Norman M. Ressler III has over 30 years of experience in emergency medicine and safety management, including 7 years as an offshore medic and safety training coordinator. He has a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health and is certified in paramedic care, firefighting, and various safety training programs. Ressler seeks new opportunities where he can utilize his extensive experience in emergency response and safety education.
1. RESUME
Norman M. Ressler III
119 Circle Hill Dr.
Clarksville, TN. 37042
931-320-2313
nmrenterprise@yahoo.com
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
7 years experience as Offshore Medic & Safety Training Coordinator.
Over 30 years experience in Emergency Medicine and Safety Management.
18 years as a Paramedic.
US Army Veteran & Veteran of the Gulf War.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
01/2008 to Present Offshore Remote Paramedic/Safety Training Coordinator – Safety
Management Systems, Lafayette, LA:
Provide all levels of medical treatment on the facility
Provide emergency assistance to other maritime vessels and structures as warranted by the
Offshore Installation Manager (OIM).
Assume administrative control of medical treatment room, drugs, medications, and medical
equipment.
Advisor to the OIM in regards to hygiene issues, as well as other Occupational Health issues.
Submit, and file reports required under company policy and guidelines by regulatory bodies.
Assist in the completion of and archiving of all JSA’s WI, & PTW.
Conduct safety inspections of all onboard facilities.
Conduct monthly inspection of all safety and fire equipment.
Perform incident/accident investigation and report findings.
Helicopter landing/fuel officer.
Provide orientation and accommodation assignment to all arriving personnel.
Develop conduct and archive weekly safety training meetings.
Schedule all off facility training.
Maintain and update all rig personnel’s training records.
Input the data of the Behavior Base Safety Programs.
03/2004 – Present Breath of Life CPR Plus Owner:
Marketing the business to potential clients
Maintain relations with current clients
Lead instructor in all offered classes
Set up and provide lesson plans
Set up and take down of equipment
Maintenance and upkeep of equipment
Recruitment of new instructors
Sales presentations and placement of product
Maintaining accurate training records
Specializing in initial and continuing emergency medical education.
2. 11/2002 – 01/2008 Various Private Ambulance Companies in Nashville, TN:
Initiated & instituted several Geriatric Emergency Training Centers in the area.
Provide all levels of medical care from basic to advanced life support to include: Neonatal
transport, Mechanical Ventilation, & Critical care patients.
11/1998-11/2002 Ft Campbell Ambulance Section:
Primary advanced life support (ALS) unit for active duty military personnel, family
members, & dependents.
Provided mentoring & coaching to Emergence Medical Technician students.
Assisted the emergence department personnel.
BEHAVIORAL BASED SAFETY PROGRAMS
DuPont Formal Stop Observation, Global’s BSSI Program, HERO Stop Observation
EDUCATION
Columbia Southern University, Orange Beach, AL
Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety & Health
Graduated 4.00 on February 28th
, 2014
Florida Community College at Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL
Associate in Science in Emergency Medical Services Education
Graduated 3.66 on August 5th
, 1997
Florida Community College at Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL
Level II Fire Fighting Vocational Certification 380hrs
Graduated On May 7th
, 1998
LICENSES & CERTIFICATION
Safety Trained Supervisor # IEX09643
OSHA 30 Hour General Industry # 2254858
OSHA 510 Construction Industry Standard
OSHA 511 General Industry Standard
National Registry Paramedic # P0914107
Tennessee Certified Paramedic # 27874
Louisiana Certified Paramedic # P0914170
AWARDS RECEIVED
Army Service Ribbon
3 Overseas Ribbons
Saudi Service Ribbon
REFERENCES UPON REQUEST