The Official EMTLIFE Introduction Thread

Ethan said:
I used to be a member of the
Glen Ridge FD before it was taken over by Montclaire
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Wow very cool. Small world. So your in Texas now? How did that leap happen?
 
Ryan. 29 years old from Long Island, NY. Been EMT certified for just over 10 years, first aid a few prior to that. Red Cross CPR/First Aid Instructor for 9 years, and have been a NY-certified EMT- Critical Care for most of the past 7 (short period of lapsed cert back to EMT-B, but I recently re-upgraded)-- EMT-CC lies somewhere between I-99 and Medic in terms of what we can do (99% of what medics do in my region, but no needle cric and certain things are medical control options for us as opposed to standing order for medic). Recent NREMT-B certification. I've spent some years running volunteer FD EMS and am in my 11th season working one of the more unique EMS jobs out there: EMS on the beach front. We basically run a fly car/first response operation on 3 sq miles of beach and park land, being the only certified agency to do what we do where we do it. As far a my side job, probably the oddest one for someone who saves lives during the day- Funeral Director! Thinking about a return to school for RN in the next year or so.
 
OceanBossMan263 said:
Ryan. 29 years old from Long Island, NY. Been EMT certified for just over 10 years, first aid a few prior to that. Red Cross CPR/First Aid Instructor for 9 years, and have been a NY-certified EMT- Critical Care for most of the past 7 (short period of lapsed cert back to EMT-B, but I recently re-upgraded)-- EMT-CC lies somewhere between I-99 and Medic in terms of what we can do (99% of what medics do in my region, but no needle cric and certain things are medical control options for us as opposed to standing order for medic). Recent NREMT-B certification. I've spent some years running volunteer FD EMS and am in my 11th season working one of the more unique EMS jobs out there: EMS on the beach front. We basically run a fly car/first response operation on 3 sq miles of beach and park land, being the only certified agency to do what we do where we do it. As far a my side job, probably the oddest one for someone who saves lives during the day- Funeral Director! Thinking about a return to school for RN in the next year or so.
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Sounds like a great job.
 
MMiz said:
First, welcome to EMTLife!

Reply to this thread with a brief introduction so that we can learn a little about you. We hope you stick around for a while and contribute to our community.

Thanks!
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My name is Chrissy. I'm trying to not be a one-hit wonder on this site! It seems like a good way to stay connected to the EMS community beyond my county. Currently I run calls with a volunteer fire department that sponsored me as a student. I took a break halfway through my nursing program to attend Basic training and am very glad that worked out. Currently an EMT-B with hopes to become a paramedic after gaining prehospital experience, I anticipate graduating my nursing program in May, 2017. EMS is a passion of mine along with good food, friends, and sarcasm. I work as an assistant in a Level 1 Emergency Department and Trauma Center. My dream is to join the team of flight nurses there.
 
CLa said:
My name is Chrissy. I'm trying to not be a one-hit wonder on this site! It seems like a good way to stay connected to the EMS community beyond my county. Currently I run calls with a volunteer fire department that sponsored me as a student. I took a break halfway through my nursing program to attend Basic training and am very glad that worked out. Currently an EMT-B with hopes to become a paramedic after gaining prehospital experience, I anticipate graduating my nursing program in May, 2017. EMS is a passion of mine along with good food, friends, and sarcasm. I work as an assistant in a Level 1 Emergency Department and Trauma Center. My dream is to join the team of flight nurses there.
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Sounds like your well on your way to achieve your goals welcome :)
 
Ho-ah. I'm Julian. I'm saving my pennies (somewhat literally) to attend the OSU-OKC EMT courses for Fall 2017(61 weeks from the writing of this post). I'm not really going anywhere with my current gig, and I'd rather have a truly useful job than a high-paying one (considering I can live quite comfortably on 19k a year being single no kids). Coming from a small (ish) town seeing all the things Oklahoma City has is a bit mind-boggling. The sheer amount of jobs available (and restaurants) is staggering. So I moved to a small town nearby where things close on Sundays still. My dad was an EMT and Corpsman for the Navy and did well for himself, so I thought I'd give this a go. I don't mind long hours, big messes and weird situations (as long as I didn't start it).

Tips on grinding away at filling the Tuition Jar would be appreciated. And maybe some good salad recipes, if anyone has any.

For Him and Him alone.
 
It's been a while since I posted (though I lurked).
Might has well start over with a greeting. I am a USAF veteran with most of my career in the MedAdmin field and a small stint in Security Forces while in the reserves.
Have been doing mostly Manufacturing jobs to keep the money coming in. Never really satisfied.
Then, family matters came my way taking care of my mother and father. Unfortunately, they both passed 6 months apart.
I have always been interested in medicine and have been on a few calls while in the military/civilian.
Looking forward to continuing my EMS education.
 
"Hi!"

I've been a Firefighter and First Responder for a year and a half now, and just made EMT with the National Registry. Thanks for being here as a resource and community.
 
I totally didn't do this on my arrival here. Hola, senors and senoritas! I'm Jeff. I'm 29 (approaching 30 a little more quickly than I would like), and I graduated from Paramedic school in May. Took the NR and passed it a couple weeks ago, and start on my own truck this Friday (eek). Prior to EMS, I was a firefighter/EMT for 10 years, both volunteer and full time. Have two awesome kids, and a good job, aaaand that's about it. Nice to meet everyone.
 
Re-introducing myself. 3 years ago I posted and was planning on start EMT training the following January. Then a whole bunch of life dog-piled on me and I'm now finally at a point I can go to school. I start night classes in August. I'm 42 y.o. female, Central Texas. I have a full-time day job with no plans on leaving, but I want to volunteer with one of the local VFDs (if they'll have me). Glad to be back and looking forward to asking some questions and learning :)
 
Hello,
My name is Kurt I'm a 28 yo male. I have 2 kids and a beautiful wife.
I work for the Ashland Fire Department in Ashland WI. We run all the fire calls and EMS for our coverage area.
I'm currently a Firefighter And a Paramedic.
I started doing EMS as a basic in 2008.
Other certs... Hazmat technician, ice rescue specialist, CPS tech. And several others...
Our department runs close to 300 fire related calls per year and over 2000 Medicals.
We currently employ 24 staff full time.
 
Kurtb said:
Hello,
My name is Kurt I'm a 28 yo male. I have 2 kids and a beautiful wife.
I work for the Ashland Fire Department in Ashland WI. We run all the fire calls and EMS for our coverage area.
I'm currently a Firefighter And a Paramedic.
I started doing EMS as a basic in 2008.
Other certs... Hazmat technician, ice rescue specialist, CPS tech. And several others...
Our department runs close to 300 fire related calls per year and over 2000 Medicals.
We currently employ 24 staff full time.
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Welcome Kurt. You guys are lucky. Staffing in my department is at an all time low. We're lucky to have a fully staffed engine for any call lately.
 
OceanBossMan263 said:
Ryan. 29 years old from Long Island, NY. Been EMT certified for just over 10 years, first aid a few prior to that. Red Cross CPR/First Aid Instructor for 9 years, and have been a NY-certified EMT- Critical Care for most of the past 7 (short period of lapsed cert back to EMT-B, but I recently re-upgraded)-- EMT-CC lies somewhere between I-99 and Medic in terms of what we can do (99% of what medics do in my region, but no needle cric and certain things are medical control options for us as opposed to standing order for medic). Recent NREMT-B certification. I've spent some years running volunteer FD EMS and am in my 11th season working one of the more unique EMS jobs out there: EMS on the beach front. We basically run a fly car/first response operation on 3 sq miles of beach and park land, being the only certified agency to do what we do where we do it. As far a my side job, probably the oddest one for someone who saves lives during the day- Funeral Director! Thinking about a return to school for RN in the next year or so.
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You'd be surprised at the amount of people who are funeral directors in the spare time
 
Hey Guys, I've been lurking for a little bit, I'm a 21 yo EMT in NJ. I've been an EMT in New Jersey for almost 2 and a half years now. Been in EMS for almost 4 years as a volunteer now. Also have my NREMT. Looking to start being more active on here as I prepare to take my education in Emergency Medical Services further.
 
My name's Chris, 36, Arizona native and 5 year veteran of the Navy. I was a web developer for 10 years, leaving at the peak of my career to get back into service. I'm currently an EMT student, and may move directly into paramedic school in October. I also have a few years of college studying forensic sciences and criminal justice, so I also plan on testing for Phoenix Police and Maricopa County Sheriff's Office.

I love anatomy and physiology! That's all I got.
 
Never formally introduced incase someone was wondering.. My name is Andrew. 21. Been doing Volunteer Fire for 3 years almost 4. In the process of getting my emr to be on the 911 ambulance in town paid. I plan on getting my emt b and fire certification to do fire full time somewhere in tx.
 
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