NICHOLAS WACHOWIAK
Stevens Point
Summary
Former Healthcare Specialist for the U.S. Army Reserves, with experience in first aid, communication with others, and providing healthcare and safety to patients. Currently a student at UW-Stevens Point, a laboratory technician for the university's groundwater lab, and state certified as a firefighter and EMT as well.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technician
Water and Environmental Analysis Lab
03.2024 - Current
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, conductivity meter, and autoclave.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Stockton Fire Department
03.2023 - Current
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Attended public events regarding fire safety, education, and also assisted in traffic control for parades.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
Healthcare Specialist
The US Army Reserves, US Army Reserve Center
02.2019 - 11.2023
- Trained in how to provide basic first aid to injured people.
- Taught how to be disciplined, think quickly, and clean to perfection.
- Communicated with other soldiers to clean our barracks, and leave it in good standing.
- Prior deployment to Qatar from May 2022, to February 2023, where I gave first aid and medical care to refugees fleeing Afghanistan. I accumulated approximately 1200 hours of patient care experience.
- Built trust and rapport with prospective patients to understand treatment needs and determine appropriate level of care.
- Dealt with and found solutions to medical problems that patients were experiencing.
- Administered medication, bandaged wounds and handled medical devices to aid patients in achieving recovery objectives.
General Food Service Employee
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
03.2020 - 04.2022
- Offered customer service to diners.
- Assisted with cleaning work environment and providing safe to eat food products to consume.
- Managed inventory and rotated food products in storage to avoid spoilage and waste.
- Adhered to company food, safety, quality and sanitation policies.
Education
Firefighting
Mid State Technical College-Wisconsin Rapids
12.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Wildlife Ecology And Biology
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
High School Diploma -
Stevens Point Area Senior High School
Stevens Point, WI05.2018
Skills
- Organizational
- Detail oriented
- Critical thinking
- Extensive first aid knowledge
- Capable of handling stressful situations
- Physically fit and able to lift heavy objects and work for long periods of time
- Equipment Maintenance
- Fire Suppression Tactics
Accomplishments
- Given a commendation during my deployment for successfully administering an IV for a patient having a cardiac emergency.
- Successfully completed the Norwegian Foot March during my deployment where I participated in a ruck march where I marched 18.5 miles while, showing high endurance and tenacity.
Education and Training
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Timeline
Laboratory Technician
Water and Environmental Analysis Lab
03.2024 - Current
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
Stockton Fire Department
03.2023 - Current
General Food Service Employee
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
03.2020 - 04.2022
Healthcare Specialist
The US Army Reserves, US Army Reserve Center
02.2019 - 11.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Wildlife Ecology And Biology
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
High School Diploma -
Stevens Point Area Senior High School
Firefighting
Mid State Technical College-Wisconsin Rapids
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