In the last 18 years I have been involved in Public Safety. My career as a Firefighter actually began in Chicago in 1986. I have devoted my life to life safety, and property and the preservation of all,
I have devoted all of my knowledge, wisdom and protection of others since i was young. I am kind, understanding, honest, caring and giving.
I have and will be a dedicated employee in all manners of my work and in all job descriptions given.
In the last 2 years I worked in an MICU unit which was entirelyCovid, as well as 1 years in Illinois in safety during mass vaccines.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Officer, Liaison, and Operational Liaison
Favorite Staffing, State Of Illinios
St Charles , Illinois
04.2021 - 04.2022
Successfully communicated with entities inside and outside of business.
Monitored, communicated and coordinated objectives of [Business Name].
Solved conflicts and addressed issues that occurred between other entities and business.
Reduced safety incidents by [Number]% by training and teaching risk management techniques, hazard identification, quality checks and documentation.
Identified and eliminated potential safety code deficits and addressed adequacy of fire exits, stairways, aisle spaces and sprinkler systems through annual inspections.
Provided instructions to staffers during fire drills and emergency evacuations.
Inspected worksites, practices and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
EMT-B, CNA
Krucial Staffing
Brownsville, TX
07.2020 - 04.2021
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for [Type] patient rooms.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Administered first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings.
Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
Conducted end-of-shift cleaning, sanitation and resupply of equipment to promote organized, sanitary workstation.
Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
Patient Care Technician, Behavioral Techician
Texas Neuro Rehab Center
Austin , TX
02.2018 - 07.2020
Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.
Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
Kept facility clean, performed basic maintenance and restocked supplies to support program needs.
Prepared and submitted daily [Type] reports to management.
Facilitated on-site activities, support groups and outings for clients.
Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
Searched resident belongings prior to and during stays.
Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
Conducted client rounds every [Timeframe] to check on residents.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Assisted nursing staff with respiratory, cardiopulmonary and physical therapies.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.
Firefighter, Fire Officer
Travis County ESD #3,4,10,12
Austin, TX
10.2004 - 10.2017
Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
Carried, placed and extended ladders in training and in emergencies.
Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
Stabilized and lifted patients with backboard and cot.
Responded to confined space incidents, EMS and hazardous material incidents.
Removed individuals from dangerous situations and offered emergency assistance for minor and critical concerns.
Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
Inspected buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances.
Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.
Trained fire personnel in safe and proper operation and maintenance of fire department apparatus and vehicles.
Set up and operated master streams and aerial ladder pipes.
Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
Notified fire dispatchers to detail difficulties encountered, request additional firefighters and obtain emergency supplies.
Carried hose bundle of approximately [Number] pounds to upper floors of businesses, apartments and hotels during emergencies.
Assessed active fires and consulted with [Job title] to devise optimal approach and containment strategies.
Assisted with safety audits and tracking of chemical and waste inventories.
Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
Performed maintenance on water tanks, fire hoses and other firefighting equipment.
Inspected alarms, hydrants, sprinkler systems and standpipe systems for operational use to minimize incidents.
Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds and stations for proper order and condition on [Timeframe] basis.
Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
Filled firetrucks with water, sandbags and gas to maintain proper supply of materials in trucks.
Participated in [Type] training exercises and in-class training to improve [Type] knowledge.
Inspected fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements and incoming personnel.
Completed [Timeframe] training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
Searched [Type] areas to locate potential victims and employ rescue tactics and administer first aid.
Oversaw wildfire response and containment, utilizing [Type] and [Type] tools.
Saved [Number] lives in [Year] by administering first aid and artificial respiration to those affected by trauma, smoke or burns.
Reduced reportable injuries by [Number]% through [Action].
Addressed emergency situations encountered following policies, procedures and strategies.
Prepared and submitted detailed reports for official assignments and investigations.
Responded to emergency and non-emergency calls relayed from dispatcher or supervisor.
Inspected stations, uniforms and vehicles regularly for signs of maintenance needs or general professionalism.
Trained, oversaw and corrected personnel fighting fires.
Assessed scenes, coordinated responses and communicated critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies, and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
Assigned firefighters to jobs at strategic locations to facilitate rescue of persons and maximize application of extinguishing agents.
Optimized fire services management with introduction of new systems, policies, procedures, and tools.
Maintained and refurbished equipment to improve operational capability.
Maintained required maps and records.
Coordinated fire control and prevention operations.
Arranged emergency medical services for victims of fires and other incidents.
Supervised firehouse operations, maintaining inventory and liaising with vendors to secure necessary supplies.
Conducted periodic firefighter written performance evaluations and completed written recommendations on probationary firefighters.
Checked fire suppression equipment regularly and oversaw upkeep.
Prepared and adjusted schedules to cover demand.
Evaluated team performance and implemented strategies to close gaps in skills or knowledge.
Oversaw scene operations and assigned firefighters to strategic locations.
Inspected buildings to determine fire risk and advise owners on prevention methods.
Created fire prevention courses to educate general public.
Coordinated, scheduled, and maintained team resources to achieve top levels of operational readiness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Foreman High School
Chicago, IL
06.1981
Skills
Current Trends
Violations and Infractions
OSHA Standards and Codes
Emergency Preparedness
Risk Identification
Safety Courses
Occupational Health Hazards
Shift Work
Occupational Safety
Field Inspection
Safety Inspections
Sprinkler Systems
Maintaining PPE
SOP Development
Paperwork Preparation
Accident Prevention
Hazardous Waste and Disposal
Basic First Aid
CPR Certified
Public Safety
Accomplishments
Several CPR saves, Cardiac Arrest Trauma, several Stork awards. received recognition for a small municipality
Timeline
Safety Officer, Liaison, and Operational Liaison
Favorite Staffing, State Of Illinios
04.2021 - 04.2022
EMT-B, CNA
Krucial Staffing
07.2020 - 04.2021
Patient Care Technician, Behavioral Techician
Texas Neuro Rehab Center
02.2018 - 07.2020
Firefighter, Fire Officer
Travis County ESD #3,4,10,12
10.2004 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
Foreman High School
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