Mary Tedesco
Port Saint Lucie
Summary
Accomplished leader who proudly worked 30 years serving the residents of Nassau County as a Nassau County Police Medic. Held many positions within the Nassau County Police Department over the tenure of my career and as a result, wore many hats in various braches and commands within the department itself.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Police Medic
Nassau County Police Department
Mineola, NY
11.1994 - 05.2018
- Administered first aid and emergency care to injured individuals in high-pressure situations.
- Collaborated with law enforcement officers to ensure scene safety and patient transport.
- Participated in disaster relief efforts providing essential assistance during emergencies.
- Liaised with police, fire department and other emergency responders to manage emergency scenes.
- Daily inspection of equipment to resolve any deficiencies prior to in-service operations.
- Transported critically ill and injured patients to nearest medical center, using advanced life support equipment as needed.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
- Took patient health histories and asked questions to determine cause of illness or injury.
Senior Coordinator, Critical Incident Manage Team
Nassau County Police Department
Mineola, NY
09.2005 - 01.2025
- Among the 5% of departmental members trained in responding to critical incidents, either on-going or post incident, to provide peer support for the first responders who were impacted by a critical incident.
- Held the title of Senior Coordinator and mentored junior coordinators, fostered growth and team cohesion within the department while acting as a liaison within the department's mental health office.
- Attended specialized training to perform in a 'train-the-trainer" capacity to ensure regular training sessions for the members on the Critical Incident Stress Team (known as the Nassau County Police Department Peer Support Team).
- Dispatched and coordinated team members to respond to any given location for the purpose of defusing and providing Peer Support.
- Conducted sessions for responders in need of Peer Support.
Master Instructor Nassau County Police Academy
Nassau County Police Department
Mineola, NY
09.2001 - 04.2013
- Certified as a Master Instructor for the New York State Division of Criminal Justice System, thereby certifying me to teach any topic related to Police Operations.
- As a Certified Master Instructor I trained other law enforcement officials to be trainers.
- Created and taught lesson plan development for various topics relating to law enforcement and medical operations.
- Taught Nassau County Police Recruits as a Police Academy Instructor, thereby assisting them to pass and be credentialed as New York State Certified First Responders.
Supervisor for Nassau County Police Medics
Nassau County Police Department (NCPD)
Mineola, NY
11.1994 - 01.2025
- Supervised daily operations of 30 subordinates per shift for the Nassau County Police Department's Emergency Ambulance Bureau.
- Investigated civilian complaints lodged against subordinates and composed reports of legal findings.
- Ensured adherence to NCPD's Departmental Rules and Regulations, New York State Advanced Life Saving Protocols and Occupational Safety and Health Regulations.
- Performed inspections on the fleet of ambulances for the purpose of monitoring compliance with the New York State Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, thus ensuring the presence and functionality of the mandatory stock and treatment modalities.
- Operated as Incident Commander on various Mass Casualty Incidents (MCI's) such as: structure fires, active shooters, barricades with and without hostages, etc.
- Oversaw daily operations of the Police Medics, ensuring smooth workflow, completion of paperwork, maintaining their post, and timely completion of tasks.
- Collaborated and performed as a liaison with other departments on scene of an event.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Acted as a Desk Officer overseeing all necessary shift paperwork, managing the fleet's performance and replacement of vehicles when mechanical issues arise, among other duties.
Founder/President of Fraternal Organization AOJC
Nassau County Police Department
Mineola, NY
09.2020 - 01.2025
- Founder of the first Christian Fraternal Organization in the history of the Nassau County Police Department's Fraternal Organizations, known as the Ambassadors of Jesus Christ (AOJC).
- Held the office as President of the organization until retirement.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Ashford University
San Diego, CAEmergency Medical Technician Critical Care - Emergency Medicine
Nassau County Fire Police Academy
Nassau University Medical Center, East Meadow, NYBachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ashford University
San Diego, CATimeline
Founder/President of Fraternal Organization AOJC
Nassau County Police Department
09.2020 - 01.2025
Senior Coordinator, Critical Incident Manage Team
Nassau County Police Department
09.2005 - 01.2025
Master Instructor Nassau County Police Academy
Nassau County Police Department
09.2001 - 04.2013
Police Medic
Nassau County Police Department
11.1994 - 05.2018
Supervisor for Nassau County Police Medics
Nassau County Police Department (NCPD)
11.1994 - 01.2025
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Ashford University
Emergency Medical Technician Critical Care - Emergency Medicine
Nassau County Fire Police Academy
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ashford University