Firefighter/Paramedic

• Oct 2016 - Present

Laboratory Coordinator/Teaching Assistant

• Feb 2014 - Present

This position is responsible for instruction in Emergency Medical Services at the college level. This includes developing a relevant and progressive curriculum, designing and implementing effective learning strategies and environments, delivering instruction of high quality, assessing student learning, advising students, and participating in college service activities at the department, division and college levels. Essential Duties: - Responsible for facilitating student learning in the EMS program including but not limited to the following courses: First Responder, EMT-Basic, Advance EMT,and Paramedic. - Develop & plan appropriate instructional strategies - Assist and advise students who have problems with assignments, tests, grades, course content, career concerns, and other academic matters. - Evaluate student performance and provide regular feedback in courses taught by the instructor. - Develop and maintain curriculum in a variety of non-traditional formats to meet student delivery needs in collaboration with department/ division staff - Function without direct supervision in a team environment with the ability to support a cohesive department atmosphere. - Assist students in developing work experience assignments i.e. clinical affiliations, field assignments, team projects, etc. - Design and implement strategies to engage students in the learning process. - Attend advisory meetings; participate in appropriate staff development activities such as diversity awareness, technology training, etc. - Skill in communications and human relations with populations having diverse socio-economic and racial backgrounds. - Skill in oral and written communication. - Ability to interact with business, industry, other educational institutions, and government agencies to establish partnerships. - Knowledge of and experience in coursework and teaching in specific areas such as: First Responder, EMT-Basic, Intermediate Technician, EMT Intermediate, and Paramedic. Show less

Paramedic, NR - LTE

• Oct 2014 - Oct 2016

Firefighter/Paramedic, NR/Fire Inspector/Public Education

• May 2014 - Oct 2016

Work as a team member in a firefighter crew as a Hazardous Materials Operations and Awareness/State of Wisconsin Firefighter Certified 2 Professional performing the following, and not limited to duties within NFPA, OSHA, state, local and departmental standard operating procedures: •Maintaining situational awareness for safety of self, crew, and bystanders under emergency conditions •Performing pre-don checks, properly donning and doffing PPE and SCBA •Performing scene size-up; understanding building construction, reading smoke conditions, and vehicle fire and extrication operations •Selecting, using and maintaining fire service ladders, ropes, knots, small tools and equipment •Executing forcible entry into structures and/or vehicles •Understanding, selecting, using and maintaining the appropriate tools and equipment for firefighting, search & rescue, and extrication •Performing safe search & rescue operations •Utilizing proper ventilation equipment and techniques •Executing interior and exterior fire attacks, vehicle fire attack, and fire attack operations for wildland firefighting •Operating radio and telephone communications in emergency and non-emergency situations •Salvaging and overhaul on the fire ground •Protecting evidence at a fire scene •Maintaining and keeping fire hose, equipment and apparatus in a state of readiness •Selecting and using the appropriate fire extinguisher for the conditions •Educating the public on fire awareness and fire prevention •Using the DOT ERG for addressing emergencies with hazardous materials •Assists emergency medical crews including; patient basic life support, lift, packaging, and transport Other duties include: •Attending and performing while on duty, daily, and/or monthly drill skills and classroom training •Give station tours Participate in station cleanliness •Use written and oral reporting skills •Demonstrate computer usage skills Fire Inspections/Pub Ed All EMS duties as seen in Ryan Brothers description. Show less

Paramedic, NR

• May 2013 - May 2014

Responding to emergency and non-emergency calls; Administering basic and advanced life support to patients at the scene, en route to the hospital, and in a pre-hospital setting, in accordance with WI Statewide Treatment Protocols, federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards; Assessing the nature and extent of injury or illness to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed; Rescuing and extricating victims of accidents, sudden illness or entrapment using proper rescue and medical techniques; Treating patients at the scene, en route to the hospital, and in a pre-hospital setting, in accordance with federal, state, local, laws, regulations, and standards; Communicating with professional medical personnel and treatment facilities to obtain instructions regarding further treatment and/or to arrange reception of patients to the appropriate center; maintaining order at scenes, including crowd disbursement and restraint of family and friends; Completing patient care forms, insurance forms, evaluation forms, and all other forms in a competent and timely fashion; Preform all job responsibilities in a manner that protects patient privacy; Possess and apply knowledge and skills necessary to preform the duties of a driver of ambulance equipment; Perform routine tasks in and around the ambulance service building; Meet all physcial demands of the position Show less

Firefighter - Paid-On-Premise

• Apr 2011 - May 2014

Verona Firefighter Duties Work as a team member in a firefighter crew as a Hazardous Materials Operations and Awareness/State of Wisconsin Firefighter Certified 2 Professional performing the following, and not limited to duties within NFPA, OSHA, state, local and departmental standard operating procedures: •Maintaining situational awareness for safety of self, crew, and bystanders under emergency conditions •Performing pre-don checks, properly donning and doffing PPE and SCBA •Performing scene size-up; understanding building construction, reading smoke conditions, and vehicle fire and extrication operations •Selecting, using and maintaining fire service ladders, ropes, knots, small tools and equipment •Executing forcible entry into structures and/or vehicles •Understanding, selecting, using and maintaining the appropriate tools and equipment for firefighting, search & rescue, and extrication •Performing safe search & rescue operations •Utilizing proper ventilation equipment and techniques •Executing interior and exterior fire attacks, vehicle fire attack, and fire attack operations for wildland firefighting •Operating radio and telephone communications in emergency and non-emergency situations •Salvaging and overhaul on the fire ground •Protecting evidence at a fire scene •Maintaining and keeping fire hose, equipment and apparatus in a state of readiness •Selecting and using the appropriate fire extinguisher for the conditions •Educating the public on fire awareness and fire prevention •Using the DOT ERG for addressing emergencies with hazardous materials •Assists emergency medical crews including; patient basic life support, lift, packaging, and transport Other duties include: •Attending and performing while on duty, daily, and/or monthly drill skills and classroom training •Give station tours Participate in station cleanliness •Use written and oral reporting skills •Demonstrate computer usage skills Show less

Emergency Medical Tech-B - Volunteer

• Sep 2010 - May 2014

Waunakee EMT-Basic Duties Work as a team member in a 3-4 person crew performing as a Nationally Registered and State Licensed EMT-B which includes, and is not limited to, the following duties: •Maintaining situational awareness for safety of self, crew, patient and bystanders •Gathering, analyzing and processing scene and patient management information •Performing patient assessments and providing best pre-hospital treatment of patient with vital sign base lining and trending, assisting/administering medication and managing airway per local protocols •Recording and documentation of all patient care •Safely lifting, moving and transporting patient •Available to drive the ambulance as a Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO-certified) Other duties include: •Ensuring ambulance, equipment and supplies are stocked and in a state of readiness •Continuing classroom education and skills maintenance through attendance of department and outside monthly training meetings Achieved EMS certifications: •Emergency Medical Technician – Basic •CEVO 3 – Ambulance Show less

Firefighter - Paid-on-Call

• Jun 2010 - May 2014

Middleton Firefighter Duties Work as a team member in a firefighter crew as a Hazardous Materials Operations and Awareness/State of Wisconsin Firefighter Certified 2 Professional performing the following, and not limited to duties within NFPA, OSHA, state, local and departmental standard operating procedures: •Maintaining situational awareness for safety of self, crew, and bystanders under emergency conditions •Performing pre-don checks, properly donning and doffing PPE and SCBA •Performing scene size-up; understanding building construction, reading smoke conditions, and vehicle fire and extrication operations •Selecting, using and maintaining fire service ladders, ropes, knots, small tools and equipment •Executing forcible entry into structures and/or vehicles •Understanding, selecting, using and maintaining the appropriate tools and equipment for firefighting, search & rescue, and extrication •Performing safe search & rescue operations •Utilizing proper ventilation equipment and techniques •Executing interior and exterior fire attacks, vehicle fire attack, and fire attack operations for wildland firefighting •Operating radio and telephone communications in emergency and non-emergency situations •Salvaging and overhaul on the fire ground •Protecting evidence at a fire scene •Maintaining and keeping fire hose, equipment and apparatus in a state of readiness •Selecting and using the appropriate fire extinguisher for the conditions •Educating the public on fire awareness and fire prevention •Using the DOT ERG for addressing emergencies with hazardous materials •Assists emergency medical crews including; patient basic life support, lift, packaging, and transport Other duties include: •Attending twice monthly drill skills and classroom training •Give station tours •Participate in station cleanliness •Use written and oral reporting skills •Demonstrate computer usage skills Show less

Project Manager

• Jul 2002 - May 2010

J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. Project Manager Duties •Managed multiple multi-million dollar project simultaneously •Lead and managed project teams of all sizes •Performed project bidding, and subcontractor scope analysis •Executed project material procurement •Worked as a team member to establish project budgets, and responsible to maintain and control all aspects of project costs •Pre-planning, and working with project Superintendent on overall and interval project scheduling •Estimated, cost controlled budgets, and managed self-performed work for concrete, masonry, steel, drywall, and carpentry •Wrote, reviewed and managed subcontractor contracts, purchase orders, invoices and material supply agreements •Conducted regular project site visits, and actively participate and promote project site safety •Proficient in the use of computers and computer software programs including and not limited to Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Power Point and various scheduling software programs. •Regular use of presentation skills •Functioned as a team player, demonstrated professionalism, integrity, honesty, and excellent work ethics in all aspects of job roll and performance •Accountable, and responsible for project team performance •Participated in performance review for self, and provided performance feedback to team members •Used critical thinking, analysis, and problem solving skills daily •Planned, organized, and facilitated meetings •Daily engaged in oral, written, and general communication skills •Mentored, and trained subordinates for career development Show less

Field Office Coordinator/Training

• Jun 2000 - Jul 2002

DPR Construction, Inc. Training Coordinator/Field Office Coordinator Duties •Assisted team members with budget and cost code input and updating •Assisted with subcontractor and purchase order writing, assembly, distribution and tracking to execution •Proficient in building plan reading •Managed all project files including; incoming and out-going project documents such as building plan updates, architect addenda and subcontractor submittals •Lead project closeout process, assisted in project site set up and removal logistics •Facilitated and participated in daily safety meetings, and new hire orientations •Directed all incoming calls, and managed all project site visitors, ensuring all safety standards were being followed before allowing site access •OSHA 10 Hour trained •Highly organized and multi-task oriented as required to work on different projects at different sites simultaneously •Coordinated, planned, scheduled and facilitated 3 day Best Practice conferences for companywide training •Developed in-house employee training and mentoring programs at a per office level (17 offices across the country) •Work in close collaboration with other in-house Training Coordinators in developing companywide employee training curriculum •Using computer software track, update and maintain training calendar Show less