Kevin A. Fort, Jr.
Wilmington,NC
Summary
I am an aspiring physician assistant who has spent the last seven years serving Wilmington, North Carolina, and surrounding communities as a paramedic. I am very excited to be making the transition that will advance my education, expand my clinical responsibilities, and allow me to serve more patients. My goal is to educate my future patients and connect them with resources that will empower them to make decisions that will increase the quality of their lives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paramedic
Novant Health NHRMC EMS
09.2018 - Current
- Spearheading protocol changes to reduce prehospital intubation and ICU admission of acute CHF patients.
- Reputable record for discernment and treatment of acute illness.
- Clinical Preceptor for Cape Fear, Brunswick, and Lenoir Community Colleges.
Truck Driver/Owner Operator
Prime Inc.
01.2013 - 08.2017
- Transportation of fresh/frozen goods & food grade bulk tanker
- CDL-A instructor
- Served a board that contributed to an 18% increase in new employee retention after year 1
- Zero safety incidents while directly operating or supervising over 700,000 miles traveled
Education
B.S. - Biology with Pre-Health Concentration
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NC12-2025
Associate in Science -
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC07.2024
Paramedic -
Cape Fear Community College - Workforce Development
Wilmington, NC06.2020
Advanced EMT -
Cape Fear Community College - Workforce Development
Wilmington, NC07.2018
Basic EMT -
Cape Fear Community College - Workforce Development
Wilmington, NC12.2017
Sports Administration -
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA07.2012
General Studies -
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX07.2011
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Acute care assessment
- Adaptability
- Time management
- Communication
- Project management
- Presentation skills
Research
Abboud Lab at UNCW, Undergraduate assistant, 01/01/25, Present, Organic synthesis investigating antimicrobial properties of peptides and peptoids. Improving peptide solubility, bioavailability, and purification techniques.
Accomplishments
- UNCW Dean's List
- CFCC President's Award
- CFCC President's List (3 semesters)
Certification
- North Carolina EMT- Paramedic
- National Registry EMT-Paramedic
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Provider
- NIH Stroke Scale
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
Timeline
Paramedic
Novant Health NHRMC EMS
09.2018 - Current
Truck Driver/Owner Operator
Prime Inc.
01.2013 - 08.2017
B.S. - Biology with Pre-Health Concentration
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Associate in Science -
Cape Fear Community College
Paramedic -
Cape Fear Community College - Workforce Development
Advanced EMT -
Cape Fear Community College - Workforce Development
Basic EMT -
Cape Fear Community College - Workforce Development
Sports Administration -
Louisiana State University
General Studies -
Tyler Junior College
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