DUSTIN RYAN NIXON
Livingston,TX
Summary
Experienced Safety Management and Emergency Services professional with a strong background in construction, oil and gas safety. Highly skilled in emergency treatment and response. Leading safety programs identifying and mitigating workplace hazards, conducting inspections and training, and promoting a strong safety culture across diverse work environments. Experienced in serving as a safety leader and advisor to project teams, ensuring compliance with OSHA requirements, company policies, and established safe work practices.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Manager
Kiewit
1550 Mike Fahey St, Omaha,NE,68102
12.2025 - Current
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify hazards and ensure adherence to regulatory standards.
- Developed and implemented safety programs to enhance workplace compliance and reduce incident rates.
- Trained and mentored staff on safety protocols, fostering a culture of safety across all levels.
- Collaborated with project teams to integrate safety measures into operational plans and workflows.
PARAMEDIC/ WILDLAND FIREFIGHTER
RAPID EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
05.2025 - Current
- Delivered patient care, ensured safety oversight, and engaged in frontline firefighting across diverse environments during deployments nationwide. Exceeded clinical and physical competence, agility, and comprehension benchmarks during deployment. Served as sole medical provider on multiple active forest fire scenes, operating with limited resources and minimal access to clinical care facilities.
- Administered advanced life support and emergency medical care in high-pressure scenarios.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes during crisis situations.
- Trained and mentored junior paramedics on emergency protocols and best practices.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN-PARAMEDIC
LONESTAR EMS
02.2025 - Current
- Delivered advanced patient care in large suburban area using advanced equipment and protocols to ensure optimal outcomes. Experience with ventilators, IV pumps, and blood product administration, storage, and safeguarding. Supported national emergency management projects and responses in Texas and Arizona to enhance regional preparedness. Served as field training guide for new employees and preceptor for collegiate EMT/Paramedic students, fostering skill development and professional growth.
- Administered advanced life support and emergency medical care in high-pressure situations.
- Coordinated patient transport, ensuring timely and safe delivery to healthcare facilities.
- Monitored vital signs and provided critical interventions during patient assessments.
PARAMEDIC-SUPERVISOR AND FTO
SKYLINE EMS
06.2023 - Current
- Delivered patient care in high acuity, high call volume area alongside EMT and Paramedic providers, ensuring critical interventions in rural and suburban locations. Provided critical care and interventions in rural and suburban environments, often with limited resources and prolonged transport times. Coordinated with local and state law enforcement during high-risk interdiction and standoff situations as a Paramedic rescue operator, enhancing emergency response effectiveness. Trained and oriented new employees in advanced medical procedures.
- Supervised daily operations of paramedic teams, ensuring compliance with protocols and standards.
- Developed training programs for new paramedics, enhancing operational readiness and team performance.
- Implemented quality assurance measures to improve patient care outcomes and service delivery efficiency.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN-ADVANCED/MEDICAL SPECIALIST
LOYAL SOURCE
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Providing patient care alongside PA/MD practitioners to provide humanitarian and medical aid to migrants within the Rio Grande Valley. Assisted in the border protection initiative by providing physical assessments for recently apprehended individuals and assisted in safeguarding and identifying potentially epidemic diseases. Managed and safeguarded patient care records while ensuring compliance with sensitive data codes. Secured clearance to collaborate with border protection and customs personnel in a secured CBP facility.
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to assess patient conditions and determine appropriate treatment protocols.
- Operated advanced life support equipment, including defibrillators and oxygen delivery systems, during emergencies.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN-ADVANCED/PARAMEDIC
ACADIAN AMBULANCE SERVICE
11.2022 - 11.2024
- Delivered patient care in demanding pre-hospital environments across urban, suburban, and rural areas. Collaborated with law enforcement in Live Oak County to ensure safe location, treatment, and transport of individuals. Supported CBP search and rescue operations for individuals requiring assistance during smuggling attempts. Successfully completed a rigorous accelerated Paramedic program, accredited by National EMS Academy (NEMSA) and TEEX.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN-BASIC/ADVANCED EMT
CITY OF PHARR EMS
06.2021 - 10.2022
- Delivered patient care in a demanding pre-hospital environment, utilizing advanced protocols and equipment while collaborating with advanced practitioners. Administered patient care with advanced aseptic and disease control techniques during COVID-19 pandemic. Engaged in exercises and training with local, state, and federal law enforcement and rescue taskforces to enhance operational readiness.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN-BASIC
CITY OF BEAUMONT EMS
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Delivered patient care in urban settings, employing advanced medical protocols and clinical equipment for effective treatment and transport. Collaborated with local law enforcement and firefighting teams during high-risk emergencies to ensure coordinated responses. Supported response efforts, relocation, and care of patients during natural disasters, enhancing community safety and resilience.
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Operated and maintained emergency medical equipment and vehicles.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient transport and care.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN-BASIC
MEDCARE EMS
01.2015 - 05.2017
- Delivered patient care with EMT-Advanced and EMT-Paramedic co-workers in emergent and non-emergent situations.
- Administered emergency medical care and interventions in high-pressure situations.
- Operated medical equipment and maintained inventory of supplies for optimal readiness.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient transport and treatment.
EMERGENCY CARE ATTENDANT/CERTIFIED FIREFIGHTER
PALMVIEW FIRE DEPT.
01.2009 - 01.2015
EMERGENCY CARE ATTENDANT
MEDCARE EMS
07.2007 - 01.2015
Education
EMERGENCY CARE ATTENDENT & EMT-BASIC CERTIFICATION - Emergency Medicine
SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE
McAllen06.2014
BASIC FIRE SCIENCE AND SUPPRESSION - NFPS
TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE
HarlingenADVANCED EMT CERTIFICATION - Emergency Medicine
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TRAINING SOLUTIONS
MissionPARAMEDIC CERTIFICATION - Emergency Medicine
NATIONAL EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ACADEMY & TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY (TEEX)
McAllenSkills
- Stressful problem-solving
- Goal-oriented and driven to advance myself and patient care
- Safety Training Programs
- Strategic emergency management
- Incident response
- Safety hazards analysis
- Emergency response planning
- Occupational health management
- Safety assessment
- First aid administration
- Site assessment
- Strategic planning and emergency management skills
- Safety standard knowledge
- Safety Risk Assessment
- Workplace Safety Compliance
- Response planning
- Safety Program Management
- Goal-oriented and driven to advance myself and patient care
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Hazard analysis
- Professionalism
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Safety training
Accomplishments
OSHA 30-Hour Construction
OSHA 510 Course Competition
Construction Safety Manager
Construction Safety Trained Supervisor
Trench & Excavation Safety Competent
Emergency Management Coordinator
Fall Protection & Elevated Structure Safety Technician
Introduction to Safety Management
Construction Site Safety Technician
Occupational Health & Safety for Supervisors
Root Cause Analysis
Safety Management Systems
Confined Space Entry Competent
Behavioral Based Safety Observations
Accident Prevention Planning
NFPA 70E Arc Flash Electrical Safety
Hazwoper
Fundamentals of Accident Investigation
Confined Space Competent Person
ACTIVITIES
- Participation in several volunteer fire departments: Edinburg Vol. Fire Dept (2001-2004) and Mission Fire Department (2004-2009).
- Assisted with American Heart Association (AHA) training programs (throughout career)
- Local and State deployments for healthcare and emergency management responses associated with COVID 19 and US Border Immigration crisis
- Assisted with National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) training and testing
- Numerous volunteer events within the City of Pharr as a part of different medical and response teams
- Participated in Presidential motorcade for U.S. President Donald Trump in 2022 post assessment and clearance of thorough background screening.
Certification
CPR Basic Life Support, FEMA ICS: 100, FEMA ICS: 200, FEMA ICS: 700, FEMA ICS: 800, FEMA ICS: 5A, EMT-Basic Certification, EMT-Advanced Certification, EMT-Paramedic (State and National certifications), Certified EMS Instructor, AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support, AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support, “Stop the Bleed” Instructor, Advanced EKG/Lead interpretation certification, Collegiate certificates of completion from STC and TSTC equaling 60+ hours of completed coursework, DHS WMD Radiological/Nuclear Hazardous Material Technician Certification & Train-the-Trainer Cert., DHS State and Local Government Coordination Preparedness, WMD Incident Management/Unified Command Internet, Basics for WMD Incidents, Additional Paramedic Licenses: Minnesota (#1032904), Alaska (#25512814), Arizona (#AZ00017032), Wildland Firefighter: Red Card, NAEMT Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support, NAEMT Tactical Combat Casualty Care, IBSC Flight and Critical Care Paramedic, American Heart Association BLS- Instructor
Section name
- CUMULATIVE COLLEGE CREDIT HOURS: 60+
- In progress/Pending certification
Shell Hero Award
2.5 years safety experience
20 year medic and fire fighter
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Safety Manager
Kiewit
12.2025 - Current
PARAMEDIC/ WILDLAND FIREFIGHTER
RAPID EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
05.2025 - Current
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN-PARAMEDIC
LONESTAR EMS
02.2025 - Current
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN-ADVANCED/MEDICAL SPECIALIST
LOYAL SOURCE
06.2024 - 08.2025
PARAMEDIC-SUPERVISOR AND FTO
SKYLINE EMS
06.2023 - Current
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN-ADVANCED/PARAMEDIC
ACADIAN AMBULANCE SERVICE
11.2022 - 11.2024
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN-BASIC/ADVANCED EMT
CITY OF PHARR EMS
06.2021 - 10.2022
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN-BASIC
CITY OF BEAUMONT EMS
06.2019 - 06.2021
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN-BASIC
MEDCARE EMS
01.2015 - 05.2017
EMERGENCY CARE ATTENDANT/CERTIFIED FIREFIGHTER
PALMVIEW FIRE DEPT.
01.2009 - 01.2015
EMERGENCY CARE ATTENDANT
MEDCARE EMS
07.2007 - 01.2015
PARAMEDIC CERTIFICATION - Emergency Medicine
NATIONAL EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ACADEMY & TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY (TEEX)
ADVANCED EMT CERTIFICATION - Emergency Medicine
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TRAINING SOLUTIONS
BASIC FIRE SCIENCE AND SUPPRESSION - NFPS
TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE
EMERGENCY CARE ATTENDENT & EMT-BASIC CERTIFICATION - Emergency Medicine
SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE