Richard (Anson) Norton
Saint Louis,Missouri
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven professional with a proven track record in strategic leadership in clinical and operational settings. Adept at managing complex operations, fostering team collaboration, and ensuring the highest standards of patient care. Known for combining technical expertise with effective communication to achieve mission success. Seeking a challenging role to apply my skills and contribute to an organization's continued growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent, CSTARS STL
United States Air Force, USAF
06.2022 - Current
- Led 32 person multidisciplinary cadre
- Oversaw 15 classes per year
- Provided emergency medicine training
- Managed course budgets, optimizing resource allocation to provide high-quality learning materials and experiences for students.
- Customized instruction for diverse learner needs, ensuring all students had access to meaningful educational experiences.
- Increased student satisfaction rates by actively soliciting feedback and implementing changes based on their input.
Manager, Theater Aeromedical Evacuation C2
United States Air Force
10.2019 - 09.2022
- Functional Area Manager, Theater Aeromedical Evacuation Command Control Branch, overseeing real world and exercise taskings as well as training and evaluations.
- DCAPES/JOPES trained.
- Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to optimize Air Mobility Division readiness.
Flight Chief, Family Health Clinic
United States Air Force
10.2017 - 09.2019
- Led a team 32 member team in providing healthcare services to military personnel and their families.
- Increased crew proficiency by implementing comprehensive training programs and monitoring performance metrics.
- Coordinated clinic activities, including patient care, scheduling, and staff management.
- Patient Advocate.
NCOIC, 18 AES, Detachment 1
United States Air Force
12.2015 - 11.2017
- Managed day-to-day operations of Detachment 1, ensuring efficiency and adherence to protocols for AE crews.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Oversaw scheduling, logistics, and personnel assignments.
Aeromedical Evacuation Technician Instructor
United States Air Force
07.2013 - 11.2015
- Instructed and mentored new and experienced aeromedical evacuation technicians
- Developed and updated instructional materials to align with evolving best practices.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of patients onto aircraft, ensuring timely transport to appropriate medical facilities.
Operations Group AE Evaluator
United States Air Force
03.2012 - 07.2013
- Evaluated and trained aeromedical evacuation teams to maintain high standards of performance
- Contributed to the development and implementation of training programs.
- Maintained standardization and evaluations program for three geographically separated units.
- Provided higher headquarters guidance to deployed AE crews.
- Assisted in developing inspection and testing protocols.
Aeromedical Evacuation Technician
United States Air Force
03.2009 - 03.2012
- Conducted aeromedical evacuation missions, ensuring the safe and timely transport of patients
- Managed and maintained medical equipment on board aircraft.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Monitored patient condition and performed data collection to provide nursing staff and physicians with adequate information.
- Conducted patient intake and triage procedures.
Critical Care Technician
United States Air Force
09.2006 - 03.2009
- Provided critical care support for Intensive Care Unit patients.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the well-being of patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, contributing valuable insights for individualized patient treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
Education
A.A.S - Practical Nursing Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01.2016
Skills
- JOPES/DCAPES Administration
- Operations Management
- Tasking Management
- Exercise Planning
- Technical Proficiency
- Strategic Planning
- Project Planning
Timeline
Superintendent, CSTARS STL
United States Air Force, USAF
06.2022 - Current
Manager, Theater Aeromedical Evacuation C2
United States Air Force
10.2019 - 09.2022
Flight Chief, Family Health Clinic
United States Air Force
10.2017 - 09.2019
NCOIC, 18 AES, Detachment 1
United States Air Force
12.2015 - 11.2017
Aeromedical Evacuation Technician Instructor
United States Air Force
07.2013 - 11.2015
Operations Group AE Evaluator
United States Air Force
03.2012 - 07.2013
Aeromedical Evacuation Technician
United States Air Force
03.2009 - 03.2012
Critical Care Technician
United States Air Force
09.2006 - 03.2009
A.A.S - Practical Nursing Technology
Community College of The Air Force
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