ADAM BURRESS
Bartlett
Summary
Seasoned Firefighter/Paramedic with a robust background at City Of Memphis and Methodist Healthcare, adept in structural firefighting and patient care. Excelled in high-stress situations, demonstrating unparalleled stress tolerance and resilience. Proven track record in training recruits and efficiently managing emergency scenes, significantly enhancing team readiness and emergency response outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/Paramedic
City Of Memphis
01.2008 - 11.2022
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- FTO Field Training Officer for newly hired Firefight/Paramedics
EMT/Paramedic
Methodist Healthcare
10.2006 - 04.2010
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- EKG's, started IV's, IV blood draws for lab testing, placing foley catheters and collecting urine for lab testing, transporting patients inside the hospital for imaging such as X-rays, Catscans, MRI, and to the floor for extended stays.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for effective emergencies inside the Emergency Room
Education
Aircraft Maintenance
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Memphis, TN12-2024
EMT/Paramedic
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Memphis, TN08-2007
GED -
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Memphis, TN07-2000
Skills
- Structural firefighting
- First aid certified
- Fire safety
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Training new recruits and paramedics
- Managing Fire/EMS scenes for required resources
- Talking on the radio to other companies involved and dispatch for available resources
- Patient care and transporting of patients to emergeny rooms within the city limits or Trauma centers
Certification
Licensed Paramedic in the state of Tennessee since 2007
Firefighter I and II certifications through the state of Tennessee
Hazmat Certification
Airframe and Powerplant certification since January 2025
Life saving awards in 2011 and 2012 from the city of Memphis
I was assigned to Engine 21/EU7 A shift and in 2011 and 2012 my engine company was awarded the Company of the Year 2 years in a row. I also was awarded life saving medals those 2 years for patients that were involved in cardiac arrest where we used all advanced life saving measures and the patients lived with no significant injuries.
Timeline
Firefighter/Paramedic
City Of Memphis
01.2008 - 11.2022
EMT/Paramedic
Methodist Healthcare
10.2006 - 04.2010
Aircraft Maintenance
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
EMT/Paramedic
Southwest Tennessee Community College
GED -
Southwest Tennessee Community College
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