Donnie Bathje

54, Male

Sarasota

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Combination Fire Rescue Department
Job Function
Captain, EMT - Paramedic (or Other ALS)
Years in Fire/EMS:
23
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
North River Fire District Palmetto, Florida
Years With Department/Agency
10
My Training:
Florida State Certified Paramedic, Fire Officer One, Firefighter, Live Fire Instructor. A.S. Fire Science
Day Job:
Lead Fire Academy Instructor as well as EMT/Paramedic Instructor
Relationship Status:
In a Relationship
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
The desire to help others in a time of need. Honest and admirable career. Satisfaction of accomplishments throughout life.
Why I Love Fire/EMS
People saying THANKS
Top Issues Facing Responders:
Staffing and honest benifits

Comment Wall:

  • Brenda

    Hi Donnie. Thanks for the welcome.

    Dec 2, 2007

  • JERMAINE

    THANX
    MY ADDRESS IS:
    J. WATSON
    106 BEVERLY STREET
    ST. ALBANS, WV 25177

    Dec 16, 2007

  • chris

    thanks for the friend and comment hope you and yours have a very happy holidays and stay safe

    Dec 17, 2007

  • JERMAINE

    send me your address and i will mail your path to u: thanx

    Dec 17, 2007

  • Trish

    Just wanted to say hey...Hope you have a great night...

    Dec 29, 2007

  • Jessica

    thanks. you too! =]

    Dec 31, 2007

  • GIO

    It looks like you're right as far as having many things in common. Just keep in mind that Puerto Rican are very handy with a knife. I'm also married to an awesome Coquita. Caught a good fire this AM. second alarm townhouse. Just getting off and heading to the office.

    be safe,
    gio

    Jan 4, 2008

  • Lorri

    Hey, keep safe, thanks for the welcome friend....

    Jan 4, 2008

  • GIO

    No part time gig, I'm the Deputy Fire Marshal full time. I ride out with the guys regularly to keep from becoming a complete admin man. We have a real cool Dept. with lots of toys so I get to do all kinds of neat things. later

    Jan 5, 2008

  • Marie

    thanks for the warm welcome!

    stay safe!

    Jan 5, 2008

  • Marie

    thanks for the add!!

    how bad is national registry for emt-i in actuality? I take the practical portion this coming friday, and the written soon as well

    stay safe,

    ~Marie

    Jan 6, 2008

  • Marie

    I think so..... ill just make sure i check EVERYTHING and talk A LOT explaining every little thing

    Jan 6, 2008

  • Marie

    awesome, thanks for the advise! .... i'm one of the overachievers that way over-prepares for everything so hopefully all will go well

    Jan 6, 2008

  • Marie

    thanks! we have two eight hour reiew sessions this week (tomarrow and tuesday) ...my schools really into making sure it has a very high pass rate...so i'll let you know if I still have any questions after that :)


    ~Marie

    Jan 6, 2008

  • DowP

    Any got more fire video clip to share please?

    Jan 6, 2008

  • Chelsea L. Worden

    Thank you, you do the same :o)

    Jan 7, 2008

  • GIO

    Donnie,

    It's been a little slow today. If you're asking about snow...Here in Miami, snow has a completely different meaning. Our snow is usually snorted, if you can make an angel is because you are mega rich.

    gio

    Jan 8, 2008

  • GIO

    Pues amigo, the beer will be cold and waiting. I work 4/10 hour days with mondays off. That's the official schedule but it seems more like a 7/24. Not complaining, just stating the fact. As with all of us that followed the calling into this lifestyle, I wouldn't have it any other way. I have been assigned to the fire marshal's office for almost 3 years now and have been implementing major changes in both business practices and technologies to increase efficiencies in inspections and compliance in code enforcement. We are currently in preparation for a go live implementation of a new software application on monday and the days have been brutally long so as to have everything in place.

    hasta luego amigo,
    gio

    Jan 9, 2008

  • Jennifer

    Yay! Donnie congrats!!!!! stay safe !

    Jan 18, 2008

  • Firegal77

    yea, that is the plan, though I may not be involved with the planning every year..lol who knows though!! Ahhhhh..lol Am just hoping to make it to Aussie 2010! Stay safe! We'll be in touch

    Jan 19, 2008

  • Mick Mayers

    Congratulations on your promotion!

    Jan 21, 2008

  • Detroit Fire Angel

    Thanks for the wonderful comment ...Its take special people to do what you do . God Bless you my new friend and keep you safe .... The Detroit Fire Angel ..
    DEE

    Jan 27, 2008

  • Denise

    Your offer sounds intriguing, thank you. I like to write poety myself. I have them posted on myspace, so maybe I should post them here as well..

    Feb 25, 2008