Christopher Keane

• Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
• Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
• Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
• Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.

Managed and was accountable for 95 soldiers while forward deployed in a combat zone.

• Served as principal advisor to First Sergeant and Commander.
• Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
• Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
• Directed tactical operations in complex and challenging environments.
• Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
• Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.

I worked at NCFR in my first Fire-Rescue position. Leaving there while moving to a larger department and returning to NCFR following my retirement from JFRD to complete time in the FRS. I left NCFR and deployed with the military to Kuwait.

• Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
• Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
• Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
• Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
• Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
• Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.

• Maintained property and equipment inventory and crew assignments.
• Organized and directed chain saw work, overseeing tool maintenance, and safety measures.
• Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
• Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
• Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
• Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.

While working with JFRD I spent the majority of my career as an acting LT riding out of position while holding the rank of Engineer.

• Trained and mentored junior personnel, providing guidance and direction.
• Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
• Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
• Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
• Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
• Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.