DOMINIC ANGELO FORNARI
Swartz Creek Fire Department
Swartz Creek,MI
1
Certification
10
years of professional experience
Nursing student and licensed paramedic with extensive prehospital, emergency-department, and fire-service experience. Skilled in rapid patient assessment, advanced life support, interdisciplinary communication, and compassionate care in high-acuity settings. Seeking a nursing externship to apply clinical judgment and emergency-care experience while developing bedside nursing practice.
Work History
Student Nurse
1 Year 2 Months- 5E Neuro/Trauma/Burn: Delivered supervised nursing care during two semesters of clinical rotations for patients with complex neurologic, traumatic, and burn-related conditions, enhancing patient recovery and support.
- Maternity/OB/Peds: Provided supervised maternal-newborn nursing care while applying patient assessment, therapeutic communication, safety principles, and patient advocacy.
- Assisted registered nurses with routine patient care and bedside support.
- Monitored vital signs and reported notable changes promptly.
- Documented patient observations accurately in clinical records.
Firefighter / Paramedic
3 Years 4 Months- Delivered advanced life support, assessed and stabilized patients, and facilitated transport during medical and traumatic emergencies.
- Coordinated care with fire personnel, emergency medical services, nurses, and physicians, ensuring effective communication and patient safety in high-risk situations.
- Responded to fire, rescue, and medical emergencies, following department procedures and safety protocols.
- Operated hose lines, ladders, and suppression equipment to control fires and protect property.
- Performed vehicle extrication, forcible entry, and confined space rescue under emergency conditions.
Paid-on-Call Firefighter
9 Years 9 Months- Responded to fire, rescue, and emergency calls as a member of a multidisciplinary public-safety team; supported scene safety, patient care, and incident operations.
- Responded to fire, rescue, and medical emergencies, executing scene operations with disciplined situational awareness.
- Operated apparatus, hoses, ladders, and suppression equipment to support fireground assignments.
- Conducted equipment inspections and maintained readiness of turnout gear, SCBA, and station tools.
Emergency Department Technician / Paramedic
2 Years- Facilitated emergency-department patient care by conducting focused assessments, monitoring vital signs, performing technical procedures, documenting care, and collaborating with clinical team.
- Recorded vital signs and reported critical changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Assisted with patient transport, positioning, and transfers while maintaining safety protocols.
- Performed EKGs and supported diagnostic testing with accurate, prompt preparation.
EMT / Paramedic
2 Years- Provided comprehensive prehospital care, including reassessment and safe transport, while ensuring effective communication during handoff to enhance patient and family advocacy.
- Assessed patients, determined acuity, and delivered advanced life support during emergency transports.
- Communicated findings with dispatch, receiving facilities, and medical control using clear radio reports.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN), In Progress
Bachelor’s Degree - Fire Science
Associate Degree - Paramedic Technology
High School Diploma
Skills
Patient assessment
Advanced life support
Clinical procedures
Interdepartmental coordination
High-stress composure
Clinical documentation
Problem-solving
Teamwork
Patient advocacy
Empathy
Certification
Michigan Paramedic License, BLS, ACLS, PALS, Michigan Firefighter I & II, State of Michigan Fire Instructor
Timeline
Student Nurse
University of Michigan-Flint | Hurley Medical Center
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
Firefighter / Paramedic
City of Dearborn Fire Department
06.2023 - CurrentRead More
Emergency Department Technician / Paramedic
MyMichigan Medical Center Sault
01.2021 - 01.2023Read More
EMT / Paramedic
Medstar Ambulance
01.2021 - 01.2023Read More
Paid-on-Call Firefighter
Swartz Creek Fire Department
01.2017 - CurrentRead More
Swartz Creek High School
High School Diploma
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Lake Superior State University
Associate Degree from Paramedic Technology
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Lake Superior State University
Bachelor’s Degree from Fire Science
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University of Michigan-Flint
Bachelor of Science from Nursing (BSN), In Progress
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Personal Information
Title: NURSING EXTERNSHIP CANDIDATE