Pasquale Tarantino
Bowling Green,KY
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional firefighter with extensive experience at Owensboro Fire Department. Proven expertise in emergency medical response and fire suppression techniques, complemented by strong leadership skills. Successfully trained recruits and enhanced team performance through effective collaboration and innovative training programs, ensuring safety and operational excellence in high-pressure situations.
Professional with proven experience in emergency response and fire safety operations. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability to changing conditions, and achieving results in high-pressure situations. Skilled in firefighting techniques, emergency medical response, and hazard assessment. Reliable and resilient with strong sense of duty and commitment to public safety.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Firefighter
Owensboro Fire Department
09.2024 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls, providing quick assessment and intervention in fire-related incidents.
- Conducted routine inspections of fire equipment, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted in training new recruits on firefighting techniques and safety protocols to enhance team performance.
- Collaborated with team members during drills, improving response times and coordination under pressure.
Instructor
State Fire Rescue Training Area 4
01.2024 - Current
- Developed and delivered engaging training programs for fire rescue personnel.
- Facilitated hands-on exercises to enhance practical skills in emergency response techniques.
- Adapted instructional methods to meet diverse learning needs of participants effectively.
- Maintained accurate records of trainee progress and certification status for compliance purposes.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
Firefighter
Chalybeate Volunteer Fire Department
03.2016 - Current
- Learned safety protocols and emergency response procedures.
- Assisted in maintenance of firefighting equipment and tools.
- Supported team during community outreach programs on fire safety.
- Adapted to high-pressure situations while responding to emergencies.
- Engaged in physical training to enhance fitness for demanding tasks.
EMT-Basic
Hart County EMS
07.2022 - 09.2024
- Trained new EMT personnel on protocols and safety procedures.
- Maintained vehicle and medical equipment readiness through regular inspections.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, ensuring timely interventions for patients.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
EMT-Basic
Franklin-Simpson County Ambulance Service
06.2020 - 04.2023
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Operated advanced life support equipment during critical situations.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to assess patient conditions effectively.
- Documented patient assessments and treatment plans accurately for continuity of care.
Education
Edmonson County High School
Brownsville, KY05.2019
Skills
- Emergency vehicle driving
- Personal protective equipment
- Technical rescue operations
- Search and rescue techniques
- Physical fitness maintenance
- Hazardous materials handling
- Fire suppression techniques
- Fireground communications
- Forcible entry techniques
- Incident command system
- Emergency medical response
- Fire behavior analysis
- Fire prevention strategies
- Public education programs
- Ventilation practices
- Fire hydraulics
- Firefighter survival techniques
- First aid and CPR
- Leadership and supervision
- Patient care documentation
- Emergency management
- Public speaking
Certification
- EVOC - Emergency Vehicle Operators Course
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
- IFSAC FF1
- IFSAC FF2
- IFSAC INSTRUCTOR 1
- IFSAC HMA
- IFSAC HMO
- KY-150
- KY-300
- NAEMSE EMT INSTRUCTOR
- NREMT
Timeline
Professional Firefighter
Owensboro Fire Department
09.2024 - Current
Instructor
State Fire Rescue Training Area 4
01.2024 - Current
EMT-Basic
Hart County EMS
07.2022 - 09.2024
EMT-Basic
Franklin-Simpson County Ambulance Service
06.2020 - 04.2023
Firefighter
Chalybeate Volunteer Fire Department
03.2016 - Current
Edmonson County High School
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