James Burdette
Corpus Christi,Texas
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in high-stress emergency settings. Proven ability to deliver exceptional patient care while maintaining composure during medical crises. Highly reliable team member with adaptability to changing situations and commitment to collaborative success.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Christus Spohn Shoreline
Corpus Christi, TX
01.2025 - Current
- Administered emergency care to patients, prioritizing critical needs and triaging effectively.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Monitored vital signs and medical histories to ensure accurate assessments and timely interventions.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, promoting understanding and adherence to health protocols.
SUPERVISORY BORDER PATROL AGENT
U.S. Border Patrol
Kingsville, Texas
01.2014 - 12.2022
- Assigned duties, vehicles and surveillance and detection equipment for shifts of approximately 45 Border Patrol Agents on a daily basis.
- Provided guidance, leadership, and training for subordinate Border Patrol Agents in a variety of areas including surveillance techniques, apprehension operations, search and seizure procedures, and use of force policies.
- Developed relationships with community members in order to foster better understanding between citizens, ranchers and Border Patrol Agents.
- Analyzed data collected from field operations in order to develop effective strategies and operations for apprehending illegal alien and drug smugglers.
- Monitored the performance of subordinates through observation, evaluation reports, and feedback sessions; provided corrective action when necessary.
- Utilized various law enforcement computer systems to access information relating to immigration status checks and criminal record checks on individuals traveling through United States Border Patrol Checkpoints.
- Managed vehicle fleets and a variety of station equipment effectively while operating within established budget parameters.
- Identified gaps in existing security protocols and developed solutions to improve overall efficiency in securing assigned area of operations.
- Drafted comprehensive reports detailing investigations, apprehensions and prosecutions conducted by subordinate Border Patrol Agents to be viewed by superiors at the national level.
- Supervised the training of new Border Patrol Agents in proper techniques for conducting surveillance and inspection of vehicles, baggage and persons.
- Supervised the daily operation of one of the busiest U.S. Border Patrol Checkpoints in the country.
- Developed and supervised the Kingsville Border Patrol Station Tactical Awareness Training Program which trained approximately 400 Border Patrol Agents in detecting, avoiding and surviving violent ambushes.
- Coordinated with other federal, state and local law enforcement agencies in multi-agency investigations and operations.
- Participated in monthly management meetings to discuss and develop improvement ideas for the functioning of the station.
BORDER PATROL AGENT
U.S. Border Patrol
Laredo, Texas
09.1997 - 12.2013
- Detected and apprehended illegal aliens and drug smugglers attempting to illegally enter the U.S. and or circumvent U.S. Border Patrol Checkpoints
- Patrolled assigned areas of operation utilizing specialized equipment such as night vision goggles, infrared cameras, seismic sensors and motion activated cameras.
- Conducted Immigration Checkpoint operations in order to detect and apprehend illegal alien and drug smugglers.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations using sound judgment and decision making abilities.
- Interacted professionally with a wide variety of people from diverse cultures and backgrounds in order to ensure public safety.
- Assisted other federal agencies such as DEA, FBI, HSI when requested on joint investigations or special operations.
- Prepared detailed reports on all incidents encountered while patrolling assigned areas.
- Collaborated closely with local law enforcement agencies regarding cross-border crime issues.
- Developed strong communication skills while interacting with both Spanish-speaking individuals and other law enforcement personnel.
- Provided assistance during search and rescue operations involving lost persons in remote areas near the border region.
- Worked as a DEA Task Force Officer in the investigation of drug smuggling cases, undercover operations, informant handling and federal prosecutions.
- Served on a DEA High Risk Arrest Team in serving arrest warrants on dangerous subjects.
- Worked as a Homeland Security Investigations Task Force Officer in the investigation of drug smuggling cases, alien smuggling cases, undercover operations, informant handling and federal prosecutions.
- Cross trained and certified as an Emergency Medical Technician and treated Border Patrol Agents, illegal aliens and the public suffering from trauma, dehydration and or medical emergencies.
- Certified as a Border Patrol Firearms Instructor and trained approximately 1000 Border Patrol Agents in quarterly firearms training and qualifications.
- Certified as a Border Patrol Use of Force Instructor and trained approximately 1000 Border Patrol Agents in quarterly defensive tactics and use of force qualifications.
- Certified as a Border Patrol All Terrain Vehicle Instructor and trained approximately 100 Border Patrol Agents in the operation and maintenance of ATV's.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX12-2024
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature/Spanish Literature
Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, TX05-1997
High School Diploma -
Wichita Falls High School
Wichita Falls, TX05-1991
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Active Listening
- Task Prioritization
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
Certification
- TNCC Certified - 08/2025
- Ultrasound IV Certified - 07/2025
Languages
Spanish
Interests
- Jiu Jitsu
- Weight Lifting
- Firearms
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Christus Spohn Shoreline
01.2025 - Current
SUPERVISORY BORDER PATROL AGENT
U.S. Border Patrol
01.2014 - 12.2022
BORDER PATROL AGENT
U.S. Border Patrol
09.1997 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature/Spanish Literature
Midwestern State University
High School Diploma -
Wichita Falls High School
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Del Mar College