Type of Organization

EMS/Rescue Squad/Hospital EMS - Paid

Job Function

EMT - Paramedic (or Other ALS)

Years in Fire/EMS:

10 years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Bond County EMS

Years With Department/Agency

9 years

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

I worked for Trinity ambulance service in Rock Island, IL for about a year. It was alright, but my family is around here so we moved back

My Training:

I've been a medic for about 5 years and I am a PEPP, GEMS, and ITLS instructor. I am also a poison control educator.

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I always wanted to help people but couldn't afford nursing school so I took an emt class 10 years ago and have loved working in ems ever since

Why I Love Fire/EMS

the adrenaline and knowing i do something worth while everyday

Top Issues Facing Responders:

people are getting crazier and crazier