JORDAIN MERA
Key West,FL
Summary
Dedicated Rescue Lieutenant with great leadership, planning and scene management abilities. Committed to building and leading efforts of talented teams of up to 21 first responders with continuous training and expert motivational talents. Ready for any challenge and certified in multiple areas. Detail-oriented leader with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Extensive knowledge of firefighting methods and emergency medical treatment protocols. Dedicated to providing quality service to all citizens in Key West. Outstanding decision-making, problem-solving and communication talents.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
EMS Rescue Lieutenant
City Of Key West Fire Department
04.2015 - Current
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Inventory pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Ensure compliance of policies and procedures.
Acting Driver/Engineer
City Of Key West Fire Department
01.2010 - Current
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition. Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while operating vehicles.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
- Effectively supported fire suppression by setting up and maintaining water supply lines.
Acting Captain
City Of Key West Fire Department
06.2018 - Current
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
- Made daily inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Evaluated team performance and implemented strategies to close gaps in skills or knowledge.
- Assessed scenes, coordinated responses and communicated critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
- Assigned firefighters to jobs at strategic locations to facilitate rescue of persons and maximize application of extinguishing agents.
Education
Paramedic Certification - Emergency Medical Services
Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL05.2004
Fire Certification - Emergency Medical Services
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL07.2005
Skills
- Advanced life support interventions and training
- Leadership and time management
- Incident decision making
- Disaster response
- Medical and fire equipment operation
- Management of controlled substances
Education Certifications
- Florida Certified Firefighter I & II - 2006
- Florida Certified Paramedic - 2009
- Florida Certified EMT - 2000
- Florida Fire Safety Inspector I – 2010
- Florida Hazardous Material Technician - 2011
- Florida Fire Service Hydraulics – 2009
- Florida Apparatus Operations – 2009
- Florida Aerial Operations – 2010
- Florida EVOC – 2011
- Florida Fire Instructor I – 2012
- Florida USAR Certification - 2013
- Florida Fire Officer I – 2017
- Florida Fire Officer II - 2020
- ALS and PALS Instructor Certification 2020
- Live Fire Training Instructor 2022
- Florida Pump Operator 2023
Memberships Recognition
- EMS Divisions’ Path to Success Award- 2016
- Key West Chamber of Commerce Employee Recognition Award – 2010
- International Association of Fire Fighters – Member
- Key West Fire Union – Member
Employment Progression
- Eighteen years of experience as a Firefighter/EMT
- Fourteen years of Paramedic experience
- Fourteen years Acting Driver/Engineer
- Thirteen years Certified Fire Safety Inspector
- Twelve years Hazardous Material Technician
- Eight years EMS Rescue Lieutenant
- Six years Florida USAR experience
- EMT Instructor at College of the Florida Keys and KWHS Fire Academy
Timeline
Acting Captain
City Of Key West Fire Department
06.2018 - Current
EMS Rescue Lieutenant
City Of Key West Fire Department
04.2015 - Current
Acting Driver/Engineer
City Of Key West Fire Department
01.2010 - Current
Paramedic Certification - Emergency Medical Services
Broward College
Fire Certification - Emergency Medical Services
Miami Dade College
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