Experience

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  United states air force

  Jul 1999 - Sept 2019

  Planned, organized, and directed basic and initial military training for 240 trainees every 2 months. Determined training requirements for training to include facilities, equipment, visual aids, and supplies. Conducted periodic inspections of training activities and assisted training units in correcting training deficiencies. Counseled and advised individuals on training and intrapersonal problems. Instructed and lectured on basic, initial, and military training subjects. Facilitated discussion on character development, role to the mission, accountability, and ethical decision making. Mentored on how to balance personal and professional life, physical/social/spiritual health, and leadership/followership. Supervised 8 military training instructors on planning, organizing, and team building. Show less Provided, supervised, and managed patient care of pediatric and adolescent patients in the largest pediatric clinic in the Pacific Air Forces. Supervised 50 personnel, conducts training, and creates duty schedules. Scheduled and conducts in-service training on procedure, techniques, and equipment. Provided training to medical and non-medical personnel such as emergency medical technician and basic life support training. Managed complex projects and process improvements in connection with top management, key decision-makers, and professional field staff. Show less Successfully planned, scheduled, and managed pre-deployment operations for 1,200 personnel. Organized personnel integration and enrolled each person into the company database. Planned, organized and conducted classes for required topics of training for new personnel. Scheduled, tracked and coordinate personnel departures to theaters of operations. Ensured individuals personal situations were optimized for success during their transcontinental deployment, promoting productivity and mission accomplishments. Acted as a liaison between other Air Force units that have mobility designations for health assessment of troops and individuals. Scheduled training in courses such as weapons proficiency; self-aid buddy care training; nuclear, biological and chemical warfare defense training; and pallet build-up. Show less Coordinated the activities of the 2 primary care teams, 18 personnel, ensures an integrated, collaborative patient-centered approach. Collaborated with the Team Leads to facilitate optimal communication between primary care and admin staff and to ensure an effective, coordinated work flow. Oversaw the appointment scheduling process ensuring the effective use of staff and facility resources. Provided leadership and support for staff to enhance the effective use of the electronic health records system. Developed agendas for regular staff meetings in collaboration with staff; ensure that minutes of meetings are maintained and circulated to all stakeholders. Provided leadership in the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives related to primary care programs and services. Coordinated chart audits and other quality assurance activities. Participated in facility-wide quality assurance and improvement initiatives. Completed performance appraisals for all direct reports. Provided support and guidance to staff in the areas of effective communication and conflict-resolution. Show less Community College of the Air Force: Planned, organized, and directed classroom and practical instruction for 30 students every 2 months. Coordinated the day-to-day classroom schedule to ensure coverage and understanding of the course work. Utilized various technology support programs to enhance the acquisition of learning. Provided supervision of the student’s progress and provided tutoring and remedial instruction. Taught Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, National Registry of EMT-Basic classes. Ensured that the students met the mastery skills required for the courses and that students practiced their public speaking skills, in order to enhance confidence levels. Developed quizzes, tests, training plans and homework assignments to practice and determine the level of mastery of the subjects. Maintained the grade book and attendance records. Developed the lesson plans, tests, and syllabi, along with training aids to enhance student training requirements. American Heart CPR Training Center Faculty and Instructor. Completed standardized change management plan documentation, including outcomes, expectations, milestones, and metrics to measure change outcomes Tracked and monitored metrics for pass rate and curriculum changes. Show less Assisted physicians with in-office procedures such as IUD insertions and removals, colposcopies, cryo freezings, vulvar biopsies, etc. Observed obstetrical deliveries and gynecological surgeries. Examined and analyzed urine, rectal and vaginal specimens for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Maintained patient exam rooms. Referred and scheduled patients for specialized testing, Cesarean deliveries, inductions, surgery, etc. Performed finger sticks, urine dips, and pregnancy tests. Secured pregnant patients to NST and completed lab work. Set up for and assisted doctors in exams and procedures including Colposcopy, LEEPS, Amnio, excisions, and minor surgery. Filled in at reception and coordinated insurance pre-certifications and a multi-line phone system. Show less Responded to dispatched emergency assignments quickly and safely. Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at the scene. Interpreted limited histories and used physical examinations to identify potential underlying critical issues. Monitored patients for changes, and reviewed and revised plans accordingly. Kept vehicles ready for emergencies by cleaning them and keeping medical supplies stocked. Utilized knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology. Worked using nursing theory, techniques and procedures for patients needs to include, but not limited to, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, aseptic technique, medical ethics, legal aspects, administering medication as instructed by providers, operating and maintaining therapeutic equipment under military hygiene and sanitations standards. Participated in frequent call response in partnership with Critical Care RNs, Fire Departments, or law enforcement personnel. Focused on providing proactive public relations in the process of calming and assisting patients and their loved ones in the treatment and information gathering process. Assumed responsibility for radio reports, and utilized knowledge of AED and CPR Show less Carefully monitored the vital signs, progress and recovery of post-operative patients. Implemented the nursing care plan for patients and recording the progress of the plan in their medical records. Assisted patients with meals, dressing and bathing, ambulatory needs and other daily activities in the hours or days following surgery. Documented physician orders as instructed and carrying out services in those orders. Provided appropriate response to emergency situations with patients and providing other critical assistance to patients, as needed. Maintained accurate patient medical records by recording medical history, vital statistics and test results. Continually evaluated patient care needs, prioritizing treatment and maintaining patient flow. Performed a number of medical procedures, including temperature, pulse and blood pressure readings, TB testing and EKG's. Assisted physician with procedures. Show less

  • Military Training Instructor

    Jun 2017 - Sept 2019

  • Healthcare Manager- Pediatrics

    Feb 2014 - Jun 2017

  • Unit Deployment Manager- Medical Readiness

    Feb 2012 - Feb 2014

  • Team Manager- Family Health Clinic

    Jan 2010 - Feb 2012

  • Master Instructor- Emergency Medical Technician Course

    Jan 2006 - Jan 2010

  • Medical Technician- OB/GYN Clinic

    Jan 2005 - Jan 2006

  • Emergency Room Technician

    Jan 2003 - Jan 2005

  • Medical Technician- Ambulatory Care Unit & General Surgery Clinic

    Jan 2000 - Jan 2003

  • Student

    Jul 1999 - Jan 2000
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  Anchorage school district

  Jul 2019 - Dec 2021

  • Developed policies/procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal laws. • Established health procedures that guide health practice following public health recommendations.• Revised policies/procedures to align with AK Nurse Practice Act and other governing bodies. • Provided consultation regarding district management plans that involve the health/safety of 50K students and staff members. • Managed student health record system following the district/state record retention policy as well as student data privacy policy and FERPA. • Directed dispensing of medication in the schools. • Worked directly with students and families when appropriate regarding health concerns. • Provided district-wide approaches to promote health, positive school climate, and reduce barriers.• Promoted nursing services participation and duties on the special education teams. • Planned and networked with community partners to support student health. • Coordinated annual flu immunization clinic, providing over 12K vaccines annually. • Directly supervised 21 health services staff. • Oversaw 104 Registered Nurses. • Recruited, interviewed, and hired over 60 health services personnel and school nurses. • Planned, organized, and implemented orientation and training for health services staff. • Established staffing patterns, work schedules, and work assignments. • Established procedures and performance expectations for department staff. • Served as a resource to staff and monitor daily health services activity. • Monitored functions delegated to unlicensed health personnel. • Implemented systems of communication with health services staff. Show less • Managed the healthcare service department and school nursing staff in accordance with AK Nurse Practice Act, national standards of clinical nursing practice, state statutes, and regulations.• Supervised/managed 105 registered nurses, provided nursing guidance/recommendations to all key leadership and functional experts. • Led one of the top 100 largest school districts in the country through the COVID-19 pandemic, 1st district in country to cancel all domestic and international travel for staff and students in an effort to reduce transmission of COVID-19 in AK. • Fiscally responsible for $1.2M budget for salary, supplies and equipment for healthcare services department, developed and implemented systems for cost-effectiveness. • Developed and implemented Alaska’s first mass COVID-19 vaccination pod, coordinated 50 volunteer registered nurses and 25 support staff, administered over 25K vaccines to the community in 32 clinics/3 months. • Collaborated with community partners and manages contracts to develop effective healthcare programs that support 52K staff and students. • Coordinated, interviewed, and hired all nursing and support staff within healthcare services, managed priorities for recruiting to fill all positions, 98% of positions remained filled. • Analyzed current nursing process and school data and student health needs to systemically plan nursing care for students and managed the daily staffing and assignments based on school acuity and student count. • Initiated first ever quality improvement program for school nurses, shared ideas/program with nursing supervisors’ nationwide. • Identified and provided training for 200 personnel on a routine and as needed basis. • Resolves complaints, works with human resources department and unions to effect disciplinary hearings. Show less

  • Senior Director, Healthcare Services

    Mar 2021 - Dec 2021

  • Director, Healthcare Services

    Jul 2019 - Mar 2021
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  Patronas home repair

  Apr 2021 - now

  Business owner

  Patronas Home Repair provides knowledgeable, convenient, and reasonably-priced handyman services to Anchorage and the surrounding areas. We offer the community of Anchorage the finest home repair and maintenance for homeowners and property managers. By providing only handyman services, Patronas Home Repair will always attempt to repair the problem first; replacement is only an option if the item cannot be repaired. Repairing items is far less expensive for the customer.

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  Boys & girls clubs of southcentral alaska

  Jan 2022 - Sept 2023

  Chief executive officer

  • Guides, supports, and serves the Board of Directors in establishing goals and developing policies, procedures, budgets, and programs that fulfill the mission.• Monitors and approves the organization’s program services and assures achievement of its mission and goals.• Provides leadership to Club staff by developing administrative and operational standards by which goals will be met.• Assures management and attainment of resources necessary to ensure the financial operations of the agency are conducted in accordance with applicable laws.• Demonstrates that safety is a core value ensures that the management system conforms with membership requirements and industry standards, and is actively engaged in the safety improvement process.• Ensure that the organization is in compliance with membership and other requirements or standards of Boys & Girls Clubs of America and other affiliated and regulatory agencies and that the Organization has standards and measures in place that define effective safety practices, train those annually and identify vulnerabilities and strategies to mitigate risks.• Oversees staffing activities of the organization, including recruiting, training, and evaluation of both paid and volunteer staff. Role and Responsibilities.• Promotes Boys & Girls Club services to individuals, other service organizations, and the local community.• Directs and participates in public relations and fundraising activities.• Provides professional leadership to the Board of Directors to assure development of an effective and motivated board, including identification, recruitment, training and involvement of members in meeting the goals of the organization. Show less

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  Vistage worldwide, inc.

  Mar 2022 - Dec 2023

  Founding member

  As a Vistage member, I am committed to elevating my company and my community. Vistage is the world’s largest CEO peer advisory and executive coaching organization and has been helping business leaders make better decisions that get better results since 1957.

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  Huts for vets

  Jul 2022 - now

  Women's trip leader

  Huts for Vets uses Wilderness Therapy to help veterans adjust to and enjoy civilian life by gaining tools for enhancing mental, physical, spiritual and emotional health. The wilderness-based programs incorporate rigorous hikes through beautiful mountain scenery, camaraderie with fellow veterans, nutritious food, and philosophical explorations of literature.