Evan DeKok
McCook,NE
Summary
Results-driven Athletic Trainer with over three years of experience in sports medicine and athlete support. Proficient in injury assessment, therapeutic modalities, taping, bracing, and padding techniques. Strong focus on injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance enhancement through personalized training programs. Notable for excellent communication skills and ability to motivate athletes in diverse environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Motor Transport Operator
Army National Guard
07.2024 - Current
- Achieved project success by coordinating diverse teams and optimizing resource allocation.
- Enhanced team collaboration through effective communication and problem-solving strategies.
- Guided team members to execute missions with precision and efficiency.
- Resolved operational issues swiftly using critical thinking and tactical skills.
- Conducted training sessions, boosting team competency in safety and operational procedures.
- Optimized transport operations by ensuring adherence to logistical guidelines.
Athletic Trainer
Community Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Enhanced athlete performance through outreach coverage and athletic training services for over 200+ athletes at the college and high school level.
- Efficiently managed annual inventory for athletic training supplies and documentation.
- Developed personalized treatment plans in collaboration with medical staff.
- Provided immediate emergency care for injured athletes during practices and events.
- Instructed athletes on injury prevention techniques, boosting overall team performance.
- Optimized rehabilitation processes with evidence-based methods for quicker recovery.
Graduate Assistant
University of Nebraska-Kearney
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Enhanced laboratory operations through diligent equipment maintenance and management.
- Boosted research productivity by efficiently ordering essential laboratory supplies.
- Improved compliance by streamlining documentation processes within the laboratory.
- Supported professors in achieving research goals through effective administrative task execution.
Education
Master of Science - Athletic Training
University of Nebraska At Kearney
Kearney, NE08.2022
BS - Exercise Science
University of Nebraska At Kearney
Kearney, NE05.2021
Skills
- Implement on-field/emergency management guidelines for emergency medical situations such as spine boarding and transportation
- Assess and diagnosis acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries
- Treat acute and chronic injuries using a multitude of techniques including Functional Dry needling, IASTM, joint mobilizations, etc
- Skilled in developing/implementing rehabilitation protocol for post-operative and non-surgical guidelines for athlete return-to-play
- Advanced knowledge in computer software systems such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Patient record databases, Microsoft Outlook, and Google Docs
- Facilitating collaboration among healthcare and sports professionals
Certification
- AHA BLS and Heart Saver Provider and Instructor May 2025-Present
- Evidence In Motion Functional Dry Needling Level 1 Jan 2025-Present
- B-Strong Blood Flow Restriction Jun 2023-Present
Timeline
Motor Transport Operator
Army National Guard
07.2024 - Current
Athletic Trainer
Community Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Graduate Assistant
University of Nebraska-Kearney
08.2021 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Athletic Training
University of Nebraska At Kearney
BS - Exercise Science
University of Nebraska At Kearney