Howard J Nelson
Cordova
Summary
Dynamic Fire Fighter/Paramedic with extensive experience at Memphis Fire Department, excelling in emergency response and leadership. Proven ability to save lives through critical medical interventions and effective firefighting strategies. Skilled in hazardous materials handling and fostering teamwork, while enhancing operational efficiency and safety protocols within the department.
Professional, experienced emergency services worker prepared for this role. Proven ability to perform under pressure, ensuring safety and swift response in critical situations. Strong team collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and focused on achieving results. Skilled in fire suppression, rescue operations, and emergency medical response, with reliable and resilient personality.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Fighter/Paramedic
Memphis Fire Department
10.2018 - Current
- Maintained strong knowledge of firefighting principles and suppression methods, which enabled proper decision-making in emergency situations.
- Mentored new firefighters by sharing knowledge and experience, fostering a supportive learning environment for professional development.
- Increased firefighter skill levels by providing ongoing training sessions on new equipment use, rescue techniques, and hazardous materials handling.
- Saved lives and protected property by swiftly executing firefighting techniques during numerous incidents.
- Provided critical medical assistance to injured individuals at incident scenes utilizing CPR certification and basic EMT skills when necessary.
- Maintained optimal fire station conditions by overseeing daily equipment checks, facility repairs, and inventory management tasks.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the fire department by adhering to established protocols in both routine activities and emergency situations.
- Reduced fire hazards within the community by conducting thorough building inspections and recommending preventive measures.
FireFighter/AEMT
Rockdale County Fire Department
01.2015 - 12.2017
- 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.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Utilized technical expertise in operating specialized firefighting equipment such as aerial ladders, hydraulic extrication tools, and thermal imaging cameras.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fairley High School
Memphis, TN05-2011
Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Structural firefighting strategies
- Decision-making under pressure
- Hazardous materials handling
- Emergency response
- Fire prevention education
- Fire apparatus operation
- Personal protective equipment
- Fire suppression
- Rope rescue techniques
- Fire behavior analysis
- Incident command system
- Vehicle extrication techniques
- Confined space entry
- Regulation enforcement
- Continuous learning attitude
- Critical thinking
- Public relations
- Problem-solving capacity
- Emergency medical services
- Victim stabilization
- First aid and CPR
- Fire prevention
- Fire safety
- Leadership and supervision
- Report preparation
- Firefighting
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Rescue equipment use
- Fire alarm response
- Hose connections
- Fire response rescue direction
- Firefighting activities
- Fire control
- Fire department maintenance
- Hazard prevention
- Public safety and security
- Emergency medical treatment
- Fire regulations expertise
- Medical response
- Emergency response procedures
- Fire pump operation
- Patient care documentation
- Medical services administration
- Crisis communications
- Medication administration
- Medical team collaboration
- Trauma assessments
- Triaging
- Staff performance evaluation
- Medical equipment usage
- EMS expertise
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Paramedic
- BLS,ACLS,PALS Certified
- First Aid Certification
- OSHA Certified
Timeline
Fire Fighter/Paramedic
Memphis Fire Department
10.2018 - Current
FireFighter/AEMT
Rockdale County Fire Department
01.2015 - 12.2017
High School Diploma -
Fairley High School
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