NICHOLAS RIPORTELLA
Independence,OR
Summary
Dedicated firefighting and EMS professional with a strong history of delivering outstanding customer service and safeguarding life and property. Proven leadership abilities in prioritizing safety and enhancing operational efficiency, aiming for a permanent full-time Lieutenant position with Corvallis Fire Department.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMS INSTRUCTOR
Chemeketa Community College
11.2022 - Current
- Design and implement training for students in the classroom setting and in skill laboratories
- Teach students how to communicate with patients, families, and healthcare teams in high-stress situations
FIREFIGHTER PARAMEDIC
Corvallis Fire Department
05.2022 - Current
- Responds to fire incidents, medical emergencies, and other calls to protect life and property
- Participates in fire prevention, training, and station and equipment maintenance activities
- Function as a field training paramedic, AIC Engineer, AIC Lieutenant, and instructor
ENGINEER / ADVANCED EMT
Seal Rock Rural Fire Protection District
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Hired as Firefighter was promoted to Engineer September 2021, and left serving as a Duty Officer
- Managed incidents as the incident commander and functioned as the EMS Coordinator
- Respond to all risk emergencies with the goal of protecting lives, property and the environment
FIREFIGHTER / ADVANCED EMT
Warm Springs Fire & Safety
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Operated as an engineer on a rotating schedule.
- I acted in the capacity of lieutenant before my resignation.
- Maintained knowledge of all hazard safety guidelines, firefighting techniques, response requirements, teamwork, and quality assurance procedures.
FIREFIGHTER / ADVANCED EMT
USFS, Tahoe National Forest, Truckee Ranger District
05.2019 - 10.2019
- Routinely trained for all hazard responses such as vegetation fires, vehicle fires, structure fires, medical aids and traffic collisions
- Responded quickly and effectively to control, contain and extinguish vegetation fires by constructing handline and deploying hose packs
VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER / ADVANCED EMT
Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Provided emergency services for Washoe County including all hazard responses such as medical aids, vegetation fires, and structure fires
- Participated in weekly trainings to ensure we are working at the highest level of determination for the public
FIREFIGHTER/ EMT-B
Sundance Fire Suppression
02.2017 - 10.2018
- Assessed conditions and responded quickly to contain fires and ensure community safety
- Maintained continuous professional development and education under adverse conditions
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Chemeketa Community College
06-2022
B.S. - Fire Service Administration
Eastern Oregon University
Certification
NFPA/DPSST: Company Officer 1, Firefighter 1, Firefighter 2, Driver/Pumper, Fire Instructor 1, Mobile Water Supply, Aerial Operator, FD Company Inspector, CFD Officer Development Program
NFPA/DPSST Engine Boss, Incident Commander Type 5, Firefighter Type 1 (S-131-/S-133), Wildland Fire Apparatus, Firefighter Type 2 (S-110, L-180, S-190, S-130), S-290, S-212 (Class B Faller), S-211
NREMT/OR Paramedic, AHA CPR, ACLS, PALS, PHTLS
ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-300, ICS-400, ICS-700, ICS-800, AWR160
NFPA/DPSST Confined Space Rescue Operations, Hazmat Operations, Rope Rescue Operations, Deck Hand Operations
Timeline
EMS INSTRUCTOR
Chemeketa Community College
11.2022 - Current
FIREFIGHTER PARAMEDIC
Corvallis Fire Department
05.2022 - Current
ENGINEER / ADVANCED EMT
Seal Rock Rural Fire Protection District
07.2021 - 05.2022
FIREFIGHTER / ADVANCED EMT
Warm Springs Fire & Safety
10.2020 - 07.2021
FIREFIGHTER / ADVANCED EMT
USFS, Tahoe National Forest, Truckee Ranger District
05.2019 - 10.2019
VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER / ADVANCED EMT
Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District
09.2018 - 10.2019
FIREFIGHTER/ EMT-B
Sundance Fire Suppression
02.2017 - 10.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Chemeketa Community College
B.S. - Fire Service Administration
Eastern Oregon University
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