Fast-thinking Paramedic with 6 years of Prehospital care experience. Known for efficiency and accuracy in stressful situations with excellent decision-making skills and attention to detail. Dedicated to comprehensive and compassionate patient care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paid Call FireFighter EMT
San Bernardino County Fire Department
09.2018 - Current
Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
Participated in Modern Fire Behavior and Modern Fuels training exercises and in-class training to improve Fire suppression Knowledge.
Performed variety of fire suppression activities at fire scenes, including laying and connecting hose, holding nozzles and directing water streams, raising and climbing ladders and using pike poles, smoke ejectors, and forcible entry tools.
Quickly acted to contain any hazardous Materials likely to catch fire, leak or spill.
Cut and cleared brush, as well as dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
Responded directly to approximately 200 emergency situations in 2018.
Trained 5 EMTs in basic life support skills, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, oxygen therapy, wound care, patient history elicitation and splinting.
Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions and certifications, licenses and registrations.
Removed victims from vehicles or scene of accident or catastrophe and assisted in transfer to receiving facilities.
EMT Skills Instructor
Cerro Coso Community College
01.2020 - Current
Instructed Students on comprehensive patient assessments, identifying critical needs and initiating appropriate interventions.
Tested and evaluated over 40 students on current National Registry standards
Supported student success by offering after-school tutoring sessions tailored to individual needs and learning objectives.
Attended professional development workshops to stay current on relevant industry trends, technologies, and teaching methodologies.
Security Lieutenant /EMT-Basic
Securitas Security Services USA
06.2021 - Current
Determined medical and safety requirements at emergency scene by assessing medical status of ill or injured persons.
Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
Followed pre-printed and map-based directions to locate sites and maintained awareness of changes in roadways or points of access.
Managed 4 person shifts in the handling of all emergencies including safety, fire, EMS, HAZMAT, Rescue, and environmental
Managed all physical Security for 5 Separate Facilities to Includde Locks, Keys, Gates, And Door Hardware
Petty Officer First Class
United States Navy
08.2007 - 06.2021
Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of Mission.
Designed programs, policies, and procedures that were implemented to reduce or eliminate workplace injuries and hazards.
Operated multiple types of heavy equipment to prepare roads, runways and bunkers.
Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency and knowledgeable assistance.
Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
Demonstrated process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to junior mechanics.
Managed Respiratory Protection Program for two work centers
Directed safe and secure operations of over $1.3 Million worth of government property, resulting in no loss of equipment or negative incidents.
Paramedic
Liberty Ambulance
06.2024 - Current
Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
Education
High School Diploma -
Willowbrook High School
Villa Park, IL
06.2007
Skills
Advanced Life Support
Firefighting activities
Medical team collaboration
Emergency vehicle operation
Patient Management
Pre-hospital Care
Conditions assessment
Vehicle Maintenance Program Manager
Respiratory Protection Program Manager
Light and Heavy vehicle mechanic
Equipment Maintenance Program Manager
Heavy Equipment Operator
Apparatus inspection
CPR and first aid
Accomplishments
Supervised team of 8 staff members.
Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Demonstrated process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to junior mechanics.
Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire prevention education to public
Certification
Nationally Registered, State Registered and Kern county Accredited Paramedic
Hazardous Material Operations
Tactical Combatant Casualty Care (TCCC)
Advanced cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Life Support, Basic Life Support
Respiratory Protection Program Manager
California Class B CDL with airbrakes and fire endorsement
First Aid/CPR Certified
NAEMT Prehospital Trauma Life Support
Driver Operator 1A
Ambulance driver certificate
Fireline Paramedic S-223
Joint Military Service High Risk Training Instructor
Additional Information
References Available on request
Timeline
Paramedic
Liberty Ambulance
06.2024 - Current
Security Lieutenant /EMT-Basic
Securitas Security Services USA
06.2021 - Current
EMT Skills Instructor
Cerro Coso Community College
01.2020 - Current
Paid Call FireFighter EMT
San Bernardino County Fire Department
09.2018 - Current
Petty Officer First Class
United States Navy
08.2007 - 06.2021
Nationally Registered, State Registered and Kern county Accredited Paramedic
Hazardous Material Operations
Tactical Combatant Casualty Care (TCCC)
Advanced cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Life Support, Basic Life Support
Respiratory Protection Program Manager
California Class B CDL with airbrakes and fire endorsement
First Aid/CPR Certified
NAEMT Prehospital Trauma Life Support
Driver Operator 1A
Ambulance driver certificate
Fireline Paramedic S-223
Joint Military Service High Risk Training Instructor
High School Diploma -
Willowbrook High School
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