Dale W. Steinhorst
Byron,IL
Summary
Knowledgeable paramedic with over nine years of experience in emergency response. Excellent reputation for solving problems and improving patient satisfaction with a passion for helping people in their time of need.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT-Paramedic
Lifeline Ambulance LLC
Rockford, IL
11.2015 - Current
- Maintain levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Triage patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Develop and maintain rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Conduct equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation, as well as performed quality control procedures to maintain the accuracy and efficiency of equipment.
Firefighter/Paramedic
Stillman Fire Protection District
Stillman Valley, IL
10.2019 - 10.2021
- Respond to emergency calls including motor vehicle incidents, medical emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, and structure fires.
- Provide community education through fire safety and injury prevention.
- Assist with development and training of probationary firefighters and function as a preceptor to EMT-Basic and Paramedic students.
- Directed crews with various levels of training and delegate tasks in order to provide safe and efficient patient care.
Operator/Firefighter/EMT-Basic
North Park Fire Protection District
Machesney Park, IL
08.2016 - 04.2019
- Drove and operated fire suppression apparatus, rescue vehicles, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Operated fire engine and pump and made quick decisions regarding water pressure for fire suppression and life safety of crew members.
- Checked all fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties, including fire alarms, sprinkler systems and smoke detectors.
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Kirkland Community Fire Protection District
Kirkland, IL
08.2013 - 08.2016
- Functioned as a team member of a basic life support ambulance and made decisions including patient assessment, plan of care, and requests for higher level of care as necessary.
- Played a role in organization and planning of community events.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
Shop Hand
Holiday Hour RV
Cortland, IL
09.2013 - 10.2014
- Detailed interior of RV trailers including vacuuming, window cleaning and basic upkeep to preserve the trailer interior.
- Mixed cleaning solutions, abrasive compositions and other compounds to clean interior and exterior of RV trailers.
- Operated buffers, steamers, hoses, vacuums and other equipment to meet service expectations.
Lead Lifeguard
CoCo Key Hotel And Water Resort
Rockford, IL
11.2012 - 09.2013
- Oversaw day-to-day operations.
- Set daily lineups, rotated lifeguards through each post, and monitored water levels to ensure safe swimming.
- Trained to perform lifesaving measures,including CPR, during incidents until paramedics arrived on scene.
- Met regulatory compliance for staff members and led safety training to enhance lifesaving skills.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Kishwaukee Community College
Malta, ILNo Degree - Fire Science
Sauk Valley Community College
Dixon, ILSkills
- Strong communicator
- Team player
- Experienced mentor
- Active listener
- Highly adaptable
Certification
Illinois State Paramedic, Fire Service Instructor I, Advanced Technician Firefighter, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support, CPR, Hazardous Materials Operations, Rope Rescue Operations, Fire Service Vehicle Operator, Vehicle Machinery Operations
Timeline
Firefighter/Paramedic
Stillman Fire Protection District
10.2019 - 10.2021
Operator/Firefighter/EMT-Basic
North Park Fire Protection District
08.2016 - 04.2019
EMT-Paramedic
Lifeline Ambulance LLC
11.2015 - Current
Shop Hand
Holiday Hour RV
09.2013 - 10.2014
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Kirkland Community Fire Protection District
08.2013 - 08.2016
Lead Lifeguard
CoCo Key Hotel And Water Resort
11.2012 - 09.2013
No Degree - General Studies
Kishwaukee Community College
No Degree - Fire Science
Sauk Valley Community College