Nicolaus Smith
Winchester,VA
Summary
Professional emergency response specialist with experience in fire suppression, rescue operations, and hazardous material handling. Strong focus on teamwork, ensuring safety, and achieving operational goals. Reliable and adaptable with skills in emergency medical response, incident command, and community education. Known for effective communication, physical stamina, and quick decision-making.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter / Paramedic
Loudoun County Fire and Rescue
Virginia
10.2018 - Current
- Deliver Advanced Life Support (ALS) to patients experiencing medical emergencies and traumatic injuries in dynamic, high-pressure environments.
- Completed comprehensive electronic patient care reports meeting legal, medical, and regulatory standards with strict HIPAA compliance.
- Produced clear, accurate medical documentation to ensure continuity of care and support quality assurance and legal compliance.
- Collaborate with firefighters, paramedics, emergency physicians, nurses, dispatch personnel, law enforcement, and other public safety agencies during routine operations and large-scale incidents.
- Adapt quickly to rapidly changing situations while managing multiple priorities and maintaining composure under pressure.
- Complete comprehensive electronic patient care reports that meet legal, medical, and regulatory standards while maintaining strict HIPAA compliance.
- Produce clear, accurate, and detailed medical documentation to support continuity of care, quality assurance, legal compliance, and reimbursement processes.
- Review documentation for completeness, accuracy, and continuity before submission, ensuring high-quality patient records.
- Mentored and supported newer personnel through daily training and clinical discussions, fostering teamwork and continuous improvement.
Product Assembler
Lowes Home Improvment
Ruckersville, VA
2016 - 2018
- Assembled a wide variety of products, including grills, lawn equipment, patio furniture, wheelbarrows, bicycles, and display merchandise according to manufacturer specifications and company quality standards.
- Performed detailed inspections to verify products were correctly assembled, safe for customer use, and free of defects prior to placement on the sales floor.
- Managed multiple assembly projects simultaneously while consistently meeting production deadlines and maintaining a high standard of workmanship.
- Collaborated with department managers and store associates to prioritize workload, respond to changing business needs, and ensure timely product availability.
- Maintained accurate inventory of assembly parts, tools, and supplies while organizing work areas to promote efficiency and workplace safety.
- Troubleshot assembly issues by interpreting technical manuals and manufacturer instructions to resolve problems independently.
- Assisted customers by answering questions regarding assembled products and providing basic product information when needed.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment in accordance with company policies and OSHA guidelines.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail, time management, accountability, and teamwork while working in a fast-paced retail environment.
Sales Associate
Plow & Hearth
Madison, VA
2014 - 2018
- Delivered exceptional customer service by assisting customers with product selection, purchases, returns, and order inquiries in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Processed sales transactions accurately while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail.
- Processed sales transactions with accuracy, ensuring professionalism and attention to detail.
- Resolved customer concerns and complaints efficiently while maintaining company service standards and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members and store leadership to meet daily operational goals and sales objectives.
- Maintained accurate product displays, inventory organization, and merchandise presentation throughout the sales floor.
- Utilized point-of-sale (POS) systems and computer software to process transactions, access customer information, and document service interactions.
- Balanced multiple priorities to deliver courteous and efficient service in person and over the phone.
- Demonstrated strong communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and organizational skills in a customer-focused environment.
Education
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY2026
Landscape Architecture
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA2018
High School Diploma -
Madison County High School
Madison2016
Skills
- Electronic Patient Care Reporting (ePCR)
- Emergency Response Coordination
- Incident Command System (ICS)
- Medical Documentation & Record Review
- Clinical Documentation Accuracy
- HIPAA Compliance
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR/EHR)
- Quality assurance
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Acrobat
- Zoom
- Medical Documentation Software
- Effective communication
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and reliability
- Critical decision-making
- Safety and accountability
Certification
- National Registry Paramedic (NRP)
- Virginia Paramedic Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR)
- EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course
- Firefighter I
- Firefighter II
- Hazardous Materials Operations (HazMat Ops)
- FEMA IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800
- Driver/Operator – Pumper
Timeline
Firefighter / Paramedic
Loudoun County Fire and Rescue
10.2018 - Current
Product Assembler
Lowes Home Improvment
2016 - 2018
Sales Associate
Plow & Hearth
2014 - 2018
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
Eastern Kentucky University
Landscape Architecture
University of Virginia
High School Diploma -
Madison County High School