Tavi Ishmael
Aurora,IL
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Currently enrolled in NFPA CFI-I class, using the 2021 NFPA Code set.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ERT-Paramedic
Cook County Health Hospital Systems
01.2015 - Current
- Triaged injuries and illnesses by communicating with patients, bystanders and corrections officers on scene.
- Developed and maintained rapport with Department of Corrections staff, nursing staff, and others to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside Department of Corrections staff, nursing staff, and Mental Health staff.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) under pressure.
- Conducted equipment checks and restocks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Contracted Firefighter/Paramedic
Paramedic Services of Illinois Inc.
09.2006 - 07.2014
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Assisted with regular maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements, and incoming personnel.
Education
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - Legal Studies
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement And Public Administration
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL- Fire Service
Illinois Fire Service Institute
Champaign, IL- Emergency Services
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, ILSkills
- Emergency management
- Reporting and documentation
- Critical decision-making skills
- Safety protocols
- Document drafting
- Community education
- Relationship building and management
- Equipment evaluation
Certification
- State Paramedic License IL (2006).
- OSHA 10 Construction (2019).
- Certified Fire Inspector I (Expected Jan. 27, 2025).
Timeline
ERT-Paramedic
Cook County Health Hospital Systems
01.2015 - Current
Contracted Firefighter/Paramedic
Paramedic Services of Illinois Inc.
09.2006 - 07.2014
- State Paramedic License IL (2006).
- OSHA 10 Construction (2019).
- Certified Fire Inspector I (Expected Jan. 27, 2025).
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - Legal Studies
College of DuPage
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement And Public Administration
Western Illinois University
- Fire Service
Illinois Fire Service Institute
- Emergency Services
College of DuPage
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