Firefightersmom

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
EMS/Rescue Squad/Hospital EMS - Paid
Job Function
EMT - Paramedic (or Other ALS)
Years in Fire/EMS:
25
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
Hattiesburg/Wiggins MS
Years With Department/Agency
15
Dept. Web Site:
http://aaaambulance.net
My Training:
NREMT-B for 10 years before getting my NREMT-P. I have been with the same company for the past 15 years.
About Me:
As I have said before I have been in EMS for the past 25 years. I have seen many changes--some for the better but some of them we could definately do without. EMS took on a different and better light for me when my son became a firefighter 2 years ago. He works in the same town as I do and it has been fun watching him grow as a firefighter and to also run calls with him. He is now taking EMT classes and should graduate in Dec. He also works part-time with the same ambulance service as I do so having his EMT license will be an added bonus.
Relationship Status:
Single
Facebook or Other Online Profile:
http://www.myspace.com/MarilynnMallet
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
The usual response of wanting to help people when sick or injured goes for me too but I also like the unpredictability of the profession. Each and every call has something unique about it and that makes things interesting--sometimes too interesting.
Why I Love Fire/EMS
I actually make a difference in some people's lives.
Top Issues Facing Responders:
I feel like the biggest issue is the pay. EMS/Firefighter personnel works long hours--many under adverse conditions--for a lot less than the average person is making And these people are not even making life and death decisions or being put in harms way. I have also seen an increase over the years of EMS abuse. Why is it that people call EMS for every little thing. A 4 day history of nausea or 3 day history of hand pain in most cases does not constitute needing an ambulance-- especially at 3 or 4 o'clock in the morning. Go POV to see your private MD in the morning. I guess you can tell this is my soapbox.

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  • dcltsc2

    just wanted to say hi STAY SAFE GOD BLESS

    Dec 13, 2007

  • Miguel Palmieri

    Thanks for listing me as a friend! Have a great 2008 & be safe!

    Jan 8, 2008

  • JASON

    HEY!!!! Marrlynn its jason just found your page

    Jan 10, 2008