Donald R. Nicholson

U.S. Navy veteran (Hospital Corpsman) with 16 years of experience supporting high-tempo aviation and operational units. Blend of medical readiness leadership, records and data management, vendor/supplier coordination, and customer-facing service—paired with a Bachelor’s in Marketing. Known for disciplined execution, compliance mindset, and clear communication with cross-functional teams. Seeking roles spanning marketing/sales support, procurement and expediting, and front-desk/administrative operations.

• U.S. Navy veteran; experienced working with diverse teams and cultures in high-accountability environments.
• Professional development: continuous learning mindset; open to role-specific training (CRM/ERP/industry tools).

• Basic Life Support (BLS) — [current/expired: insert date]
• EMT (Basic/Advanced) — [insert credential level and expiration if applicable]
• Other: [insert additional certifications from JST/SMART transcript]

• Hospital Corpsman “A” School; advanced clinical skills, documentation, patient care fundamentals
• Aviation Medicine / Aerospace Medicine support training (documented on JST)
• Operational Risk Management; Safety and mishap prevention; inspection and compliance readiness
• Leadership and management courses (small-unit leadership, mentoring, training delivery)
• Emergency care training: CPR/BLS and EMT-related coursework (list specific certifications if current)
• Administrative systems training: records management, scheduling, readiness systems and reporting

• Academic projects (Marketing): consumer analysis, integrated marketing communications, digital marketing, and campaign evaluation (details available).
• Customer service operations: intake, scheduling, conflict resolution, and service recovery practices in high-visibility environments.
• Data hygiene and reporting: maintained trackers and recurring reports; ensured accurate status visibility for leaders and stakeholders.

• Operational Tempo: accustomed to competing priorities, tight deadlines, and high accountability; calm under pressure.
• Process Improvement: improved consistency through checklists, SOP alignment, and quality control to reduce rework and errors.
• Stakeholder Management: communicated status and risks to leaders; coordinated across shops to align resources and timelines.
• Customer Experience: professional, respectful service; proactive follow-up; clear explanations; de-escalation when needed.

• Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 265 (HMM-265) — USS ESSEX (LHD-2)
• Hospital Corpsman / Aviation Medicine Support
• Supported aviation unit operations with preventive medicine, readiness documentation, and flight-line/field support as required.
• Maintained controlled records and readiness trackers; coordinated follow-ups, screenings, and routine requirements to keep personnel deployable.
• Partnered with leadership to manage schedules and priorities in a high-tempo environment; provided clear status updates and documentation.
• Strike Fighter Squadron 37 (VFA-37) — USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN-75)
• Hospital Corpsman / Squadron Medical Readiness
• Delivered customer-facing medical support while sustaining readiness documentation for aviation personnel.
• Coordinated appointments, referrals, and required training events; ensured timely completion and accurate record updates.
• Contributed to inspection readiness through documentation control, data reconciliation, and process discipline.
• Marine Corps Recruiting Command (MCRC), Quantico, VA
• Medical Readiness / Administrative Support
• Managed readiness-related documentation and scheduling in a multi-stakeholder environment; maintained privacy and data accuracy.
• Produced routine reports for leaders; tracked action items and supported administrative workflows requiring attention to detail.
• Supported customer service interactions with staff and stakeholders—responsive communications, status updates, and follow-through.
• Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 267 (HMLA-267) — USS NEW ORLEANS (LPD-18) & USS BOXER (LHD-4)
• Senior Corpsman / Readiness & Training Coordinator (selected functions)
• Coordinated readiness/training requirements across teams; maintained trackers and supported leadership decision-making with clear reporting.
• Standardized checklists and documentation practices to reduce errors and improve audit/inspection outcomes.
• Supported supply/service coordination for mission needs, working across shops and with external points of contact.
• The Basic School (TBS), Quantico, VA
• Medical Operations / Training Environment Support
• Supported a training pipeline environment with scheduling, documentation, and compliance-focused processes.
• Assisted leadership with readiness reporting, records management, and process discipline in support of training milestones.
• Provided professional customer service and clear communications to students, staff, and instructors.
• Strike Fighter Squadron 211 (VFA-211)
• Senior Corpsman / Aviation Medicine (selected functions)
• Supported aviation medicine and operational readiness; maintained documentation, scheduling, and status reporting to keep teams deployable.
• Led small teams through daily tasking; coached junior staff to standards; ensured consistent service delivery.
• Performed administrative coordination across departments, prioritizing time-sensitive needs and maintaining organized records.

Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (NAM) 5