Nolan O'Melia
Centerville,MA
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience as a Patrol Officer and K-9 Handler at Barnstable Police Department. Proven integrity and critical thinking skills in high-pressure situations, effectively managing emergencies and ensuring community safety. Recognized for teamwork and investigative abilities, enhancing operational efficiency and patient care in collaboration with emergency services.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patrol Officer / K-9 Handler
Barnstable Police Department
Hyannis, MA
09.2014 - Current
- Respond to a wide range of emergency and life-safety incidents, including medical calls, motor vehicle crashes, assaults, and critical incidents.
- Conducted routine patrols to deter criminal activity and provide community support.
- Provide immediate medical care, CPR, bleeding control, and first responder support prior to EMS arrival.
- Utilize the K-9 to help locate suspects, conduct building searches, track fleeing or missing/ endangered individuals. Use the K-9 to clear dangerous areas and provide backup in high-risk situations. Assist in locating discarded evidence or contraband.
- Demonstrated ability to work extended shifts, nights, and adverse conditions while maintaining professionalism and safety.
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Cataldo Ambulance
Somerville, MA
01.2011 - 08.2014
- Responded to high-volume 911 medical emergencies in urban environments including Somerville, Chelsea, and Lynn.
- Delivered pre-hospital emergency patient care including on-scene and continued assessment, medication delivery and interventions within my scope of practice, trauma care, CPR and medical transport.
- Provide non-emergent medical transport as well as coverage at large scale venues for events and or concerts.
- Worked closely with fire departments, police, and hospitals to ensure seamless patient care and scene management.
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
UMass Lowell EMS
Lowell, MA
04.2010 - 05.2012
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in critical situations.
- Promoted to Supervisor during Summer of 2011 and was responsible for scheduling, overseeing crews on the road as well as additional supervisor responsibilities.
- Mentored and trained new EMTs on protocols and best practices in emergency response.
- Worked closely with multiple additional agencies throughout the city (UMass Lowell PD, Lowell PD, Lowell FD, Trinity EMS, Lowell General Hospital Paramedics).
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
California Coast University
Santa Ana, CABachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Lowell, MA05-2012
Skills
- Integrity and honesty
- Effective stress management
- Investigative skills
- Critical thinking
- Documentation
- Team-oriented collaboration
Accomplishments
- 6 Life Saving Awards
- Meritorious Conduct Award
- 5 Commendations/ Unit Citations
- 36 Letter's of Appreciation/ Letter's of Recognition
Certification
- Massachusetts EMT-Basic #885685, 2010
- FEMA ICS-100/ICS-100LE/ICS-200/IS-700, 2010
- MPTC Plymouth Basic Training Course for Police Officers, 2015
- Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC), 2016
- MPTC CPR/ First Responder Instructor, 2017
- Stop The Bleed Instructor, 2018
- Basic Patrol K-9 School Certification, 2020
- Law Enforcement Active Shooter Emergency Response, 2021
- PTAC (Patrol Tactics Instructor Certification Course), 2022
- Rescue Task Force/ Active Shooter Training, 2023
- Law Enforcement Advanced Causality Care (LEACC), 2024
Timeline
Patrol Officer / K-9 Handler
Barnstable Police Department
09.2014 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Cataldo Ambulance
01.2011 - 08.2014
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
UMass Lowell EMS
04.2010 - 05.2012
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
California Coast University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Massachusetts, Lowell