Nicholas Adams

Respond to calls involving hazardous materials incidents, rescue operations or medical emergencies as needed.

Assisted with the selection and implementation of NEIRS and ePCR reporting software.

Created and monitor QA/QI process for assuring timely and correct documentation of patient care reports across the department.

Demonstrate leadership by constantly making improvements to work processes and procedures.

Ensure the prompt and proper completion of required reports. Oversee daily shift operations and scheduling of the shift.

Attend leadership courses and conferences in order to best serve the employees under my command.

Ensure safe response and arrival of crew and apparatus to emergency and non-emergency scenes.

Manage inventory levels for equipment and supplies needed for medical operations and coordinate restocking of supplies and equipment.

Researched and budgeted for additional medical equipment to better serve the district.

Conduct regular safety inspections of buildings to identify any potential hazards.

Coordinate training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics and emergency medical response.

• Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
• Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
• Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
• Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
• Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
• Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
• Treated patients suffering from a variety of illnesses and injuries.
• Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
• Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
• Assessed scene on arrival to identify potential safety issues and hazards affecting first responders.
• Explained steps of treatment to conscious patients to reduce fear and invoke calm.
• Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
• Documented care provided to patients into reports for submission.

• Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
• Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
• Checked SCBA equipment after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
• Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
• Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
• Participated in on-call schedule to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends or holidays.
• Employed systematic search and rescue procedures and location and excavation devices to safely locate and evacuate victims.
• Maintained tools and fire vehicles, contributing to rapid response capability.
• Demonstrated strong knowledge of industry equipment.
• Kept station in peak working order by inspecting facilities, equipment and personnel.
• Promptly responded to incidents and demobilized water tenders and fire engines.

• Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
• Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
• Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
• Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
• Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
• Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents and other emergency situations.
• Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs and other relevant information.
• Demonstrated strong knowledge of industry equipment.

• Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
• Answered emergency situations and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims and prevent escalation.
• Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
• Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
• Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents and other emergency situations.
• Maintained operations compliance with FAA, TSA and airport regulations.
• Responded to emergent situations regarding flight operations or medical issues to quickly identify concerns, provide support and transport personnel and passengers away from critical scenes.
• Conducted inspections of airport property and perimeter.