Nate Dutt

Nathaniel “Nate” Dutt, born and raised in Fargo, ND, has been an integral part of Sanford Ambulance since 2009, demonstrating dedication and excellence in both pre-hospital care and emergency telecommunications. His journey in EMS began in high school, where he developed a passion for law enforcement and medicine through the Fargo Police and F-M Ambulance Explorers programs. A scholarship from F-M Ambulance allowed Nate to attend EMT training after graduating high school in 2007, and by 2008, he was enrolled in paramedic school at Bismarck State College.

Nate’s commitment to EMS led him to join F-M Ambulance (now Sanford Ambulance) as an EMT in 2009, where he was quickly promoted to Paramedic after completing his certification. Over the past 15 years, Nate has taken on multiple roles, becoming a full-time dispatcher in 2021 while continuing to maintain his Paramedic certification and proficiency by picking up ambulance shifts.

Throughout his career, Nate has been an active member of the Disaster Response Team, Honor Guard, and the Peer Assistance Crisis Team (PACT), which he helped develop in 2019. As a Communications Training Officer (CTO) and Charge Dispatcher, Nate plays a vital role in training new dispatchers and overseeing operations. His leadership in these roles, coupled with his involvement in the Communications and Operations Steering and Oversight Committee, has greatly enhanced the efficiency and quality of emergency communications at Sanford Ambulance.

In addition to his professional achievements, Nate has volunteered in search and rescue for six years with his K9s, Ziva and Sully, assisting in locating lost and missing persons. He is now training his dog Valor to be a Facility Therapy Dog. Outside of work, Nate enjoys spending time with his family, watching his nieces’ and nephews’ sporting events, and camping at the lake.

Nate is a compassionate and skilled provider who consistently goes the extra mile for his patients and colleagues. His extensive experience in both fieldwork and dispatch makes him a standout candidate for the 2024 American Ambulance Association Star of Life Award. Nate’s dedication, professionalism, and commitment to improving EMS operations make him a deserving recipient of this prestigious honor.