Brian Penland

I have been employed with the Rome Fire Dept. Since 07/07/17. In that time i completed my Advanced EMT certification, Attended Tactical Emergency Critical Care class, Attended Extrication classes in Alabama, participated in Honor Guard functions, and assisted in all but one recruit school since my employment began.

I have been assigned to one of the busiest stations at the department for the greater part of my time here, in which time I have been apart of several Emergency operations in which the outcome was greatly improved by our involvement. I have spent a large amount of time on a Squad unit, which responds to vehicle accidents, medical emergencies, and structure fires. I have also Spent a great amount of time on an aerial apparatus, which responds to the same calls, with the addition of fire alarms, and public assist calls. In my time at Sta. 5 I have worked for 4 different Captains, and accrued no negative evaluations, and no disciplinary action.

• Responded swiftly to emergency calls, providing critical care and assessment to patients in high-pressure situations.
• Administered first aid and advanced life support techniques according to established protocols and procedures.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient transport and handover to healthcare facilities.
• Maintained accurate patient records and documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and protocols.
• Evaluated patient conditions, prioritized care needs, and executed treatment plans effectively under duress.
• Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.

• Led team to achieve operational excellence through process optimization and workflow enhancements.
• Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and enhancing team performance.
• Implemented quality control measures, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer satisfaction.
• Facilitated training sessions on best practices and safety protocols to enhance workforce capabilities.
• Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
• Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.