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Thomas Modena

Gering

Summary

Dedicated EMT-Basic with proven skills in emergency response, patient assessment, and team collaboration. Known for maintaining equipment readiness and training new team members to ensure high-quality care during critical situations. Resourceful emergency medical technician skilled in patient care and triage. Demonstrates strong communication and collaboration abilities, ensuring effective teamwork during high-stress scenarios. Committed to delivering quality service and maintaining safety standards in all emergency responses.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

EMT-Basic

Morrill County Community Hospital
Bridgeport
06.2018 - Current
  • Provided emergency medical care to patients in critical situations.
  • Operated medical equipment and maintained supplies on ambulances.
  • Assisted in patient transport and ensured comfort during transitions.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop treatment plans for patients.
  • Completed detailed patient assessments and documented findings accurately.
  • Educated patients and families on health-related topics during emergencies.
  • Trained new EMT-Basics on protocols and emergency response procedures.
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public, and first responders safe.
  • Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
  • Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
  • Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
  • Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
  • Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
  • Evaluated patients at accident scenes to screen, assess and treat significant injuries.
  • Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
  • Documented patient condition and treatment to facilitate plan of care.
  • Trained new hires by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
  • Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
  • Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
  • Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.

Firefighter

Gering Volunteer Fire Department
Gering
06.1995 - Current
  • Responded to emergency calls for fire and rescue situations.
  • Operated firefighting equipment and tools effectively during incidents.
  • Conducted fire safety inspections of buildings in the community.
  • Assisted in training new volunteers on firefighting techniques.
  • Participated in community outreach programs promoting fire safety awareness.
  • Collaborated with team members during drills and emergency simulations.
  • Maintained readiness of firefighting gear and equipment daily.
  • Documented incident reports following emergency responses accurately.
  • Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
  • Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
  • Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
  • Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants, and fire extinguishers.
  • Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
  • Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
  • Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
  • Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
  • Responded quickly to hazardous materials incidents by containing spills or leaks with appropriate protective gear.
  • Participated in on-call schedule to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends or holidays.
  • Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
  • Monitored weather conditions for potential threats such as wildland fires or flash flooding.
  • Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.

911 Operator

Scotts Bluff County Consolidated Comm Center
Gering
02.2000 - 10.2015
  • Operated multi-line phone systems to receive emergency calls promptly.
  • Assessed caller needs and dispatched appropriate emergency services efficiently.
  • Maintained accurate logs of all incoming calls and dispatched units.
  • Provided clear instructions to callers during critical situations.
  • Coordinated communication between first responders and field personnel consistently.
  • Trained new dispatchers on protocols and emergency response procedures effectively.
  • Utilized computer-aided dispatch software to track unit locations in real-time.
  • Managed high-stress situations while maintaining composure and professionalism consistently.
  • Acted calmly and professionally under pressure while making decisions in high stress situations.
  • Provided support services for police officers in the field by locating addresses, researching suspects, running license plate numbers.
  • Provided pre-arrival instructions over the phone such as CPR and first aid instructions, fire evacuation procedures.
  • Routed non-emergency calls to appropriate departments or agencies when applicable.
  • Monitored multiple radio frequencies simultaneously while entering data into computer system.
  • Updated records in database with detailed notes about incidents including suspect descriptions, vehicle information.
  • Assessed callers' needs and dispatched appropriate personnel to respond to emergencies.
  • Utilized mapping software programs to plot locations of incidents quickly and accurately.
  • Coordinated responses between multiple law enforcement agencies when necessary during multi-jurisdictional incidents.
  • Identified priority calls based on severity of situation, urgency, or special circumstances.
  • Attended regular trainings sessions on new systems and technologies used within the dispatch center.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - EMS

Western Nebraska Community College
Scottsbluff, NE

Certification

  • Structure side Firefighter 1 and 2 Hazmat Operations
  • NWCG certifications
  • Incident Commander 4 Trainee, Incident Commander 5, Fire boss, Engine boss / Crew boss, Faller 3, Firefighter 2 and 1
  • FEMA certifications 100,200,300,400,700,800

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

EMT-Basic

Morrill County Community Hospital
06.2018 - Current

911 Operator

Scotts Bluff County Consolidated Comm Center
02.2000 - 10.2015

Firefighter

Gering Volunteer Fire Department
06.1995 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - EMS

Western Nebraska Community College

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