Being A Paramedic

1. Being a paramedic has been a long term goal for me upon graduating high school. As I was planning my future and looking at the different career choices, I began discussing my interest in the public safety and medical field with one of my sisters. My sister suggested I should look into becoming an EMT and using it as a stepping stone for a future career. I thoroughly enjoyed the knowledge and skills I obtained upon becoming an EMT, I have decided that I want to further my education in order to provide a higher level of care to my patients and grow in the medical field.

2. Outside of EMS I enjoy spending my leisure time drawing and going to the gym. I believe the combination of the both allows me to stay both mentally and physically sharp. Both activities are enjoyable, but they also allow me to set goals for myself as well instill creativity and discipline.

3. My immediate goal upon graduating is to

I assumed responsibility as me and my friend walked home one night. We noticed a small crowd surrounding a man who was lying in the middle of the sidewalk. He appeared unconscious and did not respond to by standers attempting to physically wake him up. My friend was hesitant and insisted to cross the street, to avoid any “problems”. I initially agreed with my friend, but thought to myself there may be something seriously wrong. As we approached him, someone stated that he may not have a pulse. I checked his carotid and radial and did not feel anything. Prior to this incident, I had only been on one cardiac arrest call. I immediately told the nearest person to call 911. I instructed my friend to go across the street to the Shoprite and ask security for an AED. I began compressions and continued CPR with security from Shoprite as we waited for EMS to arrive. At the time, I was still a new EMT riding as a third for my local volunteer squad. This particular incident allowed me to take charge of the situation, rather than having a senior EMS member to help