Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Awards
Teaching Credentials
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Justin Fortin

Bristol,CT

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Training & Education Supervisor

Hunter’s Ambulance Service
06.2024 - Current
  • I am responsible for all EMS education programs at Hunter's Ambulance and most Hartford Healthcare-backed EMS programs.
  • I serve on Hunter’s Administrative Leadership team to expand the offerings of Hunter’s Ambulance and Hartford Healthcare in the field of EMS.
  • Developed and implemented competency-based education programs, train-the-trainer and end-user programs.
  • Strategized and coordinated with department heads and managers to integrate new standards, models and organizational improvements.
  • Devised continuing education program integrating new trends and new processes.
  • Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.

Armed Security Officer

CT Protective Services
07.2023 - Current
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
  • Controlled access to property to secure facility and grounds from unauthorized entry.
  • Underwent and maintained firearms certification in compliance with state laws and organizational standards.
  • Operated communication equipment to maintain contact with other security personnel during emergency calls.
  • Cooperated with security personnel and law enforcement to share information and coordinate responses to security incidents.
  • Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.

Merit Badge Counselor

Boy Scouts of America
09.2020 - Current
  • Kept assigned troop volunteers abreast of pertinent information to keep leadership members up-to-date on emerging issues and developing practices.
  • Participated in group activities, emphasizing making camp fun for campers, teaching skills, providing encouragement and facilitating opportunities of interaction between campers.
  • Delivered programming in line with organizational policy to members of newly-established troop until well-established and ready for independent operation.
  • Assisted in developing and implementing program ideas, planned activities for units and evaluated program quality.
  • Encouraged participation in camp activities and guided troop members in safe adventures.

Adjunct Professor/EMS Club Advisor

Sacred Heart University
08.2023 - 02.2025
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
  • Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
  • Used exams, quizzes and assignments to assess student comprehension.
  • Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi.
  • Managed student performance using automated reporting system, leveraging data to identify student learning needs and create action plans to overcome learning deficiencies.
  • Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.

Paramedic Instructor

Hartford Healthcare Paramedic Program at St. Vincent’s Medical Center
06.2022 - 01.2025
  • Implemented new educational techniques to boost student comprehension while reducing learning time.
  • Evaluated students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
  • Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
  • Assigned students to patients based on students' learning objectives and patient needs.
  • Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
  • Delivered individualized instruction on observation, assessment, decision-making and patient health teaching.
  • Analyzed clinical settings' success in helping students achieve course and program outcomes.

Volunteer Member – Medical/Educator

Chesprocott Health District
11.2019 - 01.2023
  • Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
  • Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
  • Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
  • Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.

Nationally Registered and State Licensed Paramedic, Education Coordinator, Specialty Care Transport Paramedic

Nelson/Access Ambulance Service
11.2020 - 06.2022
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
  • Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
  • Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
  • Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.

Lieutenant/Director of Education

Wolcott Volunteer Ambulance Association
08.2017 - 05.2021
  • Oversaw development and implementation of quality educational programs.
  • Prepared action plans to address concerns discovered through surveys, classroom observations and conversations with stakeholders.
  • Built rapport with young clients and families using tailored emails and newsletters.
  • Observed teachers and students in classrooms to gather data and improve instruction.
  • Counseled and monitored at-risk students for attendance, academic progress and behavioral concerns.
  • Recruited, trained and mentored faculty and staff in best practices for instruction.
  • Checked on instructor lessons and communication in order to assess quality of education and assistance offered to students.
  • Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
  • Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.

Education

Doctor of Education - Instruction and Curriculum Development

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
12.2026

Master of Education - Curriculum Development

Post University
Waterbury
10.2022

Bachelor of Science - Public Safety Administration

Charter Oak State College
New Britain, CT
12.2020

1-year accelerated Paramedic Program - Including Didactic, Clinical, and Ride Time Experience

New Britain EMS Academy
New Britain, CT
02.2019

Skills

  • Student counseling
  • Parent communication
  • Educational leadership
  • Program assessment
  • Teaching strategies
  • Effective communication
  • Program planning
  • Analytical thinking
  • Reliability
  • Program evaluation
  • Multitasking
  • Policy development
  • Facilities management
  • Faculty management
  • Student relations
  • At-risk student intervention
  • Contract negotiation
  • Curriculum planning

Accomplishments

    SkillsUSA National Technical Standards Committee (EMT Competition)

Certification

  • Nationally Registered Paramedic (NREMT)
  • Licensed Paramedic (State of Connecticut DPH)
  • Specialty Care Transport Paramedic – Milford, CT Medical Control
  • Emergency Pediatric Care (NAEMT)
  • Tactical Casualty Combat Care (NAEMT)
  • Prehospital Trauma Life Support (NAMET)
  • Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO)
  • BLS Healthcare Provider (American Heart Association)
  • Advanced Life Support (American Heart Association)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (American Heart Association)
  • QPR Gatekeeper Training for Suicide Prevention
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification
  • EMS Supervisor Bootcamp by Jon Politis
  • Security Guard License (State of Connecticut)
  • Practical and Tactical Handcuff Certification
  • OCAT Pepper Spray Certification
  • Active Shooter Scenario Training
  • Escaping Violent Encounters Training

Awards

  • Eagle Scout (Boy Scouts of America)
  • 2020 Coalition Sector All-Star (Wolcott CASA Coalition)
  • Wolcott Volunteer Ambulance Association Member of the Year (2017)
  • Wolcott Volunteer Ambulance Association Officer of the Year (2018)

Teaching Credentials

  • Certified Emergency Medical Services Instructor (State of Connecticut DPH)
  • Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO) Instructor
  • BLS Healthcare Provider (American Heart Association) Instructor
  • Advanced Life Support (American Heart Association) Instructor
  • First Aid (American Heart Association) Instructor
  • QPR Gatekeeper Training for Suicide Prevention Instructor
  • Stop the Bleed Instructor
  • Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens Instructor

Timeline

Training & Education Supervisor

Hunter’s Ambulance Service
06.2024 - Current

Adjunct Professor/EMS Club Advisor

Sacred Heart University
08.2023 - 02.2025

Armed Security Officer

CT Protective Services
07.2023 - Current

Paramedic Instructor

Hartford Healthcare Paramedic Program at St. Vincent’s Medical Center
06.2022 - 01.2025

Nationally Registered and State Licensed Paramedic, Education Coordinator, Specialty Care Transport Paramedic

Nelson/Access Ambulance Service
11.2020 - 06.2022

Merit Badge Counselor

Boy Scouts of America
09.2020 - Current

Volunteer Member – Medical/Educator

Chesprocott Health District
11.2019 - 01.2023

Lieutenant/Director of Education

Wolcott Volunteer Ambulance Association
08.2017 - 05.2021

Doctor of Education - Instruction and Curriculum Development

Liberty University

Master of Education - Curriculum Development

Post University

Bachelor of Science - Public Safety Administration

Charter Oak State College

1-year accelerated Paramedic Program - Including Didactic, Clinical, and Ride Time Experience

New Britain EMS Academy

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