Robert Hubbard
Lynchburg,VA
Summary
Registered Nurse with over twenty years of experience in ACLS and PALS certified care, complemented by twenty-five years in Fire/EMS. Advanced Practice Paramedic transitioned to Registered Nurse, with a proven track record in delivering exceptional patient care in high-pressure environments. Strong team player with expertise in critical medical care, treatment, and transport. Committed to ongoing professional development, currently advancing nursing education while maintaining paramedic certification.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Centra CMG Urgent Care Forest
Forest, VA
06.2023 - Current
- Conducted initial assessments, triage, intake, and continued care of patients per provider directives.
- Maintained ACLS and PALS certification for effective interaction with diverse populations.
- Served as preceptor for new students in ADN and RN programs to enhance clinical skills.
Registered Nurse RN II
Centra Health
Lynchburg, VA
02.2022 - Current
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Member
Campbell Co. Rescue Squad
Campbell Co, VA
01.1998 - Current
- EMT- Basic through Paramedic.
- Instructor for rescue operations and extrication.
- Life Member designation.
Critical Care Paramedic
Centra Paramedicine Services
Lynchburg, VA
12.2013 - 12.2023
- Advanced Practice Paramedic.
- ACLS and PALS certifications.
- Facilitated medical transport for patients between local and distant facilities during emergencies.
- Conducted assessments and stabilization of patients from varied conditions, including trauma.
- Performed IV therapy and utilized ultrasound for difficult access alongside EKG interpretation.
- Oversaw ventilator operations, intubation, sedation processes, and medication management.
- Provided training for new employees as a preceptor to improve operational efficiency.
Firefighter Paramedic
Bedford, Fire and Rescue
Bedford, VA
09.2012 - 10.2017
- Firefighter operations, apparatus operator, and instructor for Fire and Rescue courses.
- Rescue technician and medical for Special Operations.
- Paramedic job roles ACLS, PALS, and preceptor for new hires and students.
FF-II/Medic
Wintergreen Fire & Rescue
Wintergreen, VA
07.2006 - 08.2015
- Firefighter operations, apparatus operator, and instructor.
- EMT-Intermediate, ACLS, PALS level provider for Medic level care and responsibilities.
- Rope rescue team coordinator and manager.
- Operations on rope or difficult terrain calls, training coordinator, responsible for budget and equipment.
FF-II/ Paramedic
Campbell County Public Safety
Campbell Co, VA
03.2006 - 08.2012
- Firefighter/Paramedic ACLS, PALS, ITLS roles, and responsibilities.
- Fill in the shift supervisor as needed.
- Preceptor for new hires.
- Instructor in fire and extrication courses.
EMT-Intermediate
Lifeline Ambulance Service
Christiansburg, VA
04.2005 - 07.2006
- Deployed to Beaumont, TX for 30 days during in Hurricane Rita 2005.
- Performed mass casualty operations, field triage and mass gathering clinic, assisted with evacuation of residents, provided medical support following storm.
- Integrated with DMAT mobile hospital teams.
- Perform as attendant in charge for ground transport team in a variety of emergent, critical care, and non-emergent patient transports including long distance interstate inter-facility transports.
EMT-Cardiac Technician
Centra Health
Lynchburg, VA
01.2002 - 09.2005
- EMT Cardiac (Intermediate) ACLS, and PALS provider, ED tech.
EMT-Intermediate
Carilion Patient Transport Service
Roanoke, VA
09.2003 - 03.2005
- Carilion Emergency and facility transports, ACLS, and PALS provider.
Combat Medic
VA Army National Guard
03.1999 - 10.2003
- Provided field medic services in clinic and community health settings.
- Transitioned from 91 Bravo to 68 Whiskey, enhancing medical competencies.
- Delivered critical healthcare support in diverse environments, ensuring patient care excellence.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Centra College of Nursing
Lynchburg, VA12.2022
Associates of Applied Science Degree - Paramedicine
CVCC
Lynchburg, VA12.2012
National Registry Basic - Combat Medic
US Army Medical School, Fort Sam Houston
San Antonio, TX02.2000
Graduate -
Heritage High School
Lynchburg, VA02.1999
Skills
- Registered nurse
- Advanced practice paramedic
- Critical care expertise
- Patient assessment
- Emergency treatment
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
- Ultrasound IV access
- Medical emergency response
- Team collaboration
- Telehealth services
- Triage and intake procedures
- EKG interpretation
- Clinical education hours
- Protocol-based medication administration
- Vasopressor therapy
- Blood product administration
- Antibiotic therapy
- Analgesic administration
- Sedative management
- Ventilator care
- Sedation protocols
- Invasive monitoring techniques
- Emergency patient care practices
- Patient transfer coordination
- Telephone communication skills
Affiliations
- Emergency Nurses Association
- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
References
- Dr. Amy Patton, Amy.patton@centracollege.edu
- Dr. Kayla Long, Kayla.w.long@gmail.com
Certification
- Paramedic : Virginia and National Registry
- Registered Nurse : Virginia and Compact
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Centra CMG Urgent Care Forest
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse RN II
Centra Health
02.2022 - Current
Critical Care Paramedic
Centra Paramedicine Services
12.2013 - 12.2023
Firefighter Paramedic
Bedford, Fire and Rescue
09.2012 - 10.2017
FF-II/Medic
Wintergreen Fire & Rescue
07.2006 - 08.2015
FF-II/ Paramedic
Campbell County Public Safety
03.2006 - 08.2012
EMT-Intermediate
Lifeline Ambulance Service
04.2005 - 07.2006
EMT-Intermediate
Carilion Patient Transport Service
09.2003 - 03.2005
EMT-Cardiac Technician
Centra Health
01.2002 - 09.2005
Combat Medic
VA Army National Guard
03.1999 - 10.2003
Member
Campbell Co. Rescue Squad
01.1998 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Centra College of Nursing
Associates of Applied Science Degree - Paramedicine
CVCC
National Registry Basic - Combat Medic
US Army Medical School, Fort Sam Houston
Graduate -
Heritage High School
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