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Cheyenne Weston

Rapid City,SD

Summary

Motivated Police Officer committed to serving and protecting citizens from crime and dangerous activities. Extensive conflict and crisis prevention training. Specializes in de-escalated situations to provide optimal outcomes for all involved individuals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Police Officer

Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety
Pine Ridge, South Dakota
06.2023 - Current
  • Issued citations for violations of tribal laws and ordinances.
  • Gathered evidence at crime scenes for later analysis by laboratory personnel.
  • Performed basic maintenance duties on departmental equipment such as firearms, radios and patrol vehicles.
  • Interviewed witnesses and suspects regarding criminal activity.
  • Maintained records detailing all incidents reported or investigated during patrol shifts or special assignments including arrest warrants issued by judicial authorities.
  • Investigated reports of crimes against persons and property within the community.
  • Testified in court proceedings as required.
  • Provided assistance to other law enforcement agencies in the area.
  • Prepared detailed reports concerning investigations conducted, arrests made, charges filed and dispositions of cases.
  • Enforced tribal laws and regulations, including those related to public safety, health, alcohol, tobacco, gaming and fish and wildlife.
  • Patrolled assigned areas of jurisdiction on foot or by vehicle to detect suspicious activities.
  • Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises for contraband or evidence of criminal activity.
  • Observed proper safety protocols while handling dangerous weapons and materials.
  • Responded to emergency calls from citizens for assistance with traffic accidents, domestic disturbances and other criminal activities.
  • Subdued resisting subjects with defensive tactics and approved nonlethal weapons.
  • Pursued fleeing suspects on foot and in varying terrain.
  • Performed CPR and other rescue techniques on individuals in medical emergencies.
  • Interviewed witnesses and victims to determine critical details relevant to each case.
  • Directed traffic at high-volume special events for public safety and order.
  • Executed law enforcement patrol functions in assigned locations for extended periods of time.
  • Served criminal warrants and subpoenas to suspects in public and private locations.
  • Responded promptly to activated alarms for fires and burglaries.
  • Diffused active disturbances with de-escalation techniques, compassion and combat skills.
  • Partnered with team members to implement service initiatives and achieve team objectives.
  • Testified in court at criminal hearings and trials as to scenes observed, evidence collected and previous incidents.
  • Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
  • Investigated illegal or suspicious activities, performing direct follow-up or reporting findings to appropriate senior personnel.
  • Rendered assistance to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries or medical crises.
  • Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
  • Coordinated with external entities such as Law Enforcement Agencies regarding Warrant-related matters.
  • Prepared affidavits supporting the issuance of new warrants when required.
  • Assisted with apprehension and arrests of individuals with Federal Arrest Warrants
  • DUI arrests with Standardized field sobriety testing
  • Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.

Rancher

Self-employeed
Rosebud, South Dakota
02.2010 - Current
  • Monitored cattle, check pastures daily, Fed cattle daily.
  • Branding, paper work for cattle (Cow counts and brands).
  • Finance projections/Finance Itemizations.
  • Cow/Calf projections.
  • Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to avoid losses.
  • Demonstrated working techniques, practices and optimal safety behaviors to workers, maximizing performance and reducing wasteful processes.
  • Oversaw selection and purchase of routine supplies and special equipment purchases as part of yearly budget.
  • Managed ranch schedules for livestock, special events and crops.
  • Performed first aid and treated personnel wounds caused by sharp tools and equipment immediately, which reduced incidences of infection.
  • Established and updated policies for managing stock, cleaning ponds and feeding aquatic life.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
  • Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.

EMT

Minuteman EMS
Rapid City, SD
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
  • Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
  • Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
  • Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
  • Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
  • Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
  • Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
  • Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
  • Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
  • Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
  • Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety of first responders.
  • Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
  • Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.
  • Asked patients questions about over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drug activity to identify side effects or signs of overdose.
  • Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
  • Documented patient condition and treatment to facilitate plan of care.
  • Assessed patient condition to administer first-aid treatment or advanced level life support.

Evaluated patients at accident scenes to screen, assess and treat significant injuries.

Health Technician- EMT

Pine Ridge Indian Health Service
Pine Ridge, SD
09.2021 - 07.2022
  • Performs technical health care extender functions by identifying and treating trauma/medical emergencies using advanced level medical techniques that will most effectively sustain the patient's life.
  • Performs a range of diagnostic support duties including taking vital signs, collecting routine specimens, setting out medical instruments and assist with examinations by positioning and draping patients.
  • Performs safety and maintenance inspection of minor repairs on emergency and patient transport vehicles and equipment; prepares appropriate transport documents; replaces supplies, and ensures sanitation and cleanliness of patient transport vehicles.
  • Communicates orally and in writing with medical and ancillary personnel using skills in emergency communication techniques and the operation of radio equipment.
  • Recorded patient vital signs, documenting information into medical charts.
  • Observed and reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse.
  • Maintained confidential documentation of patient information to stay compliant with federal regulations.
  • Responded quickly and with deep care for patients to build trust and rapport.
  • Prepared patient, equipment and supplies for specific procedures.
  • Collected and documented patients' medical history, identity and proof of address.
  • Educated patients on following physicians' instructions following discharge.
  • Calibrated equipment on schedule to maintain proper operation.
  • Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
  • Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
  • Trained new hires by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
  • Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
  • Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
  • Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
  • Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
  • Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
  • Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
  • Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
  • AHA BLS Instructor Certified
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
  • Reviewed inventory stocking levels and helped coordinated return or transfer of excess inventory.
  • Received, evaluated and scanned in new inventory, updated computer database and proactively resolved variances.
  • Monitored inventories on computer to generate accurate reports.
  • Executed scheduled inventory cycle counts and made necessary adjustments to virtual inventory records.
  • Analyzed stock levels and processes to predict inventory problems and formulate solutions.

EMT

OST Ambulance Service
Pine Ridge, South Dakota
03.2017 - 09.2021
  • 40 + OT hours/week.
  • Took lead provider role during every shift of Basic Life Support level calls to various health care facilities.
  • Documented all calls in reports detailing type of incident and course of treatment.
  • Patient assessment including collecting patient demographics, health history, billing (medicaid, medicare, private insurance) chief complaint, signs and symptoms, assessed patient's vital signs, obtained EKGS, performed life saving measures on patient's in prehospital setting (on scene, in ambulance, eg.)
  • Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
  • Assisted Advanced life support provider through providing primary patient assessment and preparation of patients for emergent transport.
  • Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
  • Asked patients questions regarding ingestion or intake of over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drugs.
  • Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
  • Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
  • Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
  • Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
  • Observed and assessed incident scenes upon arrival to determine level of safety for all first responders.
  • Delivered emergency care to individuals involved in motor vehicle accidents, falls and trauma incidents.
  • Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
  • Achieved 99% accuracy in patient documentation through electronic patient care reports.
  • Thorough patient documentation through Imagetrend
  • Assisted administration with patient billing
  • HIPAA Certified
  • Advocated on behalf of many patients to maximize comfort and safety.
  • Thorough rig checks and restock at the beginning of every shift.
  • Act in a professional manner especially during high stress situations/calls/mass casualties.
  • Evaluated patients for injuries at accident scenes , industrial locations
  • Instructed EMT Classes as an instructor 2017, 2018, 2019.
  • Worked irregular shifts, 24, 48, 56, 72 hour shifts.
  • Taken many interfacility transport from Pine Ridge IHS to other facilities.
  • Abide by all policies and procedures.
  • Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
  • Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
  • Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
  • Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
  • Trained newly hired EMTs by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
  • Associates degree of applied science in Paramedic
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Documented calls in reports detailing incident type and course of treatment.
  • Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
  • Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety of first responders.
  • Performed standard testing and administered medication to manage care in field and in transit.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and hospital personnel to arrange logistics for patient transport.
  • Evaluated patients at accident scenes to screen, assess and treat significant injuries.
  • Performs technical health care extender functions by identifying and treating trauma/medical emergencies using advanced level medical techniques that will most effectively sustain the patient's life.
  • Performs a range of diagnostic support duties including taking vital signs, collecting routine specimens, setting out medical instruments and assist with examinations by positioning and draping patients.
  • Performs safety and maintenance inspection of minor repairs on emergency and patient transport vehicles and equipment; prepares appropriate transport documents; replaces supplies, and ensures sanitation and cleanliness of patient transport vehicles.
  • Communicates orally and in writing with medical and ancillary personnel using skills in emergency communication techniques and the operation of radio equipment.

Dispatch Supervisor

OST Ambulance Service
Pine Ridge, South Dakota
06.2015 - 08.2016
  • Mentored, trained and managed team of multiple employees and offered insight and direction, helping boost overall performance.
  • Monitored attendance and productivity for employees by maintaining accurate and updated records.
  • Monitored dispatch board and adjusted call priorities regularly based on caller needs.
  • Tracked all changes in computer system to keep records current and accurate.
  • Kept detailed and updated records of calls in physical and electronic databases.
  • Managed work schedules to maximize coverage.
  • Accurately and efficiently responded to over 100 daily requests.
  • Reported delays, accidents or other traffic and transportation situations.
  • Oversaw investigation and resolution of 911 caller/patient issues.
  • Trained over 15 employees on accurate triaging and dispatching procedures while personally handling multiple daily calls.
  • Devised and implemented work plans for subordinate employees to check quality and consistency of work against organizational standards.
  • Alerted EMS Providers of road and weather hazards in real time to accomplish no accidents
  • coordinated with flight centers (eg. Black hills lifelight, MARC Air, Eagle Air, Sanford air) for 911 scene flight or flights from airfields to IHS ED
  • Handled emergency phone calls calmly and obtained pertinent information with composed approach.
  • Used radio, telephone and computer system to update first responders with new information.
  • Prioritized responses to public emergency and non-emergent calls to promptly dispatch police, fire and EMS while tracking data in real-time.
  • Dispatched calls to relevant police, fire or medical response personnel depending on individual call situations.
  • Took caller information, read associated computer information and documented vital details in call tracking and assignment system.
  • Assisted departments with special requests
  • Mitigated risks and emergency response delays by efficiently monitoring public safety field units.
  • Boosted productivity by ensuring on-time emergency response and life support with zero service delivery errors.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our services.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.

Education

Basic Law Enforcement Police Officer -

Federal Law Enforcement Training Center- USIPA
Artesia, NM
10-2023

Associate of Applied Science - General Studies

Western Dakota Technical Institute
Rapid City, SD
12.2022

Associates of Applied Science Paramedic Degree -

Western Dakota Technical Institute
01.2018

EMT Certifications - EMT-Basic

EMS SCHOOL
Online
06.2016

GED -

Todd County High School
South Dakota
01.2011

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Sinte Gleska University
Mission, SD

Skills

  • Medical data acquisition
  • Critical decision-making skills
  • Respiratory care assessment
  • Field patient assessments
  • Ambulance transport
  • CPR and First Aid Instructor
  • Patient evaluations
  • Medical volunteer
  • Scene assessments
  • Vital sign assessment
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Emergency management
  • Medication administration
  • Quality assurance controls
  • Defibrillation and resuscitation
  • Emergency response and assessment
  • Dispatch communications
  • Data management
  • Billing
  • MS Office
  • Inventory management
  • Fleet vehicle management
  • Radar speed measurement
  • Traffic Laws
  • Legal Compliance
  • Law Enforcement
  • Court Testimony
  • Emergency Response
  • Crime Prevention
  • Report Writing
  • Search and seizure laws familiarity
  • CPR/First Aid certified
  • Crime Scene Processing
  • Search and seizure warrants
  • Drug enforcement
  • Drug laws enforcement
  • DUI Investigations with arrests
  • Standardized Field Sobriety

Certification

  • Federal Law Enforcement training center- Indian Police Academy 10/12/23
  • Certificate of Commendation
  • Axon Training for X2 Taser
  • Alco Visor Jupiter training
  • Radar Operator Course, OST DPS HWY safety
  • Criminal interdiction, SD Law Enforcement training center
  • National EMT Certification Exp 3/2025 E3308239
  • State EMT Certification Exp 3/2025 022774
  • HIPAA
  • Emergency vehicle operations course
  • Pediatric advanced life support certification
  • Advanced cardiac life support certification
  • Advanced Medical Life Support
  • Prehospital trauma life support
  • Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC)
  • The Geriatrics Education for EMS (GEMS)
  • AHA Basic Life Support (CPR) Instructor

References

  • Gabriella Fills The Pipe, Police Officer

5537 Solitaire Dr Rapid City, SD 57703 605-441-5202

  • Cody Seaboy, OST DPS Highway Safety Trooper

1350 E. Oakland St. Unit #A Rapid City SD 57701 605-939-8805

  • Anthony Long Soldier, OST DPS Highway Safety Trooper

PO BOX 1693 Pine Ridge, SD 57770 605-454-2213

  • Cam Vandenhoek Business Owner

PO BOX 329 Mission, SD 57555 605-856-2072

  • Silas Busch Paramedic

2764 Chevae CT Rapid City, SD 57703 605-209-0138

Timeline

Police Officer

Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety
06.2023 - Current

EMT

Minuteman EMS
08.2022 - 05.2023

Health Technician- EMT

Pine Ridge Indian Health Service
09.2021 - 07.2022

EMT

OST Ambulance Service
03.2017 - 09.2021

Dispatch Supervisor

OST Ambulance Service
06.2015 - 08.2016

Rancher

Self-employeed
02.2010 - Current

Basic Law Enforcement Police Officer -

Federal Law Enforcement Training Center- USIPA

Associate of Applied Science - General Studies

Western Dakota Technical Institute

Associates of Applied Science Paramedic Degree -

Western Dakota Technical Institute

EMT Certifications - EMT-Basic

EMS SCHOOL

GED -

Todd County High School

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Sinte Gleska University
  • Federal Law Enforcement training center- Indian Police Academy 10/12/23
  • Certificate of Commendation
  • Axon Training for X2 Taser
  • Alco Visor Jupiter training
  • Radar Operator Course, OST DPS HWY safety
  • Criminal interdiction, SD Law Enforcement training center
  • National EMT Certification Exp 3/2025 E3308239
  • State EMT Certification Exp 3/2025 022774
  • HIPAA
  • Emergency vehicle operations course
  • Pediatric advanced life support certification
  • Advanced cardiac life support certification
  • Advanced Medical Life Support
  • Prehospital trauma life support
  • Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC)
  • The Geriatrics Education for EMS (GEMS)
  • AHA Basic Life Support (CPR) Instructor
Cheyenne Weston