David Eccles
Lafayette,IN
Summary
Experienced ALS Paramedic skilled in advanced life support, cardiac monitoring, and clinical documentation. Known for a calm demeanor in chaotic circumstances, critical thinking, and safe management of complex emergency and interfacility care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
ALS Paramedic
Indiana University Health Lifeline
Lafayettee, IN
10.2023 - Current
- Directed high-quality emergency and interfacility care for acute patients across IU Health network.
- Assessed complex patient profiles to determine safe acceptance and management of downgraded critical care patients within ALS scope of practice.
- Oversaw operation of essential clinical hardware, including multi-channel infusion pumps, cardiac monitors, and non-invasive ventilation systems.
- Managed sensitive clinical tasks, including planned palliative discharges, with precise communication and emotional intelligence.
Family Care Coordinator & Healthcare Advocate
Self
San Leandro, CA
06.2015 - 11.2016
- Delivered continuous logistics support, mobility assistance, and recovery care during elderly family member recovery from hip replacement surgery.
- Built practical knowledge of patient advocacy and healthcare systems through coordination with physical therapists, orthopedic specialists, and home health networks.
- Developed strategies for helping manage chronic disability.
Freelance ESL Instructor
Self
Shanghai, China
09.2013 - 01.2015
- - Developed tailored English language curricula for individual students in international setting.
- - Assessed student language proficiency and learning needs.
- - Created personalized lesson plans and study materials.
- - Strengthened cross-cultural communication, adaptability, and independence while navigating foreign language environment.
Junior Design Drafter
Debbie Mann Consulting
Lafayette, IN
08.2009 - 05.2011
- Prepared detailed construction packages for internal and client review.
- Updated drawings in AutoCAD based on engineer and client feedback.
- Conducted site inspections to confirm blueprint accuracy.
- Supported project management needs and client requirements during volatile economic conditions after 2009 recession.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Engineering
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN08-2009
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic Science
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Kokomo, IN05-2020
Associate of Applied Science - Machine Tool Technology
Ivy Tech Community College
Kokomo, IN12-2022
Skills
- Advanced life support protocols
- Cardiac monitoring
- Infusion pump operation
- Noninvasive ventilation
- Patient assessment
- Clinical documentation standards
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Patient advocacy
Certification
- Paramedic - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians - Issued January 2023 - Registry# M5120323
- EMS Paramedic - Indiana Department of Homeland Security - Issued April 2023 - PSID# 5802-8136
- Basic Life Support - American Heart Association - Issued December 2025
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association - Issued December 2025
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association - Issued December 2025
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support - National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians - Issued May 2026
- Advanced Medical Life Support - National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians - Issued June 2026
- Emergency Pediatric Care - National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians - Issued February 2026
Timeline
ALS Paramedic
Indiana University Health Lifeline
10.2023 - Current
Family Care Coordinator & Healthcare Advocate
Self
06.2015 - 11.2016
Freelance ESL Instructor
Self
09.2013 - 01.2015
Junior Design Drafter
Debbie Mann Consulting
08.2009 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Engineering
Purdue University
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic Science
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Associate of Applied Science - Machine Tool Technology
Ivy Tech Community College