Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Firefighter / EMT-Basic, Driver / Engineer

Years in Fire/EMS:

5

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

City of Raleigh Fire Department

Years With Department/Agency

5 years

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.raleigh-nc.org/fire/index.htm

My Training:

EMT NC Certification, Firefighter I and II

About Me:

A single mother who's ambitions are inspired by her son. I am stationed at Station 1, located in Downtown Raleigh. It is the busiest station in the city. I am currently single. In my spare time I love to spend time with my son, cook and volunteer with his school, church or fire department events.

Day Job:

Mother and Firefighter

Relationship Status:

Divorced

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

To set and achieve a high physical and mental goal for myself to make me stronger and provide an example for my son.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Comraderie and spiritual fulfillment

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Manpower and physical fitness