Director of Emergency Management
David Lacaillade
BILH - Community North Division
Londonderry,NH
1
Certification
40
years of professional experience
Experienced Director of Emergency Management with deep expertise in incident command, emergency planning, and public safety. Known for coordinating complex response operations, strengthening readiness, and supporting resilient healthcare facilities.
Work History
Director of Emergency Management
16 Years 4 Months- Directed emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation programs across community hospital operations.
- Coordinated incident command activation, situational reporting, and interdepartmental communication during emergencies.
- Developed updated emergency operations plans, annexes, and continuity procedures aligned with healthcare regulations.
- Led drills, tabletop exercises, and after-action reviews to strengthen staff readiness and corrective actions.
- Collaborated with local agencies, public health partners, and clinical leaders to support coordinated emergency response.
- Maintained emergency supplies, communication systems, and response resources for rapid deployment.
- Trained department leaders on emergency roles, evacuation procedures, and command structure expectations.
- Assessed program gaps and implemented process improvements to enhance preparedness and operational resilience.
- Enhanced community preparedness by developing and implementing comprehensive emergency management plans.
- Developed contingency plans considering various factors such as population density, infrastructure vulnerabilities, and available resources.
- Evaluated existing policies and procedures, identifying areas for improvement to optimize emergency response capabilities.
- Provided expert advice to senior leadership on matters related to emergency management, contributing valuable insights for decision-making purposes.
- Improved overall response capabilities through regular performance evaluations of personnel and equipment upgrades as necessary.
- Organized successful large-scale drills simulating various disaster scenarios, gauging organizational preparedness.
- Established strong relationships with external partners for improved collaboration during crisis situations.
- Led a team of professionals in managing emergencies, fostering a supportive work environment that prioritized safety.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently, ensuring adequate funding for emergency management operations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry best practices, incorporating new ideas into existing processes when appropriate.
- Conducted regular training exercises to maintain staff readiness and evaluate the effectiveness of emergency plans.
- Oversaw recovery efforts following disasters, coordinating resources and support to affected communities.
- Reduced response times by optimizing communication channels between first responders and other stakeholders.
- Implemented advanced technology solutions for efficient data collection and analysis during emergencies.
- Contributed to the development of regional hazard mitigation strategies by participating in multi-agency planning initiatives.
- Inspected facilities and equipment to determine operational and functional capabilities in emergency situations.
- Maintained current understanding of local, state and federal guidelines for emergency response.
- Facilitated emergency management training for staff and conducted emergency drills.
- Utilized comprehensive risk analysis to identify, assess and manage emergency management risks.
- Kept informed of activities or changes that could affect likelihood of emergencies, factors that could affect response efforts and details of plan implementation.
- Improved realization of organizational objectives by effectively communicating department goals, organizational objectives and industry trends.
Paramedic - Director of QA/Education
23 Years 5 Months- Assessed patient conditions and delivered advanced life support during emergency response calls.
- Operated ambulance equipment and maintained readiness for rapid, safe transport.
- Communicated patient status clearly with dispatch, receiving facilities, and emergency personnel.
- Administered medications and performed invasive procedures per protocol and medical direction.
- Documented care reports accurately to support continuity, compliance, and billing.
- Collaborated with EMTs and clinicians to coordinate efficient scene management.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
Director of EM & EMS
4 Years 4 Months- Directed departmental operations to align staffing, workflows, and service delivery with clinical objectives.
- Developed budgets, monitored expenses, and guided resource allocation for operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and administrators to improve patient care coordination.
- Oversaw compliance with hospital policies, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Implemented process improvements to strengthen quality, safety, and consistency across services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology/Chemistry
Associate of Science - Paramedic Studies
Skills
Strategic thinking
Crisis leadership
Hazard mitigation
Incident response
Disaster response
Risk management
Public safety
Emergency management planning
Certification
- Certified Hospital Emergency Coordinator
Timeline
Director of Emergency Management
BILH - Community North Division
07.2010 - CurrentRead More
Director of EM & EMS
Parkland Medical Center
10.2000 - 02.2005Read More
Paramedic - Director of QA/Education
Rockingham Regional Ambulance, Inc
02.1987 - 07.2010Read More
New Hampshire Technical Institute
Associate of Science from Paramedic Studies
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Rivier College
Bachelor of Science from Biology/Chemistry
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