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Sean Sulton

Smithtown,NY

Summary

Proactive Firefighter Emergency Medical Technician possessing excellent critical thinking and strategic planning abilities. Safety-conscious, accurate, hardworking, and resourceful professional committed to saving lives and property. Proficient at quickly addressing the medical needs of victims. Certified Hazardous Material Technician and Surface Ice Rescue Technician. Qualified ambulance and Rescue truck driver for Smithtown Fire Department. Member of Smithtown Fire Departments training committee. Currently attending college for an Associate of Applied Science in Fire Protection Technology.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

FDNY - EMT

FDNY - City Of New York
Brooklyn, NY
03.2021 - Current
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Quickly recognized patient needs based on conditions
  • Experienced user of HealthEMS - EPCR
  • Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
  • Restocked ambulance with proper equipment to maintain optimum inventory.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.

Volunteer Firefighter & Emergency Medical Tech

Smithtown Fire Department
Smithtown, United States
12.2018 - Current
  • Training committee member which entails assisting with training of probies and training members on the driving simulator for ambulances and main line apparatus
  • Qualified ambulance driver
  • Qualified fire apparatus chauffer
  • Experienced user of ESO Solutions EPCR
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services
  • Inspected apparatus and equipment
  • Executed well-informed critical decision making in high-pressure situations
  • Assessed situation severity of emergent medical incidents and provided care accordingly
  • Monitored patient status during ambulance transport and transfer
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation
  • Demonstrated strong commitment to quality care through continuous training and development

Emergency Medical Technician-Basic

Village Of Lindenhurst, Lindenhurst Fire Dept.
Lindenhurst, NY
04.2020 - Current
  • Administered basic life support to patients at scene, en route to hospital and pre-hospital settings
  • Document patient care in SCM - EPCR
  • Executed well-informed critical decision making in high-pressure situations
  • Monitored and maintained general condition of ambulance and cleaned and stocked for optimal call response
  • Remained up to date with current standards of care, equipment functions and certifications, licenses and registrations
  • Protected self and others to prevent risk of communicable diseases and comply with safety regulations and procedures
  • Completed and submitted field care report and daily part 800 checklist

Emergency Medical Technician-Basic

Smithtown Fire District
Smithtown, NY
12.2020 - Current
  • Administered basic life support to patients at scene, en route to hospital and pre-hospital settings
  • Document patient care with ESO-EPCR
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation
  • Cleaning apparatus
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs
  • Restocked ambulance with proper equipment

Emergency Medical Technician-Basic

Selden Fire District
Selden, NY
07.2020 - 03.2021
  • Restocked ambulance with proper equipment to maintain optimum inventory.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care
  • Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
  • Administered basic life support to patients at scene, en route to hospital and pre-hospital settings.
  • Determined medical and safety requirements at emergency scene by assessing medical status of ill or injured persons.
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
  • Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.

Emergency Medical Technician

Emergency Ambulance Service
Bohemia, NY
03.2019 - 05.2019
  • Lead Emergency Medical Technician
  • Securely transferred patients from emergency site using stretchers, continuing emergency care while en route to medical facility
  • Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit
  • Documented all call in reports detailing type of incident and course of treatment
  • Collaborated with team members and other first responders, ensuring consistent communication to maintain order and efficient care delivery
  • Monitored and replenished ambulance supplies, maintaining well-stocked inventory and properly functioning equipment

Campground Worker (p/t Seasonal)

RIP Van Winkle Campground
Saugerties, NY
04.2017 - 10.2017
  • Computer graphic work for signs, etc
  • Registration of visitors
  • Cashier
  • Stocked store
  • Unloaded truck deliveries
  • Campground maintenance (interior & exterior)

Undercover Purchaser (temporary Position)

New York State Department Of Health
Smithtown, United States
03.2017 - 06.2017
  • Worked undercover to try and purchase tobacco products underage to help identify which stores were not following proper practices of asking customers for age identification when trying to buy multiple types of tobacco products

Education

High School Diploma -

Smithtown High School West
Smithtown, NY
06.2018

Emergency Medical Technician - Basic - NYSDOH -

Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY
12.2018

Certificate in Fire Protection Technology - Fire Protection Technology

Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY
05.2020

Associate of Science - Fire Protection Technology

Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY
12.2022

RIT Under Fire H.O.T.8.0 HRS -

FDIC International
Indianapolis, IN
08.2021

Flashover & Modern Fire Behavior Training H.O.T. -

FDIC International
Indianapolis, IN
08.2021

Live Fire:The Six Skills For Successful VEIS H.O.T -

FDIC International
Indianapolis, IN
08.2021

Engine Company Operations -

Suffolk County Fire Academy
Yaphank
11.2020

Apparatus Operator - Pump -

NYSDHSES
Yaphank
11.2020

Ladder Company Operations -

The University of The State of New York
Yaphank, NY
09.2021

Firefighter 1 - NYSDHSES -

Suffolk County Fire Academy
Yaphank, NY
06.2019

Firefighter 2 - NYSDHSES -

Suffolk County Fire Academy
Yaphank, NY
10.2020

Introduction To Fire Officer -

Suffolk County Fire Academy
Yaphank, NY
10.2020

Fire Officer 1 -

Suffolk County Fire Academy
Yaphank, NY
11.2021

Certified Hazardous Materials First Responder Op -

New York State
NY
07.2020

Certified Hazardous Material Technician -

New York State
NY
07.2020

Hazardous Materials Operations -

Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY
12.2018

Hazardous Materials Technician -

Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY
05.2019

Hazmat First Responder Operations NYSDHSES -

Suffolk County Fire Academy
Yaphank, NY
06.2019

Heavy Rescue - NYSDHSES -

Suffolk County Fire Academy
Yaphank, NY
11.2019

Heavy Rescue 2 - NYSDHSES -

Suffolk County Fire Academy
Yaphank, NY
06.2020

Rapid Intervention Team - NYSDHSES -

Suffolk County Fire Academy
Yaphank, NY
03.2020

Elevator Rescue -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation
Setauket, NY
11.2019

Rescue Tech/Confined Space Technician -

NYSDHSES - Suffolk County Fire Academy
Yaphank
04.2022

Trench Rescue Awareness Level - NYSDHSES -

Suffolk County Fire Academy
Yaphank, NY
01.2020

Confined Space Awareness & Safety - NYSDHSES -

Suffolk County Fire Academy
Yaphank, NY
02.2020

Medium Level Structural Collapse Concepts -

NYSDHSES - Suffolk County Fire Academy
Yaphank, NY
05.2022

Basic Structual Collapse Operations -

NYSDHS - Suffolk County Fire Academy
Yaphank
02.2022

Surface Ice Rescue Technician -

Lifeguard Systems
Bayport, NY
01.2019

Surface Ice Rescue Technician Level 2 -

Lifeguard Systems
Bayport, NY
02.2022

Boating License -

BoatU.S. Foundation
Selden, NY
03.2020

First-In Officers' Responsibilities (Live Fire) -

New York State Association of Fire Chiefs
Syracuse, NY
06.2022

Hoarder Fires (Live Fire Program) -

New York State Association of Fire Chiefs
Syracuse, NY
06.2022

Truck Company:Saw Work And Roof Ops (Live Fire) -

New York State Association of Fire Chiefs
Syracuse, NY
06.2022

Principles of Instruction -

NYSDHSES - Suffolk County Fire Academy
Yaphank
03.2022

Incident Safety Officer -

Suffolk County Fire Academy
Yaphank
11.2020

Man Vs Machine -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation
Yaphank, NY
11.2021

Commercial Fire Operations (Live Fire) -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation
Yaphank, NY
11.2021

Residential Fire Operations (Live Fire) -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation
Yaphank, NY
11.2021

Ladder Company OPS (w/Live Fire Station) -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation
Yaphank, NY
11.2021

Introduction To Hazardous Materials -

Emergency Management Institute - FEMA
Online
09.2018

ICS-100 Introduction To Incident Command System -

Emergency Management Institute - FEMA
Online
09.2018

ICS-200-ICS For Single And Initial Action Incident -

Emergency Management Institute - FEMA
Online
09.2018

Introduction To National Incident Management System -

Emergency Management Institute - FEMA
Online
09.2018

IS-00800.c National Response Framework, An Intro -

Emergency Management Institute - FEMA
Online
04.2020

Apparatus Purchasing Seminar -

NYS Emergency Vehicle Response
Smithtown Fire Department
06.2019

Emergency Vehicle Operations: Part 1 - FDNY -

New York State Vital Signs Virtual Conference 2020
Online
10.2020

Emergency Vehicle Operations: Part 2 - FDNY -

New York State Vital Signs Virtual Conference 2020
Online
10.2020

Reversing Opioid Overdose - Training For EMS -

NYSDOH AIDS Institute
Online
09.2018

Bleeding Control Basic V. 1.0 Program -

American College of Surgeons
Stony Brook, NY
06.2017

Class 6, Abdominal Geni-Real, GI, Hematology -

Emergency Medical Services Suffolk County
Nesconset Fire Department
01.2020

Class 7, Pediatrics, OB, Neonate, Geriatrics -

Emergency Medical Services Suffolk County
Nesconset Fire Department
02.2020

Bloodborne Pathogens -

CAPCE - CentreLearn
Online
02.2020

BLS 12 Lead Acquisition And Transmission -

Emergency Medical Services Suffolk County NY
Lindenhurst Fire Department
07.2020

Saving Kids Safely (VVSC) -

New York State Vital Signs Virtual Conference 2020
Online
10.2020

Coping With Burnout Using Behavioral Activation -

New York State Vital Signs Virtual Conference 2020
Online
10.2020

Weight And Repositioning (VVSC) -

New York State Vital Signs Virtual Conference 2020
Online
10.2020

VSA Neurology -

New York State Vital Signs EMS Academy
Oline
11.2020

The Return of Cocaine -

New York State Vital Signs EMS Academy
Onlinle
11.2020

Fluid Resuscitation -

New York State Vital Signs EMS Academy
Online
11.2020

Medical Considerations For Technical Rescue -

New York State Vital Signs EMS Academy
Online
11.2020

Lecture: Aggressive Command -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation
Yaphank, NY
11.2021

Lec:Light Frame Con, Fire Ops, NY/NJ Truss ID Laws -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation
Yaphank, NY
11.2021

Lec:The Engine Co Officer -Firehouse To Fire Floor -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation
Yaphank, NY
11.2021

Lec:Truck Co Operations With Or Without A Truck Co -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation
Yaphank, NY
11.2021

Keynote Speaker -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation
Yaphank, NY
11.2021

Skills

  • Experienced user of HealthEMS - EPCR
  • Experienced user of ESO - EPCR
  • Experienced user of SCM - EPCR
  • Qualified ambulance driver
  • Qualified chauffer of fire apparatus
  • BLS - CPAP Qualified
  • Critical decision-making skills
  • Emergency response and assessment
  • Rescue equipment proficiency
  • Quick learner
  • BLS - 12 Lead certified - Lifepak and Zoll
  • Emergency medical treatment
  • Patient assessments
  • Firefighting
  • Fire safety regulations knowledge
  • Emergency Response Skills

Explorer Post Experience

Smithtown Fire Department Explorer Post 420
March 4, 2016 - December 10, 2018
Rank: Ex-Captain
Suffolk County Police Department Explorer Post 410
November 12, 2015 - February 13, 2020
Rank: 2nd Lieutenant

Academies

U.S. Customs & Border Protection National Law Enforcement Explorer Leadership Academy
Washington D.C. - July 23 - 29, 2017

Suffolk County Youth Police Academy

Brentwood, NY - July 18 - 22, 2016

FBI Teen Academy
New York City - July 5 - 8 2016

Awards

Smithtown Fire Department - Rescue Co 9

2020 Irving Kleet Firefighter of The Year Award

Smithtown Fire Department - Fire Medic Co. 6

2019 Associate Member of The Year Award

Town of Smithtown
Proclamation for EMS Citation - February 7, 2020

Smithtown Fire Chiefs Council

EMS Citation Award - December 24, 2019

Smithtown Fire Chiefs Council

EMS Citation Award - December 10, 2019

Suffolk County Legislature's Distinguished Youth Award

Awarded the Gold Medal - July 19, 2019

Suffolk County Police Explorer Post 410 Awards Brunch

Awarded the Exceptional Service Award - January 6, 2019

Firemen's Association of The State of New York

Gerard J. Buckenmeyer FASNY Volunteer Scholarship 2018

Smithtown Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary

SFD Ladies Auxiliary Scholarship - June 30, 2018

Suffolk County Police Department Post 410 Awards Brunch

Awarded Explorer of the Year 2017 - April 8, 2018

Police Reserve of Suffolk County Awards Dinner

Awarded the Explorer Achievement Award - October 24, 2017

*Numerous other awards; award resume available upon request*

Civil Service Lists

Suffolk County - Emergency Services Dispatcher l

Suffolk County - Fire House Attendant

Suffolk County - Radio Dispatcher

Suffolk County - Emergency Medical Technician - Basic

Suffolk County - Firefighter

FDNY EMS Paramedic Promotional

New York City Police Department - currently age deferred

Nassau County Police

Timeline

FDNY - EMT

FDNY - City Of New York
03.2021 - Current

Emergency Medical Technician-Basic

Smithtown Fire District
12.2020 - Current

Emergency Medical Technician-Basic

Selden Fire District
07.2020 - 03.2021

Emergency Medical Technician-Basic

Village Of Lindenhurst, Lindenhurst Fire Dept.
04.2020 - Current

Emergency Medical Technician

Emergency Ambulance Service
03.2019 - 05.2019

Volunteer Firefighter & Emergency Medical Tech

Smithtown Fire Department
12.2018 - Current

Campground Worker (p/t Seasonal)

RIP Van Winkle Campground
04.2017 - 10.2017

Undercover Purchaser (temporary Position)

New York State Department Of Health
03.2017 - 06.2017

High School Diploma -

Smithtown High School West

Emergency Medical Technician - Basic - NYSDOH -

Suffolk County Community College

Certificate in Fire Protection Technology - Fire Protection Technology

Suffolk County Community College

Associate of Science - Fire Protection Technology

Suffolk County Community College

RIT Under Fire H.O.T.8.0 HRS -

FDIC International

Flashover & Modern Fire Behavior Training H.O.T. -

FDIC International

Live Fire:The Six Skills For Successful VEIS H.O.T -

FDIC International

Engine Company Operations -

Suffolk County Fire Academy

Apparatus Operator - Pump -

NYSDHSES

Ladder Company Operations -

The University of The State of New York

Firefighter 1 - NYSDHSES -

Suffolk County Fire Academy

Firefighter 2 - NYSDHSES -

Suffolk County Fire Academy

Introduction To Fire Officer -

Suffolk County Fire Academy

Fire Officer 1 -

Suffolk County Fire Academy

Certified Hazardous Materials First Responder Op -

New York State

Certified Hazardous Material Technician -

New York State

Hazardous Materials Operations -

Suffolk County Community College

Hazardous Materials Technician -

Suffolk County Community College

Hazmat First Responder Operations NYSDHSES -

Suffolk County Fire Academy

Heavy Rescue - NYSDHSES -

Suffolk County Fire Academy

Heavy Rescue 2 - NYSDHSES -

Suffolk County Fire Academy

Rapid Intervention Team - NYSDHSES -

Suffolk County Fire Academy

Elevator Rescue -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation

Rescue Tech/Confined Space Technician -

NYSDHSES - Suffolk County Fire Academy

Trench Rescue Awareness Level - NYSDHSES -

Suffolk County Fire Academy

Confined Space Awareness & Safety - NYSDHSES -

Suffolk County Fire Academy

Medium Level Structural Collapse Concepts -

NYSDHSES - Suffolk County Fire Academy

Basic Structual Collapse Operations -

NYSDHS - Suffolk County Fire Academy

Surface Ice Rescue Technician -

Lifeguard Systems

Surface Ice Rescue Technician Level 2 -

Lifeguard Systems

Boating License -

BoatU.S. Foundation

First-In Officers' Responsibilities (Live Fire) -

New York State Association of Fire Chiefs

Hoarder Fires (Live Fire Program) -

New York State Association of Fire Chiefs

Truck Company:Saw Work And Roof Ops (Live Fire) -

New York State Association of Fire Chiefs

Principles of Instruction -

NYSDHSES - Suffolk County Fire Academy

Incident Safety Officer -

Suffolk County Fire Academy

Man Vs Machine -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation

Commercial Fire Operations (Live Fire) -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation

Residential Fire Operations (Live Fire) -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation

Ladder Company OPS (w/Live Fire Station) -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation

Introduction To Hazardous Materials -

Emergency Management Institute - FEMA

ICS-100 Introduction To Incident Command System -

Emergency Management Institute - FEMA

ICS-200-ICS For Single And Initial Action Incident -

Emergency Management Institute - FEMA

Introduction To National Incident Management System -

Emergency Management Institute - FEMA

IS-00800.c National Response Framework, An Intro -

Emergency Management Institute - FEMA

Apparatus Purchasing Seminar -

NYS Emergency Vehicle Response

Emergency Vehicle Operations: Part 1 - FDNY -

New York State Vital Signs Virtual Conference 2020

Emergency Vehicle Operations: Part 2 - FDNY -

New York State Vital Signs Virtual Conference 2020

Reversing Opioid Overdose - Training For EMS -

NYSDOH AIDS Institute

Bleeding Control Basic V. 1.0 Program -

American College of Surgeons

Class 6, Abdominal Geni-Real, GI, Hematology -

Emergency Medical Services Suffolk County

Class 7, Pediatrics, OB, Neonate, Geriatrics -

Emergency Medical Services Suffolk County

Bloodborne Pathogens -

CAPCE - CentreLearn

BLS 12 Lead Acquisition And Transmission -

Emergency Medical Services Suffolk County NY

Saving Kids Safely (VVSC) -

New York State Vital Signs Virtual Conference 2020

Coping With Burnout Using Behavioral Activation -

New York State Vital Signs Virtual Conference 2020

Weight And Repositioning (VVSC) -

New York State Vital Signs Virtual Conference 2020

VSA Neurology -

New York State Vital Signs EMS Academy

The Return of Cocaine -

New York State Vital Signs EMS Academy

Fluid Resuscitation -

New York State Vital Signs EMS Academy

Medical Considerations For Technical Rescue -

New York State Vital Signs EMS Academy

Lecture: Aggressive Command -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation

Lec:Light Frame Con, Fire Ops, NY/NJ Truss ID Laws -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation

Lec:The Engine Co Officer -Firehouse To Fire Floor -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation

Lec:Truck Co Operations With Or Without A Truck Co -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation

Keynote Speaker -

Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation
Sean Sulton