Larry Warren
Perry,GA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented leader with extensive knowledge of NIMS, honed at Warner Robins Fire Department. Proven ability to train and mentor subordinates while fostering strong relationships with public safety agencies. Committed to promoting the department's mission and vision, demonstrating decisive leadership and effective management principles.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Emory
09.2025 - Current
- Promoted health equity within the community by offering culturally sensitive care to diverse populations while respecting individual preferences or needs.
- Contributed to community outreach efforts by participating in public education events on CPR, first aid, and emergency preparedness.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Reduced response times by maintaining thorough knowledge of local geography and navigation routes.
- Streamlined patient handoff processes at hospitals by clearly communicating relevant information to receiving staff, ensuring seamless continuity of care.
Health and Safety Officer
Warner Robins Fire Department
01.1995 - 08.2025
- Provided support during accident investigations to determine root causes and prevent future incidents.
- Enhanced emergency preparedness with thorough evacuation plans and drills.
- Assisted in the development of customized training materials for specific job roles to increase employee competency regarding safety protocols.
- Led cross-functional teams in efforts to address potential hazards or unsafe working conditions discovered during site audits or inspections.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Delivered timely incident reports to senior leadership, providing accurate data for budgetary decisions and policy development purposes.
- Coordinated mutual aid agreements with neighboring departments, optimizing resource-sharing during large-scale events or emergencies beyond individual capacities.
- Developed strong relationships with community leaders, fostering trust and collaboration for public safety initiatives.
- Conducted thorough post-incident analysis, identifying areas for improvement in both tactics and equipment usage.
- Compiled and maintained log books, run reports and training records.
Paramedic
Guardian Centers
01.2018 - 06.2024
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
Paramedic
Houston Medical Center
06.1995 - 04.2021
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- 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.
- Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Maintained patient care, treatment and medication documentation for accurate, up-to-date clinical records.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
Plane Captain
United States Navy, USN
01.1991 - 02.1993
- Served as a trusted liaison between flight crews and maintenance personnel, facilitating clear communication channels at all times.
- Supported emergency response efforts when needed by applying quick thinking and problem-solving skills under pressure situations.
- Assisted in developing standard operating procedures for plane captain duties, streamlining processes across the team.
- Ensured aircraft safety by performing thorough pre-flight and post-flight inspections.
- Collaborated with flight crews to address any technical issues, resulting in minimized downtime and increased mission readiness.
- Identified potential hazards during routine inspections, preventing accidents and costly damages.
- Delivered updates on arrival times and weather conditions to passengers and aircraft personnel throughout flights.
Education
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Columbia Southern University
Skills
- Performance-oriented
- Ability to deal firmly and effectively with subordinates
- Promotes our fire departments mission and Vision
- Proficiency in training and mentoring subordinates
- Collaboration with public safety agencies
- Knowledge of management principles and practices to provide effective leadership
- Lead by Example
- The ability to organize, direct, and evaluate work of others
- Decisive
- Problem-solving
Affiliations
- Firefighter of the Year Committee
- MDA Committee
- Apparatus Committee
- Promotional Committee
- Firefighter Entry Labs
Certification
- Advanced Burn life Support
- Advanced CardiacLife Support
- Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support
- Basic Trauma Life Support
- Neonatal Advanced Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Neonatal Resuscitation
Awards
- Plane Captain of the Quarter while in the USN
- Three nominations for firefighter of the year with the Warner Robins Fire Department while receiving the award one time in 1998
- Valor Award
Upper level classes
- Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service Enhanced All Hazards Incident Management / Unified Command College Station Texas
- NIMS 300 and 400
- National Fire Academy Hazardous Material Incident Management
- National Fire Academy Command and Control Decision Making At Multiple Alarm Incidents
- National Fire Academy Incident Command For Highrise Operations
- National Fire Academy Incident Command For Structural Collapse
- National Fire Academy Strategy and Tactics for Initial Company Operations
- National Fire Academy Command and Control of Fire Department Operations at Target Hazards
- National Fire Academy Command and Control of Fire Department Operations at Natural and Manmade Disasters
- Leadership and Management of Surface Transportation Incidents at the Security and Emergency Response Training Center in Colorado
- FEMA Planning Section Chief Chief Class
- All Hazards Incident Management System
Extra-Curricular Activities
- Member of the GEMA All Hazards Incident Management Team
- Assisted with the coordination of the first July Fourth Event with Captain Randy Mulls and attended several since then
- Supported the MDA Efforts on and off duty during my career
- Attend as many funeral details as possible
- I have been to promotion assessments for other fire departments and served as a accessor
Relevant Professional Experience
- GSAR Activation for Hurricane Katrina
- Involvement with the evacuation of Savannah with EMS during Hurricane Floyd in 1999
- HURREX with GEMA in 2010
- State GEMA Exercise at the Guardian Center with GEMA as a member of the All Hazards IMT Team for the State of Georgia
- Multiple Multi Casualty Incidents Exercises with RAFB and The local EMS System
- Real life Multi Casualty Incidents working while working with EMS
- Lead firefighter on Rescue One and Rescue Three on the Warner Robins Fire Department.
- Multiple large fires with the fire department
- Worked in the role of Shift Commander
- Worked as a IMT member with the New York City Fire Department on a major exercise at the Guardian Center in Perry GA.
- Paramedic at Houston Medical Center since 1995
- Paramedic at The Guardian Center since 2019
Safety Certifications
- Incident Safety Officer Certification since 2015
- Health and Safety Officer Certified since 2015
Timeline
Paramedic
Emory
09.2025 - Current
Paramedic
Guardian Centers
01.2018 - 06.2024
Paramedic
Houston Medical Center
06.1995 - 04.2021
Health and Safety Officer
Warner Robins Fire Department
01.1995 - 08.2025
Plane Captain
United States Navy, USN
01.1991 - 02.1993
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Columbia Southern University