jada nichols
@jadanichols
Compassionate emergency dispatcher and driver with investigative and public-safety experience.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced emergency services professional with hands-on roles as an ambulance driver/dispatcher, police recruit, and private investigator, committed to calm, reliable service under pressure.
I have operated emergency vehicles, assisted paramedics, managed multi-line dispatch systems and CAD, and conducted surveillance, background checks, and evidence documentation for legal and corporate clients.
I bring strong multitasking, communication, and documentation skills, familiarity with law-enforcement procedures, HIPAA standards, and certifications including BLS/CPR and a Private Investigator license.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Dispatcher / Ambulance Driver
Newman Services
Jun 2024 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Operate emergency vehicles and dispatch emergency/non-emergency calls, coordinating police, fire, and medical units while maintaining calm patient care and accurate incident documentation. Performed daily ambulance inspections and supported EMTs with patient loading, equipment handling, and compassionate on-scene care.
Private Investigator
Advantage Surveillance, LLC
Oct 2023 - Jun 2024 (8 months)
Conducted surveillance, background checks, and evidence collection for civil, criminal, and corporate investigations, producing detailed written reports and maintaining chain-of-custody and confidentiality. Utilized photography, video, and digital tools to capture admissible evidence for clients and attorneys.
Police Recruit / Dispatcher
Prichard Police Department
Jun 2021 - Oct 2023 (2 years 4 months)
Completed recruit training while supporting investigative units with case documentation and evidence handling; operated multi-line dispatch using radio and CAD systems to prioritize and route emergency calls while monitoring field units and maintaining call logs. Developed skills in criminal law principles, report writing, and high-pressure communication.
Police Recruit
Mount Vernon Police Department
Mar 2021 - Jun 2021 (3 months)
Underwent recruit training and observed investigative procedures, learning report writing, interviewing techniques, and emergency response protocols to build foundational law enforcement skills. Assisted with witness interviewing and evidence review under supervision.
Provided customer-facing cashier services, accurately processing transactions and handling cash while maintaining a positive customer experience and attention to detail in a fast-paced retail environment.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Auburn University at Montgomery
Criminal Justice
2018 - 2020
Completed coursework in Criminal Justice at Auburn University at Montgomery from August 2018 to May 2020.
Thompson High School
High School Diploma, General Education
2016 - 2018
Earned a high school diploma from Thompson High School in Alabaster, Alabama, completed in May 2018.
Tech stack
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Location
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