Cheryl Mayer

Experienced Paramedic and Firefighter with 17+ years in emergency medical services and fire suppression. Skilled in advanced life support, trauma care, and high-pressure decision-making. Proven ability to deliver critical care in fast-paced environments while maintaining strong communication, teamwork, and patient advocacy.

Paramedic / Firefighter at Calumet City Fire Department (2009-03 – 2022-06)

Delivered advanced life support care in high-volume 911 response environments, managing a wide range of medical and trauma emergencies.

• Delivered advanced life support care in high-volume 911 response environments, managing a wide range of medical and trauma emergencies
• Extensive experience treating cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and traumatic emergencies in pre-hospital settings
• Assessed, treated, and stabilized critically ill and injured patients using advanced clinical judgment and protocols
• Performed key interventions including intubation, IV therapy, medication administration, cardiac care, and wound management
• Executed fire suppression, search and rescue, and hazard mitigation operations in high-risk environments
• Operated firefighting and rescue equipment including pumps, hoses, ladders, and specialized tools
• Collaborated with multi-agency teams including law enforcement, dispatch, and hospital personnel
• Maintained accurate electronic patient care reports and incident documentation
• Provided clear communication and emotional support to patients and families during high-stress situations

Paramedic / Firefighter at Thornton Fire Department (2005 – 2019)

Delivered advanced life support care in high-volume 911 response environments, managing a wide range of medical and trauma emergencies.

• Delivered advanced life support care in high-volume 911 response environments, managing a wide range of medical and trauma emergencies
• Extensive experience treating cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and traumatic emergencies in pre-hospital settings
• Assessed, treated, and stabilized critically ill and injured patients using advanced clinical judgment and protocols
• Performed key interventions including intubation, IV therapy, medication administration, cardiac care, and wound management
• Executed fire suppression, search and rescue, and hazard mitigation operations in high-risk environments
• Operated firefighting and rescue equipment including pumps, hoses, ladders, and specialized tools
• Collaborated with multi-agency teams including law enforcement, dispatch, and hospital personnel
• Maintained accurate electronic patient care reports and incident documentation
• Provided clear communication and emotional support to patients and families during high-stress situations

Phlebotomy Certification in Phlebotomy – Kentucky School of Phlebotomy (2025)

Paramedic Certification in Emergency Medical Services – Moraine Valley Community College (2005)

Coursework in Associate of Science – South Suburban College

Coursework in Pre-health – Moraine Valley Community College