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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Kyron Penny

Sparta ,IL

Summary

Proactive first responder with experience executing job duties in high-pressure situations. Deep knowledge in emergency services and outstanding team communication skills. Proudly demonstrated commitment, compassion and reasoned thinking while performing tasks rapidly to enhance emergency incident outcomes and public relations. Being able to help my communities in this capacity is the most rewarding, unexplainable feeling. Always willing to assist people in need and help others succeed and feel confident. In addition to being a first responder, I am also a conscious and motivated college student with integrity and dedication to successful college studies. Natural leader and supportive classmate, assisting others and contributing to positive environments.

Overview

6
years of professional experience
1
Certificate

Work History

Illinois State Police - Team Illinois Youth Camp
Collinsville, IL

Counselor
07.2023 - 07.2023

Job overview

  • Provided individual and group counseling to guide cadets in areas of social and emotional needs.
  • Listened to personal stories, asked probing questions and offered knowledgeable advice for different situations to cadets.
  • Collaborated to set goals and outline steps to achieve objectives.
  • Assisted cadets with developing relevant skills to improve functionality in social, educational and vocational situations.
  • Counseled cadets physical, mental factors impacting personal success.

Illinois State Police

Intern
05.2023 - 07.2023

Job overview

  • Troop 8 Patrol
  • Zone 6 Investigations
  • Statewide Operations Group Southern Region - SAVE
  • Scene & Evidence Services Command - Crime Scene

Washington County Ambulance Service
Nashville, IL

EMT- Basic
05.2023 - Current

Job overview

Madison Fire Department
Madison, IL

Firefighter/EMT
05.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs before transport.
  • Collaborated and coordinated with multiple different assignments for special events.
  • Nascar Enjoy Illinois 300 Race (2022, 2023)

Coulterville Fire Protection District
Coulterville, IL

Volunteer Firefighter/EMT- Basic
05.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
  • Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
  • Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.

MedStar Ambulance, Inc.
Sparta, IL

EMT- Basic
03.2022 - 02.2024

Job overview

  • Provide prehospital life-saving medical care
  • Documented calls in reports detailing incidents in full.
  • Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.

MedStar Ambulance, Inc.
Sparta , IL

Shop Assistant
01.2020 - 02.2024

Job overview

  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
  • Installed or repaired/replaced emergency warning equipment such as lights and sirens
  • Installed communication equipment and accessories for ambulances, quick response vehicles, and other emergency vehicles
  • Program communication equipment through computer software programming

Estill County EMS
Irvine, KY

EMT-Basic
02.2023 - 02.2024

Job overview

  • Participated in FEMA CSEPP Exercises

Sparta Fire Department
Sparta , IL

Volunteer Firefighter
07.2021 - 11.2022

Job overview

  • Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
  • Answered emergency situations and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims and prevent escalation.
  • Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.

Complete Technology Solutions, Inc.
Sparta, IL

Inventory Clerk
05.2018 - 08.2019

Job overview

  • Coordinated inventory, stocking and ordering.
  • Monitored database system to prepare and deliver customer orders on time.
  • Tracked inventory and conducted cycle counts to maintain accurate records.

Education

Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY

Some College (No Degree)

University Overview

  • Major

Homeland Security

  • EKU Mock Trial Team Member, 2022

Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL

University Overview

  • Completed 33 Credits
  • Completed Dual Credit courses at Sparta High School (2020-2021)

Sparta High School
Sparta, IL

High School Diploma
05.2021

University Overview

  • 4.0 GPA
  • Heavily involved in student life and organizations, holding several officer positions

MedStar Ambulance School of EMS
Sparta, IL

Completion Certificate from EMT-Basic Course
04.2021

University Overview

Skills

  • Critical Decision-Making Skills
  • Field Patient Assessments
  • Attention to Detail
  • Coordination
  • Reporting and Documentation
  • Scene Assessments

Certification

  • Atlas Outfitters

NFPA 1952 Ice Water Rescue Technician

  • Missouri State Highway Patrol

Terrorism Liaison Officer

  • FEMA Emergency Management Institute

IS5A, IS15B, IS100, IS200, IS362A, IS700, IS800, IS906, IS907, IS2200

  • Illinois Fire Service Institute

NFPA 1001 Basic Operations Firefighter/FF1

NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Operations Responder

Alternative Fuel Vehicle

Emergency Vehicle Operations

Hazardous Materials Incident Command

Opioid Awareness

Resiliency Awareness

  • Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal

NFPA 1033 Fire Investigator

NFPA 1035 Youth Firesetter Intervention Specialist

  • National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians

Emergency Medical Technician- Basic

  • Illinois Department of Public Health

Emergency Medical Technician- Basic

  • Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services

Emergency Medical Technician- Basic

Sexual Violence Awareness

Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma Awareness

HIV/AIDS Education for EMS Providers

  • FEMA Center for Domestic Preparedness (CDP)

AWR923W Radiology Emergency Management

  • Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX)

AWR111 EMS Concepts for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives (CBRNE)

AWR160 Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Awareness

AWR167 Sport and Special Event Risk Management

Timeline

Counselor
Illinois State Police - Team Illinois Youth Camp
07.2023 - 07.2023
Intern
Illinois State Police
05.2023 - 07.2023
EMT- Basic
Washington County Ambulance Service
05.2023 - Current
EMT-Basic
Estill County EMS
02.2023 - 02.2024
Firefighter/EMT
Madison Fire Department
05.2022 - Current
EMT- Basic
MedStar Ambulance, Inc.
03.2022 - 02.2024
Volunteer Firefighter
Sparta Fire Department
07.2021 - 11.2022
Volunteer Firefighter/EMT- Basic
Coulterville Fire Protection District
05.2021 - Current
Shop Assistant
MedStar Ambulance, Inc.
01.2020 - 02.2024
Inventory Clerk
Complete Technology Solutions, Inc.
05.2018 - 08.2019
Eastern Kentucky University
Some College (No Degree)
Southwestern Illinois College
Sparta High School
High School Diploma
MedStar Ambulance School of EMS
Completion Certificate from EMT-Basic Course
  • Atlas Outfitters

NFPA 1952 Ice Water Rescue Technician

  • Missouri State Highway Patrol

Terrorism Liaison Officer

  • FEMA Emergency Management Institute

IS5A, IS15B, IS100, IS200, IS362A, IS700, IS800, IS906, IS907, IS2200

  • Illinois Fire Service Institute

NFPA 1001 Basic Operations Firefighter/FF1

NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Operations Responder

Alternative Fuel Vehicle

Emergency Vehicle Operations

Hazardous Materials Incident Command

Opioid Awareness

Resiliency Awareness

  • Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal

NFPA 1033 Fire Investigator

NFPA 1035 Youth Firesetter Intervention Specialist

  • National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians

Emergency Medical Technician- Basic

  • Illinois Department of Public Health

Emergency Medical Technician- Basic

  • Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services

Emergency Medical Technician- Basic

Sexual Violence Awareness

Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma Awareness

HIV/AIDS Education for EMS Providers

  • FEMA Center for Domestic Preparedness (CDP)

AWR923W Radiology Emergency Management

  • Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX)

AWR111 EMS Concepts for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives (CBRNE)

AWR160 Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Awareness

AWR167 Sport and Special Event Risk Management

Kyron Penny