Type of Organization

Combination Fire Rescue Department, EMS/Rescue Squad - Volunteer

Job Function

EMT - Paramedic (or Other ALS)

Years in Fire/EMS:

32

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Oconomowoc

My Training:

Firefighter, EMT-I, Rescue diver, Tactical Medic, Hostage Negotiator, Registered Nurse, Haz/Mat Specialist.

About Me:

I had to retire due to my neck and back problems. I did produce an album of songs about the fire service that you can see at endofwatch.us. I still serve as a medic for a local S.W.A.T. team , but those days are numbered. I did work at the F.F. shelters at Katrina and Rita. There I saw the true brotherhood of our calling.

Day Job:

Registered Nurse at a Juvenile Corrections facilityh

Relationship Status:

Divorced

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

The show "Emergency" and our local fire service had just taken over the ambulance service

Why I Love Fire/EMS

it was my family

Top Issues Facing Responders:

safety, budget cut backs, keeping up on training