Reactive professional with many years of experience and established talents. Solid understanding of fire prevention, emergency medical care, and rescue methods. Effective interpersonal and communication skills with outstanding report writing and emergency medical equipment handling proficiencies. Comfortable making decisions in stressful conditions and emergencies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Lieutenant
Frostproof Fire Department
Frostproof, FL
03.2008 - Current
Directed and coordinated firefighting operations to ensure safety of personnel, property and public;.
Supervised the maintenance of firefighting apparatus, equipment and supplies;.
Conducted daily inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations;.
Evaluated performance of subordinate staff and provided feedback;.
Paramedic/Firefighter
Highlands County Fire rescue
Sebring, FL
02.2024 - 08.2024
Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
Responded to emergency calls quickly and safely while utilizing appropriate driving techniques.
Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
Monitored vital signs of patients and communicated changes to physicians or nurses in a timely manner.
Administered oxygen therapy, intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by physician protocols.
Performed basic diagnostic tests such as blood glucose monitoring, EKG readings and urine analysis.
Transported patients from accident scenes or hospital settings to medical facilities in a safe manner.