Assistant WM fire chief recognized
Rose honored for 20 years of national EMT certification
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West Memphis Assistant Fire Chief DeWayne Rose, was recently recognized by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians for achieving 20 consecutive years of National EMS Certification.
To maintain his status as a Nationally Registered EMT, Chief Rose completed on a biennial basis, the most comprehensive re-certification program for EMS professionals in America.
“By maintaining his National EMS Certification and completing regular continuing education courses, Chief Rose has demonstrated his commitment to providing exceptional prehospital emergency medical care,” West Memphis Fire Chief Wayne Brewer said.
Rose was Nationally Registered as an EMT-B in 1998 and has been serving the citizens of West Memphis since 2000. Prior to this position, Rose worked for the Marion Fire Department.
“The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians serves as the National EMS Certification organization by providing a valid, uniform process to assess the knowledge and skill required for competent practice by EMS professionals throughout their careers and by maintaining a registry of certification status,” Brewer said.
