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Jake Lamken

Springfield

Summary

Experienced Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) Nurse and Paramedic with a strong background in advanced patient care, leadership, hemodynamic monitoring, and emergency trauma care. Demonstrated leadership as the Flight Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC) for the Illinois Army National Guard flight program. Medic for over 130 soldiers during Operation Enduring Freedom, Horn of Africa (2020-2021), with zero casualties. Extensive traveling experiences visiting over 31 countries.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Aerospace Medical Service Specialist

Scott Air Force Base
O'Fallon
10.2023 - Current
  • Dedicated Air Force 4N07 medical professional with expertise in patient care, trauma response, and medical readiness, ensuring mission success in high-pressure environments.

CVICU Nurse

Springfield Memorial Hospital
Springfield
07.2023 - Current
  • Proficient in applying hemodynamic data from cardiac devices like Impella, IABP, Swan-PA, CVP, CRRT, and arterial lines.
  • Experienced with various medications, such as epinephrine, norepinephrine, dopamine, dobutamine, and vasopressin.
  • +2 years as a Charge Nurse.
  • Rapid Response Nurse and Code Team Nurse.

Paramedic

America and Medics First Ambulance Service
Springfield
03.2019 - 02.2024
  • Paramedic at a Level 1 trauma center.
  • Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on patient conditions.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.

Flight NCOIC

IL National Guard
Springfield
09.2016 - 10.2023
  • In charge of development and flight readiness for the IL National Guard (2021–2023).
  • Deployment, Operation Enduring Freedom, Horn of Africa (OEFHOA 2020-2021)
  • Senior medic for operations for 130+ soldiers.
  • Assisted with basic medical training for the Djiboutian military forces.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
08-2025

Associate - Paramedic and Registered Nursing degree

Lincoln Land community college
01.2023

Skills

  • Advanced patient assessment
  • Hemodynamic monitoring
  • Emergency trauma care
  • Leadership
  • Flight operations
  • Patient care
  • Trauma care
  • Critical care
  • Team management
  • Cross-cultural communication

Personal Information

Title: Critical Care Nurse/Paramedic

Accomplishments

  • In 2025, I was honored with the Magnet Award for Structural Empowerment, recognizing my role in developing solid structures, innovative systems, and impactful partnerships that empower staff, align with organizational values, and drive improved patient and community health outcomes.

Timeline

Aerospace Medical Service Specialist

Scott Air Force Base
10.2023 - Current

CVICU Nurse

Springfield Memorial Hospital
07.2023 - Current

Paramedic

America and Medics First Ambulance Service
03.2019 - 02.2024

Flight NCOIC

IL National Guard
09.2016 - 10.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Associate - Paramedic and Registered Nursing degree

Lincoln Land community college

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