Julia Heltemes

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
EMS/Rescue Squad/Hospital EMS - Paid
Job Function
EMT - Basic, Other Emergency Services Staff
Years in Fire/EMS:
12 Non active at this point
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
None currently
Years With Department/Agency
12
My Training:
EMT-B, HIV-AIDS Instructor, CPR Instructor Bachelors Degree in Biology.
About Me:
Single Mom of two grown boys (men) , artist (watercolors mostly), supervisor in Human Genetics for Hospital rich in research, Grandma of one precious little girl, Mother-In-Law of a wonderful young woman from Latvia who we are desperately trying to get accepted into the US., avid reader music enthusiast, Christian.
Day Job:
Supervisor in Human Genetics Lab
Relationship Status:
Divorced
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
After leaving a City Council meeting one night a member of the FD was there to show off the new defibs the department had just purchased. I asked if they needed volunteers he said sure, I applied, it then turned to a paid position and I wouldn't trade a minute of it. Iloved the challenge of the runs, serving the community and meeting the friends and wonderful people I was blessed enough to meet.
Top Issues Facing Responders:
Safety, respect both outside and inside departments, politics, drama.

Comment Wall:

  • Fireyladd - Retired Chief Sharp

    Julia, welcome to the Nation. I am glad you dropped in to join the Group. Your contribution and involvement here is important to us all. Dont be shy just jump in anywhere to get your feet wet. You will get out of this site what you put into it. Lots to do, read and become involved with here. Have fun and be safe.

    Chief William Sharp
    Southern Oregon Coast

    Mar 18, 2009

  • Allen Howard

    Hey there. Welcome to Firefighter Nation. It's a pretty cool website, so be sure to look around some. Stay safe out there.

    Mar 18, 2009

  • Kelly Joe Aylor

    Yes, I know Ryan, he works for me. He is a good kid. Everything is good here, both of my kids are in college. Christy is in school in New York City this semester. She graduates this year. Kelsey is finishing up her first year. Got >3 years to go before I retire. I'll probably work a little longer.

    Hope things are going good for you.

    Mar 19, 2009