Jody McKibben

54, Female

Jersey Shore, PA

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization: Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Job Function: EMT - Basic
Years in Fire/EMS:: 20
Primary Fire/EMS Department:: DuBoistown Fire Department, PA
Years With Department/Agency: 5
Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations: Larry's Creek Volunteer Fire Co.
Antes Fort Volunteer Fire Co.
My Training:: EMT, Vehicle Rescue Tech, Farm Medic, Ropes 1, Trench Rescue, oh and assorted others to many to list
About Me:: I have been an EMT for 19 years and a Rescue Tech for just as long. I am good at what I do, and care about the people I help. 80% of our job is compassion, 10% is technique and the other 10% is self preservation from the 20% that don't deserve the compassion.
Day Job:: Stay at home mom/paramedic student
Relationship Status:: In a Relationship
Why I Joined Fire/EMS: I joined because I like helping people, there is a story but to long to discuss, ask I'll tell you. I enjoy the friends I've made and the people who say thank you along the way.
Why I Love Fire/EMS: Helping People.
Top Issues Facing Responders:: Current training demands keeping fresh volunteers from joining.