Safety Manager
Resume:
KENYA S. NIXON, COSS, EMT-I
**** ***** *****, ***** *****, LA 70816
acp6wj@r.postjobfree.com
Experience
Safety Director/Risk Manager
**/**** - ******* ****** ******** Contracting Co., Baton Rouge, LA
Responsible for the implementation and administration of the health and safety and accident prevention program to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for all employees of the company, its jobsites, asphalt plants, mine (MSHA), and its subcontractors. Developed site specific safety plans and oversaw all safety training requirements, documentation, audits and reporting. Identified best practices and lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce work process risks, raise safety awareness, and improve safe work practices. Investigated incidents, near-miss incidents, and occupational injuries to determine causes, installed preventive measures, and managed return-to-work activities. Provided technical advice, coaching, guidance, and mentoring to employees on safety initiatives and necessary changes. Ordered and maintained facility safety inventory including supplies and equipment. Managed worker’s comp cases and injury investigations.
EMT Candidate Examiner
03/2014 - Current Bureau of EMS, Baton Rouge, LA
Conducts the skills proficiency verification required for emergency medical services (EMS) personnel certification and recertification under the direction of a National Registry Representative.
Safety Coordinator/On Site Medic
01/2014 – 10/2014 Robins & Morton, Morgan City, LA
Provided healthcare, first aid, and immunization in the facility. Observed and monitor all vital signs. Recorded all of patient’s medical information and vital signs. Performed all examinations. Evaluate patients for diagnosis. Completed drug screens, alcohol screens, and fit testing. Prepare rooms, equipment, and supplies. Maintained stocks and order supplies. Responsible for observing and complying with all safety rules. Maintained all patient charts. Maintained all OSHA standards. Worked closely with Safety Managers onsite. Conducted daily safety audits. Conducted new employee orientation. Wrote daily toolbox topics for employees. Developed spreadsheets to identify repeat at risk behavior.
On Site Medic/Safety Tech
08/2009 – 01/2014 Temple Inland/International Paper, Orange, TX
Performed drug screens on mill employees and new hires. Instructed CPR classes. Treated and monitored patients with industrial injuries and medical illnesses that required advanced care. Dispensed medications and treated minor injuries. Documented and photographed all accidents and emergencies. Maintain all OSHA standards. Conducted daily safety audits. Responsible for observing and making sure employees complied with all safety rules.
EMT
02/2002 - 08/2009 Acadian Ambulance Service, Lafayette, LA
Administered prompt and efficient basic life support care within the limits of licensure or certification and in accordance with approved protocols prior to and during transport. Responsible for precepting new employees. Documented all aspects of patient condition and treatment on EMS run reports. Obtained and recorded non-medical patient information as required. Completed other patient documentation and forms as required. In the absence of other qualified personnel, was responsible for controlling the patient’s surroundings in such a way as to minimize further danger and control the actions of bystanders.
EMT/ER Tech
10/1998 - 08/2001 West Cal Cam Hospital, Sulphur, LA
Treated and transported emergency and non-emergency patients. Documented all aspects of patient condition and treatment in run reports. Performed 12 lead EKGs, splinting, collection of fluids for testing and vitals for ER staff.
Education
Columbia Southern University
2015 - 2017
M.S., Occupational Safety and Health Technology
Baton Rouge Community College, Baton Rouge, LA
2014 - 2014
Construction Site Safety Technician (CSST), OSHA 30
Sulphur Fire Training, Sulphur, LA
2010 - 2010
EMT-Intermediate
Sowela Technical College, Lake Charles, LA
1998 - 1998
EMT-Basic
Louisiana State University and A&M College, Baton Rouge, LA
1994 – 1998
B.S., Chemistry
Vinton High School, Vinton, LA
1990 – 1994
High School Diploma
Certifications
NREMT-Intermediate #I-0719710 (transitioning to AEMT)
State of Louisiana EMT-Intermediate License #LA-14-92491
Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS)
Construction Site Safety Technician (CSST) NCCER
Construction Site Safety Supervisor (NCCER)
Field Safety (NCCER)
Safety Technology (NCCER)
Safe Supervisor
HAZWOPER 40
OSHA Authorized Outreach Trainer for the Construction Industry
OSHA 10 - Construction
OSHA 10 - General Industry
OSHA 30 - Construction #26-601******
OSHA 500 - Trainer Course for the Construction Industry
OSHA 510 - Standards for Construction Industry
OSHA 2264 - Permit Required Confined Space
OSHA 3115 - Fall Protection
OSHA 7205 - Health Hazard Awareness
OSHA 7405 - Fall Hazard Awareness for the Construction Industry
OSHA 7410 - Managing Excavation Hazards
OSHA 7505 - Accident Investigation
OSHA 7845 - Recordkeeping Rule Seminar
TWIC
Security Passport
Basic Orientation Plus - ARSC Reciprocal
AHA CPR for Healthcare Providers
AHA CPR/BLS Instructor 2003-Current
AHA ACLS Instructor 2003-2007, 2014-Current
AHA PALS Instructor 2003-2007
NIMS 100.b, 200.b, 700.a, 800.b, EFS
NRA Rifle, Pistol and Shotgun Instructor
Range Safety Officer
LSP Concealed Handgun Carry Instructor #998
References
Bob Brankline, Program Manager - Education, Bureau of EMS
Shellie Castille, Web Designer, Woman’s Hospital
Randal Godso, IT Manager, Stupp, Inc.
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