaboration and leadership
  • Critical thinking
  • Workflow analysis
  • Strategic planning
  • Process and policy enhancement
  • Research and analysis
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Multi-tasking
  • Project management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Problem solving
  • Situation analysis
  • Strategic thinking
  • Ethical
  • Knowledge of emergency management processes

Certification

  • Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician
  • Virginia State Emergency Medical Technician
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • Prehospital Trauma Life Support
  • Advanced Medical Life Support
  • Basic Life Support Prehospital Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
  • Basic Life Support Prehospital Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Instructor
  • Med-Trans FAA Part 135
  • FEMA IS/ICS Certificates: 00005.a / 00029.a /100.b / 102.c /120.c / 200.b / 230.e / 235.c / 240.c / 241.c / 242.c / 244.b / 247.c / 251.b / 253.a / 288.a / 403 / 600 / 632.a/ 660 / 700.a / 800.b / 1300.a / 2000 / 2200 / 2500 / 2600 / 2700 / 2900.a / 2901

Letterofinterest - Content

To Whom It May Concern, My name is Breanne Webb, and I am interested in exploring new career opportunities within the field of Emergency Management. I am currently in my senior year at Virginia Commonwealth University, majoring in Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness. I have over three years of hands-on EMS field experience and hold an Associate of Applied Science degree with a concentration in Paramedic studies. Currently, I am employed as an Analyst with the Virginia Department of Emergency Management. In this role, I collaborate with stakeholders to research information, analyze documentation, manage communications between stakeholders, manage aviation communications for Medflight 1, organize meetings, and provide general support for the overall functions of the Virginia Department of Emergency Management. I am seeking a full time, day shift position that involves emergency planning, management, and/or recovery. I am open to remote work. Thank you for your time and consideration and I look forward to speaking with you soon, Breanne Webb

Timeline

Situational Awareness Unit Analyst

Virginia Department of Emergency Management
08.2024 - Current

Communications Specialist

VCU LifeComm/LifeEvac
12.2023 - 09.2024

EMS Communications Coordinator

HCA/Air Care Eagle Chippenham Hospital
02.2023 - 12.2023

EMT

Maxim Staffing
03.2022 - 02.2023

EMT

Southside Virginia Emergency Crew
08.2021 - 07.2022

EMT

American Medical Response/GMR
06.2021 - 03.2022

Emergency Room Technician

Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center ED
09.2019 - 07.2021

United States Navy
06.2015 - 09.2015

Bachelors - Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness

Virginia Commonwealth University

Associates of Applied Science - Paramedic

John Tyler Community College/Southside Virginia Community College
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