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Donnelle Bradley

Homestead,FL

Summary

Vigilant Firefighter with 22 years of experience performing firefighting and emergency medical duties. Passionate about protecting lives and property through dedicated service. Committed and physically fit professional. Works cooperatively with other first responders to gain control of emergency scenes. Expertise in HAZMAT handling, hostile fire events and mass casualty events. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

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Work History

Firefighter

Miami Dade Fire Rescue
Doral, FL
07/12/01 - Current
  • Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents and other emergency situations.
  • Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
  • Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
  • Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
  • Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
  • Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
  • Answered emergency situations and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims and prevent escalation.
  • Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
  • Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs and other relevant information.
  • Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
  • Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
  • Participated in on-call schedule to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends or holidays.
  • Controlled and extinguished fires using manual and power equipment.
  • Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
  • Combatted fires by holding nozzles and directing streams of fog, chemicals or water.
  • Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
  • Ascended and descended ladders, stairs and ramps in smoke-filled areas.
  • Employed systematic search and rescue procedures and location and excavation devices to safely locate and evacuate victims.
  • Held nozzles and directed streams of fog, chemicals or water to combat fires.
  • Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
  • Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
  • Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
  • Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
  • Educated public on ways to prevent fires and fire damage.
  • Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
  • Used axes and other tools to break through windows and debris.
  • Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
  • Established and managed water supplies to support suppression activities.
  • Located victims trapped by fires, extricated and rendered first aid.
  • Patrolled previously burned areas after fire containment to locate and eliminate dangerous hot spots.
  • Completed field assessments of active fires and planned optimal approaches.
  • Triaged patients to assist emergency workers in administering medical care.
  • Checked smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in residences and businesses.
  • Collaborated with Hazmat to clean up chemical and oil spills.
  • Conducted fire drills at schools and businesses.
  • Inspected buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
  • Rehabilitated fire hoses, portable water tanks and other equipment.
  • Worked on equipment desk and demobilized fire engines, water tenders and other machinery used in responding to incidents.
  • Led and planned periodic fire safety inspections to identify unsafe conditions.
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
  • Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
  • Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
  • Documented patient condition and treatment to facilitate plan of care.
  • Assessed patient condition to administer first-aid treatment or advanced level life support.
  • Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
  • Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
  • Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
  • Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
  • Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
  • Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
  • Evaluated patients at accident scenes to screen, assess and treat significant injuries.
  • Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
  • Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
  • Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
  • Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety of first responders.
  • Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
  • Trained new hires by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
  • Asked patients questions about over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drug activity to identify side effects or signs of overdose.
  • Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.

Education

High School Diploma -

Miami Killian Senior High School
Miami, FL
05.1997

Skills

  • Community Relations
  • Relationship Building and Management
  • Firefighting Techniques Expertise
  • Public Education
  • Fire Protection System Testing
  • Budget Planning and Management
  • Water and Chemical Streams
  • Supply Procurement
  • Community Education
  • Public Assistance and Support
  • Hazard Prevention
  • Emergency Management
  • Search and Rescue
  • Arson Investigation
  • Incident Safety
  • Fire Prevention and Enforcement
  • Ambulance Driving
  • First Response Services
  • First Aid Certified
  • Personnel Management
  • Facility and Equipment Maintenance
  • Apparatus Maintenance
  • Report Preparation
  • Semi-Annual Drills
  • Equipment Evaluation
  • Secure Zone Transportation
  • Public Safety and Security
  • Area patrol
  • Dispatch
  • Disaster management
  • Terrain studying
  • Triaging
  • Community Relations
  • File and records management
  • Proposal Development
  • Fire prevention
  • Trauma assessments
  • Emergency Response
  • Hazard prevention
  • Plans of care initiation
  • CPR and first aid
  • Fire inspection suppression

Certification

  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
  • Licensed E - 22 years
  • CPR

Work Availability

monday
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morning
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evening
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Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins

Timeline

Firefighter

Miami Dade Fire Rescue
07/12/01 - Current

High School Diploma -

Miami Killian Senior High School
Donnelle Bradley