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Overview
Work History
Education
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Hiking and Camping
Fishing
Hockey
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Kevin Johnson

Des Plaines,IL

Summary

Dynamic emergency responder with experience at the Village of Glenview Fire Department and Superior Ambulance. Proven ability in critical decision-making and patient assessments, enhancing outcomes in high-pressure situations. Skilled in Basic Life Support and effective communication, consistently delivering exceptional care and support during emergencies.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Firefighter

Village of Glenview Fire Department
Glenview, IL
10.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
  • Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
  • Responded promptly to medical emergencies such as heart attacks or stroke victims.
  • Checked smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in residences and businesses.
  • Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.

Emergency Medical Technician

Superior Ambulance
Des Plaines, IL
02.2023 - 09.2024
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
  • Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
  • Administered emergency medication to patients, quickly responding to changes in conditions and medication reactions.
  • Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
  • Reported abnormal changes in patient's physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff for re-evaluation.

Sales Associate

Binnys Beverage Depot
07.2019 - 04.2023
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.

Education

EMT-B -

Northwest Community Hospital
Arlington Heights, IL
12.2022

Associate of Science - Fire Science Technology

William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL
05.2022

High School Diploma -

Elk Grove High School
Elk Grove Village, IL
05.2015

Skills

  • Basic Life Support
  • CPR and First Aid
  • Critical decision-making skills
  • Emergency vehicle operation
  • Situational awareness
  • Patient assessments
  • Communication skills

Hiking and Camping

I enjoy traveling to and camping at national parks as well as hiking the scenic trials the parks have to offer. 

Fishing

Fishing has always been a passion of mine. I enjoy spending quality time with my father and brother creating memories we can look back on in the future.

Hockey

I have played hockey throughout my entire life and continue to participate in local mens leagues.  Hockey has taught me how to operate as a team player as well as work through different hardships as a team.  

Timeline

Firefighter

Village of Glenview Fire Department
10.2024 - Current

Emergency Medical Technician

Superior Ambulance
02.2023 - 09.2024

Sales Associate

Binnys Beverage Depot
07.2019 - 04.2023

EMT-B -

Northwest Community Hospital

Associate of Science - Fire Science Technology

William Rainey Harper College

High School Diploma -

Elk Grove High School

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