John Fisher
Bloomingdale
Summary
Dynamic Paramedic with extensive experience at VBEMS, excelling in advanced life support and critical decision-making. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and collaboration in high-pressure situations. Adept at mentoring junior staff, fostering teamwork, and ensuring compliance with medical protocols for optimal emergency response.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
VBEMS
Paw Paw, MI
08.2016 - Current
- Delivered high-quality patient care in emergency situations, ensuring rapid response and effective treatment.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans, enhancing overall service delivery.
- Administered medications and advanced life support procedures, maintaining compliance with medical protocols and standards.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients' conditions, providing critical information for informed decision-making by medical teams.
- Mentored junior staff on complex cases, promoting professional growth and confidence in emergency response scenarios.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Assisted in training new paramedics by serving as a preceptor and sharing clinical expertise during ridealongs.
Firefighter
Bloomingdale Fire Department
Bloomingdale, MI
06.1994 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls, providing immediate support during fire incidents and rescue operations.
- Conducted regular inspections of firefighting equipment, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members during drills, enhancing overall response times and improving firefighting techniques.
- Developed training programs for new recruits, fostering skill development and adherence to safety protocols.
- Led community outreach initiatives, educating the public on fire prevention and safety measures through workshops.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
Paramedic
Life EMS Ambulance
Kalamazoo, MI
09.2002 - 08.2023
- Streamlined communication processes among team members during emergencies, improving coordination and response times.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
- Coordinated with other emergency services personnel such as police officers and firefighters during complex incidents for optimal scene management and resource allocation.
Education
Certificate of EMT-S -
Van Buren Tech
Lawrence, MIHigh School Diploma -
Bloomingdale High School
Bloomingdale, MI05-1995
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Advanced life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient transport
- Behavioral emergency intervention
- Triaging
- Resuscitating and stabilizing patients
- Emergency vehicle upkeep
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
- Emergency vehicle driving
Accomplishments
Training officer for the fire department for 16 years.
Was a lieutenant for the fire department for 10 years
Worked as a supervisor at life ems for several years
Certification
- Paramedic
- PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- ACLS
- PALS
- EPIC
- EVOC instructor
Timeline
Paramedic
VBEMS
08.2016 - Current
Paramedic
Life EMS Ambulance
09.2002 - 08.2023
Firefighter
Bloomingdale Fire Department
06.1994 - Current
Certificate of EMT-S -
Van Buren Tech
High School Diploma -
Bloomingdale High School