Participated in active shooter and domestic terrorism response trainings for school and community organizations
Created an OSHA training program for non-suppression personnel
Obtained OSHA 10 Hour Certification
Updated the Continuity of Operation Plans for the Northwest Fire District to align with the Emergency Operations Plan of Pima County to help facilitate a continuance of services during county wide emergencies.
Worked collaboratively with the Chief of Health and Safety as a program administrator for OSHA compliance using the computer based training platform Vector Solutions
Researched and compiled a list of common carcinogens associated with firefighting operations for the creation of a carcinogen reduction program
Assisted in document preparation and data analysis for agency CFAI accreditation
Paramedic
Northwest Fire District
01.1997 - Current
Provided pre-hospital emergency and non-emergency services and healthcare according to HIPPA laws and the Arizona Revised Statutes
Developed excellent customer service skills while displaying empathy and understanding to customer problems during emergency and non-emergency services
Coordinated and directed team members during emergency and non-emergency patient care activities
Prepared detailed and accurate medical incident reports using the ImageTrend software program
Meticulously maintained and organized medical equipment inventory for both trucks and stations
Functioned as a mentor/preceptor for paramedic students and new paramedics
Protected life and property by performing firefighting activities and emergency medical services
Facilitated in-house training classes and practical skills solutions
Health Educator
University of Arizona
02.2021 - 11.2021
Instructed public education training/classes to community members of all ages
Taught emergency medical technician classes
Created lesson plans following the University of Arizona and National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician standards
Utilized Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel to create visual aids, instructional materials and progress tracking
Mentor/preceptor EMT students
Tactical Emergency Medical Support Paramedic
Pima County Regional SWAT Team
01.2004 - 01.2006
Provided emergency and non-emergency medical care to tactical operators and county residents during law enforcement operations
Provided contingency planning for the emergency evacuation and treatment of patients in hostile environments
Collected, documented and monitored the health history of tactical operators on the team
Provided EMS training for tactical operators
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Science, Public Health Education
Brigham Young University-Idaho
01.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic
Pima Community College
01.2014
Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic - undefined
01.2003
Skills
Service oriented
Adaptable
Accomplishments
Developed a mentorship program for newly certified paramedics in the Northwest Fire District.
Assisted in the development of a carcinogen exposure reduction program for suppression personnel of the Northwest Fire District
Awards
2018-Firefighter Commendation Award, 2010-Certificate of Commendation for exceptional EMS service, 2003-Distinguished New Paramedic Northwest Medical Center Prehospital Program, 2003-Arizon Emergency Medicine Research Center Creative Contribution Award, 2001-NWFD Firefighter of the Year
Certification
ACLS
PALS
BLS CPR
OSHA 10 hour
Community Service
Participated in scouting programs for youth at the Cub Scout and Boy Scouts as both a leader and merit badge counselor
Timeline
Health Educator
University of Arizona
02.2021 - 11.2021
Tactical Emergency Medical Support Paramedic
Pima County Regional SWAT Team
01.2004 - 01.2006
Paramedic
Northwest Fire District
01.1997 - Current
Health and Safety Internship
Northwest Fire District
Bachelor of Science - Health Science, Public Health Education
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic
Pima Community College
Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic - undefined