Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Firefighter / Paramedic (or Other ALS)

Years in Fire/EMS:

9

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Goshen Fire Dist

Years With Department/Agency

5.5 yrs prev, returned appx 1 yr ago after 2 yrs on ambulance.

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Siuslaw Valley Fire/Rescue - 1 yr (Feb 2001 til March 2002)
Mercy Flights ambulance-2 yrs

My Training:

EMT-Intermediate
ACLS
CPR-AHA
PALS
Haz mat first responder
Firefighter
Wildland S130, S190, S131
EVOC (for rescues and ambulances)

About Me:

I love to scout, hunt and fish... that is when I have the time between working, school and hanging at the fire dept. I draw, paint and write fiction. Lately I love to take my dog (Kenzie Dogg) and maybe my BF (If he is lucky) scouting in the woods.

Day Job:

I work nights at the Emergency dept at SHMC. I (try to, lol) sleep during the day

Relationship Status:

In a Relationship

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://myspace.com/purpleaxe_152

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

To be a part of the community.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I love the feeling of actually making a difference in someones life ( be it fire or medical).

Top Issues Facing Responders:

1. Lack of volunteers.
2. Rising Gas prices.
3. Cutting EMT classes at colleges (certain area's)
4. Having spouses/relationships not understand the dedication of being at a fire dept.