Joseph Johnson
Roselle,IL
Summary
Experienced firefighter/paramedic known for maintaining professional and respectful relationships with community members and MABAS division. Expert in leading active shooter drills and installing car seats. Committed to ongoing learning and sharing knowledge.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/Paramedic
Village of Streamwood
Streamwood, IL
03.2015 - Current
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
- Oversaw the active shooter program, maintained equipment, applied budget restrictions appropriately, and conducted training plans with our MABAS Division 2.
- Ensured the proper installation of car seats for community members through management of Car seat program.
- Managed budget for Stop the Bleed class provided to public and private entities such as Costco, College of Chest Physicians, and U-46 admin staff.
- Investigated fire scenes to determine the origin and cause of fires.
US Navy
Military
Great Lakes, IL
10.2011 - 10.2018
- Provided emergency care for injured personnel.
- Monitored vital signs of patients.
- Documented patient's medical history and conditions.
- Conducted physical examinations on patients.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies and equipment.
- Responded to emergency situations such as cardiac arrests or trauma cases.
- Assessed wounds and provided wound management including debridement.
- Provided preventive medicine services such as immunizations.
- Assisted in training new personnel on proper protocols and procedures.
- Performed both emergency and routine medical procedures in high-pressure environments.
- Maintained health records for marine platoons.
- Performed medical duties for preventive and unscheduled care by conducting lab work, x-rays, phlebotomy and IV fluid administration.
- Responded immediately to emergency calls to confirm best possible treatment.
- Determined extent of injuries and illnesses to establish treatment priorities.
Firefighter/Paramedic
Village of Western Springs
Western Springs, IL
01.2014 - 03.2015
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Answered emergency situations and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims, and prevent escalation.
ER Technician
Resurrection Medical Center
Chicago, IL
11.2013 - 03.2015
- Provided patient care and monitored vital signs.
- Performed venipuncture and IV insertion.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality patient care.
- Documented all procedures on patients' charts in accordance with hospital policy.
- Provided emergency life-saving measures as needed for cardiac arrest, respiratory failure and shock victims.
- Responded quickly to emergencies by utilizing appropriate assessment techniques, triage protocols and stabilization measures.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies ensuring adequate stock was available at all times.
EMT-Basic
Medex
Skokie, IL
11.2012 - 11.2013
- Provided emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Assisted with patient assessments, such as measuring vital signs and assessing conditions.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care treatments and transport information.
- Communicated effectively with hospital staff upon arrival at the destination facility.
- Operated ambulances safely under emergency conditions while following all traffic laws.
- Monitored patient condition during transit and provided appropriate medical attention as needed.
- Conducted regular ambulance checks to ensure proper functioning of equipment.
- Loaded stretchers onto ambulances according to safety protocols and secured them properly before transport.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay current on best practices in EMS care.
- Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations when handling confidential patient information.
- Took vital signs and blood pressure to observe patient's condition and prepare appropriate resources and medical procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Fire Science & Saftey
Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL05-2020
Skills
- Training Program Development
- Incident Reporting
- Public assistance and support
- Community Education
- Fire suppression tactics
- Emergency Response
- Incident safety
- Community Relations
- Budget Management
- Public Education
Certification
- State Paramedic License - IL Department of Health.
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) - NAEMT Tactical Paramedic Certification.
- Advanced Technician Firefighter
- Fire Investigator
- AISM Advanced
- Rope Operations
- Company Fire Officer
- Vehicle Machinery Operations & Technician
- Fire Apparatus Engineer
- FSVO
- Hazmat Operations
- Fire Service Instructor I
- Fire Service Incident Safety Officer
- Youth Fire Setting Prevention and Intervention Specialist
Timeline
Firefighter/Paramedic
Village of Streamwood
03.2015 - Current
Firefighter/Paramedic
Village of Western Springs
01.2014 - 03.2015
ER Technician
Resurrection Medical Center
11.2013 - 03.2015
EMT-Basic
Medex
11.2012 - 11.2013
US Navy
Military
10.2011 - 10.2018
- State Paramedic License - IL Department of Health.
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) - NAEMT Tactical Paramedic Certification.
- Advanced Technician Firefighter
- Fire Investigator
- AISM Advanced
- Rope Operations
- Company Fire Officer
- Vehicle Machinery Operations & Technician
- Fire Apparatus Engineer
- FSVO
- Hazmat Operations
- Fire Service Instructor I
- Fire Service Incident Safety Officer
- Youth Fire Setting Prevention and Intervention Specialist
Associate of Science - Fire Science & Saftey
Elgin Community College
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