Joseph Paul Bryan
Denham Springs,LA
Summary
I am highly trained in the fields of EMS and First Response. During the Covid Epidemic, I worked for FEMA in California. Because of the emergence of the situation, we were allowed to work a step above our certification. So I my time there working in a paramedic capacity. I also have a technical and industrial back round. I'm flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Also, I'm a very dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/EMT
Baker Fire Department
Baker, LA
06.2022 - Current
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
Firefighter/EMT
Brownsfield Fire Department
Baton Rouge, LA
06.2022 - Current
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
EMT
Acadian Ambulance
Baton Rouge, LA
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Documented patient information, treatments provided, and changes in condition on appropriate forms.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Performed basic life support, including CPR and airway management.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during medical emergencies.
- Provided emergency care at the scene of an accident or other medical incident.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Responded to 911 calls for assistance with medical emergencies.
- Assessed patients' conditions during transport and communicated findings to healthcare staff upon arrival at hospital.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding updates on location, estimated time of arrival, and any special needs of the patient.
- Participated in drills designed to prepare responders for handling large-scale emergencies.
- Assisted in the transport of patients from accident scenes to medical facilities.
- Maintained equipment and supplies necessary for providing medical services in field settings.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when responding to emergency situations.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers such as paramedics and nurses.
- Conducted assessments of trauma victims using advanced assessment techniques.
- Operated ambulances safely under both normal and emergency conditions.
- Educated patients on pre-hospital treatment techniques such as bleeding control methods.
- Researched new technologies related to EMS operations in order to improve processes.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians or according to established protocols.
- Attended continuing education courses related to EMT skills development.
- Facilitated communication between family members of a patient undergoing treatment.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Documented patient condition and treatment to facilitate plan of care.
- Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
- Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety of first responders.
- Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public, and first responders safe.
- Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Evaluated patients at accident scenes to screen, assess and treat significant injuries.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.
- Assessed patient condition to administer first-aid treatment or advanced level life support.
- Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
- Asked patients questions about over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drug activity to identify side effects or signs of overdose.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history and details on current issues.
Firefighter/EMT
St. George Fire Protection District
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2021 - 04.2022
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
Industrial Firefighter/EMT-Basic
AMR
Lake Charles, LA
01.2018 - 05.2021
- Performed hazardous materials containment operations using specialized protective gear.
- Developed evacuation plans in case of emergencies or disasters.
- Coordinated with local fire departments on joint response activities.
- Provided training to employees on proper use of fire extinguishers and other safety procedures.
- Participated in post-incident debriefings with supervisors after each call out.
- Responded quickly to alarms and investigated suspected incidents of fire or smoke.
- Assisted in controlling crowds during evacuations from dangerous areas.
- Controlled traffic flow around the site during an emergency event.
- Conducted pre-fire planning for industrial plants and facilities.
- Assessed potential risks associated with various chemicals stored onsite.
- Checked all electrical wiring systems for faulty connections or damaged insulation material that could spark a fire hazard.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
Aircraft Rescue Firefighter
Constellis
Lake Charles, LA
05.2016 - 12.2018
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies such as heart attacks or stroke victims.
- Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs, and other relevant information.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
- Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
- Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
- Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
- Answered emergency situations and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims, and prevent escalation.
- Controlled and extinguished fires using manual and power equipment.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
- Prepared detailed reports concerning all activities at emergency scenes.
- Evaluated incident scenes for possible victims requiring medical attention or evacuation assistance.
- Combatted fires by holding nozzles and directing streams of fog, chemicals or water.
- Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
- Participated in on-call schedule to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends or holidays.
- Transported injured persons safely from accident sites to hospitals for treatment.
- Ascended and descended ladders, stairs and ramps in smoke-filled areas.
- Assisted in cleaning up hazardous materials following an incident scene.
- Inspected vehicles for proper operation prior to use on emergency calls.
- Held nozzles and directed streams of fog, chemicals or water to combat fires.
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
- Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
- Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
- Provided support services during natural disasters such as floods or hurricanes.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of buildings to identify any potential hazards.
- Employed systematic search and rescue procedures and location and excavation devices to safely locate and evacuate victims.
- Monitored weather conditions for potential threats such as wildland fires or flash flooding.
- Investigated the causes of fires to determine origin and cause.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Educated public on ways to prevent fires and fire damage.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
- Used axes and other tools to break through windows and debris.
- Located victims trapped by fires, extricated and rendered first aid.
- Triaged patients to assist emergency workers in administering medical care.
- Checked smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in residences and businesses.
- Established and managed water supplies to support suppression activities.
- Completed field assessments of active fires and planned optimal approaches.
- Conducted fire drills at schools and businesses.
- Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
- Inspected buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
- Patrolled previously burned areas after fire containment to locate and eliminate dangerous hot spots.
- Rehabilitated fire hoses, portable water tanks and other equipment.
- Led and planned periodic fire safety inspections to identify unsafe conditions.
- Collaborated with Hazmat to clean up chemical and oil spills.
- Worked on equipment desk and demobilized fire engines, water tenders and other machinery used in responding to incidents.
Satellite Installation Technician
DirecTv
Mauriceville, TX
08.2012 - 05.2016
- Installation and customer education of new satellite equipment and services
- Service and Upgrade work
- Field Training new hires
- Commercial jobs.
Security Officer
Hughes Security @ Motiva
Port Arthur, TX
08.2009 - 07.2012
- Securing the entire expansion
- Emergency Trained.
Direct Line Operator
United DC @ Dupont
Orange, TX
07.2006 - 07.2009
- Operated direct line for packaging and shipping of polyethylene
- Operated Forklift
- Also worked Vamac.
Fork Lift Operator
Dragos Supply
Port Arthur, TX
07.2004 - 07.2006
- Packaged and Shipped parts and tools to the various plants in the surrounding area
- Operated Forklift.
Electricians Helper
Daniels Electric
Bridge City, TX
07.2003 - 07.2004
- Ran electrical wire
- Put in outlets in commercial jobs
- Delivery of equipment.
Education
GED -
Port Neches-Groves High School
Port Neches, TX12-2020
Skills
- Forklift experience
- Warehouse experience
- Construction experience
- Electrical Experience
- Plant/Refinery Experience
- Shift work capable
- Water and Chemical Streams
- Alarm Response
- Conditions Assessment
- Rescue Equipment Proficiency
- Fire Suppression Work
- Ladder Operation
- Secure Zone Transportation
- Fire Control
- Weather Condition Assessment
- Public Assistance and Support
- Community Education
- Medical Response
- Fire Suppression Tactics
- Apparatus Maintenance
- Emergency Response
- Advanced Pre-Hospital Emergency Care
- Fire Strategy
- Medical Assessments
- Fire Prevention
- Community Relations
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Building Construction Knowledge
- Report Preparation
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Staff Development and Leadership
- Crisis Communications
- First Aid Certified
- Relationship Building and Management
- Fire Command Center Management
- First-Aid and CPR
- Public Education
- Life Support Services
- Patient Care Documentation
- EMS Expertise
- Hazard Prevention
- Semi-Annual Drills
- Firefighting Procedures
- Supply Procurement
- Proposal Development
- Medication Administration
- First Response Services
- Equipment Evaluation
- Staff Scheduling
- Emergency Medical Treatment
- Burning Building Entry Tactics
- Public Safety and Security
- Fire Protection System Testing
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Emergency Management
- High-Pressure Nozzle Changes
- Fire Response Team Direction
- Equipment Maintenance and Repair
- Fire Suppression Techniques
- Fire Safety Design Evaluation
- Facility and Equipment Maintenance
- Incident Safety
- Fire Department Procedures
- Life and Property Protection
- Medical Services Administration
References
References are available upon request.
Certification
- Firefighter 1 and 2, Hazmat Awareness and Operations, Aircraft Rescue Firefighter, Boaters Safety, EMT-B, Wildlife Management, Class D Drivers License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Firefighter/EMT
Baker Fire Department
06.2022 - Current
Firefighter/EMT
Brownsfield Fire Department
06.2022 - Current
EMT
Acadian Ambulance
04.2022 - 05.2022
Firefighter/EMT
St. George Fire Protection District
05.2021 - 04.2022
Industrial Firefighter/EMT-Basic
AMR
01.2018 - 05.2021
Aircraft Rescue Firefighter
Constellis
05.2016 - 12.2018
Satellite Installation Technician
DirecTv
08.2012 - 05.2016
Security Officer
Hughes Security @ Motiva
08.2009 - 07.2012
Direct Line Operator
United DC @ Dupont
07.2006 - 07.2009
Fork Lift Operator
Dragos Supply
07.2004 - 07.2006
Electricians Helper
Daniels Electric
07.2003 - 07.2004
GED -
Port Neches-Groves High School
- Firefighter 1 and 2, Hazmat Awareness and Operations, Aircraft Rescue Firefighter, Boaters Safety, EMT-B, Wildlife Management, Class D Drivers License
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