John W. Collins

Illinois Sales Manager for North Central Emergency Vehicles selling Braun Ambulances to Fire Departments and Medical Institutions in Illinois that use ambulances.

• Responded to 9-1-1 requests for medical assistance of all types.
• Promoted to Paramedic-In-Charge (equivalent to Lieutenant in fire service).
• Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
• Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
• Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.

Treat and transport sick patients as a paramedic and fire suppression duties as given out by the chief.

Assisted with Academy Training as directed by Chief of EMS Academy.

• Helped with lectures and practical teaching and testing activities.
• Taught courses relating to EMT-B certification

• Optimized learning plans, quantifying student progress through test administration.
• Retained interest and maximized receptive learning by educating students utilizing instructional techniques including hands-on curriculum.

• Conducted roving patrols of the concert venues and convention center located in Rosemont, Illinois.
• Executed armed security detail for high-profile convention shows to sustain optimal safety and risk mitigation.

• Assigned firefighting and EMS duties as delegated by shift commander.

• Provided life support services during medical emergencies on scene and en route to the hospital.
• Collected pertinent information from the patient, family and friends, medical records and prescriptions.

• Completed various firefighting and first responder tasks for optimal community outreach, safety and security.

• Delivered life support services during medical emergencies on scene and en route to the hospital.