Also, the rescue swimmers manual is at http://www.uscg.mil/directives/cim/3000-3999/CIM_3710_4C.pdf . There’s a section about how to deal with unresponsive victims.
Chapter 2 - Helicopter Rescue Swimmer Procedure
--D. Survivor Recovery Procedures
----2. Multiple Survivor Procedures
Specifically, Table 2-28 on page 2-53. As plain as day:
"NOTE - When rescuing multiple survivors, the RS must use their best judgment for prioritizing the rescue."
Exactly what Ornot did. He followed established protocol and used his best judgment for prioritizing the rescue. You have exonerated him.