Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Firefighter / EMT-Basic

Years in Fire/EMS:

1

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

West Valley Fire Department

Years With Department/Agency

Less than 1 year

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.wvfd.info

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

ProAction EMS Training

My Training:

EMT- Basic in Paramedic Course, BLS Instructor, FEMA IS Courses

About Me:

I'm a nationally certified EMT that is now a trainee with the West Valley Fire Department in Vinton, TX... I also work as the Skills Lab Coordinator and CPR Instructor for a EMS Online Training Plus... I am working hard to get a lot of experience in both fire and emergency medical calls... I also work for a private ambulance company in El Paso, TX... My goal is to be a Wildland Fire Fighter/ Medic on a search and rescue team by 2011... I will be attending a Wildland Fire Course in Feb 2010 and a NOLS Wilderness Medic Course in April 2010... I'm using this site to build a network of friends that are great professionals... I'm into a wide range of things... I am really easy to talk to so feel free to talk to me... I'm a father, husband, son, brother, friend, student, teacher and adventurer... I got into EMS because I want to make a difference on this earth... my motto is: Always Press Forward! You have a question for me? Ask it!!!

Day Job:

Being AWESOME

Relationship Status:

In a Relationship

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://www.youtube.com/nestortheape

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I started doing this so I can make a difference and help people in need. The adventure is a huge plus, since everyday and every call is different.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I'm not stuck in a cubicle all day for work...