Patrick Brunelli
Kerrville
Summary
I am an experienced emergency medical services professional with 15 years in the field, including 12 years as a paramedic. For the past two years, I have worked part-time as a flight paramedic with Air Evac 48 in Kerrville. For the last five years, I have held a supervisory role, emphasizing teamwork and adaptability to ensure effective emergency response.
In 2023, I was honored to be named EMS Person of the Year for Kerrville Fire. In 2025, I served as the EMS Lieutenant during the floods, collaborating with state officials at the reunification center and EOC. I led the Whole Blood initiative for Kerrville Fire and, in coordination with our Medical Director, implemented new Clinical Operating Guidelines, the Handtevy system, and a Schedule 2 narcotic tracking system. My contributions helped our organization earn the title of EMS Provider of the Year in 2025.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Firefighter Paramedic
Kerrville Fire Department
03.2016 - Current
- Respond to dispatched emergency assignments quickly and safely.
- Promoted team effort when working with dispatch center, external public safety agencies and health care providers.
- Demonstrated high standards of performance, including teamwork, communication and compassion.
- Performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Responded to fire, Medical and rescue calls.
- Operated engines, rescue truck, and ambulance in a safe manner
- Responded to emergency calls, providing rapid assessment and action in high-pressure situations.
- Mentored junior firefighters, fostering skill development and promoting adherence to safety protocols.
EMS Lieutenant
Kerrville Fire Department
11.2024 - 10.2025
- Supervised EMS personnel during emergency response operations, ensuring adherence to protocols and safety standards.
- Coordinated training programs for staff on advanced life support techniques and emergency medical procedures.
- Managed incident scene logistics, optimizing resource allocation to enhance response times and efficiency.
- Developed and implemented operational guidelines in coordination with the medical director, improving consistency in patient care across all shifts.
- Evaluated performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and develop targeted intervention plans.
- Contributed to regional discussions regarding emergency medical services coordination and resource allocation, representing the needs of the local community and department effectively.
- Oversaw recruitment, orientation and performance evaluations of employees.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
- Managed the quality assurance and quality improvement of patient care reports.
EMS Supervisor
Kerrville Fire Department
05.2020 - 11.2024
- Supervised daily operations of emergency medical services, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Coordinated training programs for new paramedics, enhancing team readiness and response times.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends and implement corrective actions for service improvement.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities, including purchasing equipment, maintaining inventory levels, and forecasting future needs.
- Monitored medical and emotional needs of victims of acute illness or injury with goal of reducing mortality and morbidity.
- Provided and directed Advanced Life Support to ill and injured people utilizing basic and advanced abilities and techniques.
Flight Paramedic
AirEvac
10.2020 - 07.2022
- Responded to dispatched emergency assignments quickly and safely.
- Provide Critical Care Transport in both Interfacility and Scene flights
- Inspected the preflight checks, medical supplies and equipment during down time.
- Demonstrated high standards of performance, including teamwork, communication, and compassion.
- Continuously train in medical treatments and equipment to insure a positive outcome for all patients.
- Administer advanced life support and critical care procedures during air transport.
- Collaborate with flight crew to ensure safe patient transfers and operational efficiency.
Paramedic
SouthernCross Ambulance
10.2010 - 03.2016
- Responded to dispatched emergency assignments quickly and safely.
- Promoted team effort when working with dispatch center, external public safety agencies and health care providers.
- Inspected the vehicle, medical supplies and equipment during down time.
- Demonstrated high standards of performance, including teamwork, communication and compassion.
- Performed basic and advanced patient assessments
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting quickly to new technology or equipment changes within the critical care setting, maintaining proficiency in utilizing these tools for improved patient outcomes.
- Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities including continuing education courses related to critical care.
Education
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX05-2025
Skills
- Structural firefighting
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Medical equipment usage
- Emergency scene management
- Vehicle extrication
- Emergency medical treatment
- Leadership and supervision
- Emergency management
- Fire pump operation
- Relationship building and management
- Critical incident stress management
- Incident command system
- Administration and management
- EMS expertise
Certification
- TDSHS Paramedic : 717998
- TDSHS EMS Instructor: 177129
- TCFP Fire fighter Intermediate 2144696964
- TCFP Instructor: 168320
- Driver Operator
Accomplishments
2023 Kerrville EMS Person of the Year.
Training
- Emergency Vehicle Response Safety Program
- Safe Practices for Traffic Incident Responders
- Emergency Vehicle Driver Training
- Emergency Services UTV/ATV Safety
- HazMat - 2016 Emergency Response Guide training
- Incident Safety Officer - (NFA)
- Strategy and Tactics for Initial Company Operations
- NIMS 100
- NIMS 200
- NIMS 300
- NIMS 400
- NIMS 700
- NIMS 800
- Engaged Leaders - Foundation for the Future
- Leadership In Supervision: Growth-Thinking-Success
- Group and Individual Crisis Intervention
- Critical Care training through Air Evac
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
"Dare to reach our your hand into the darkness, to pull another hand into the light."
Norman B. Rice
Timeline
EMS Lieutenant
Kerrville Fire Department
11.2024 - 10.2025
Flight Paramedic
AirEvac
10.2020 - 07.2022
EMS Supervisor
Kerrville Fire Department
05.2020 - 11.2024
Firefighter Paramedic
Kerrville Fire Department
03.2016 - Current
Paramedic
SouthernCross Ambulance
10.2010 - 03.2016
Associate of Science - Paramedicine
San Antonio College