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CARLA BRAVO

Colorado Springs,CO

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented Master of Social Work (MSW) student at Liberty University with a solid academic foundation in Interdisciplinary Studies, also from Liberty University. Leveraging a background as a Surgical Technician in the Army, I possess extensive experience in medical operations and patient care. I currently serve as a Medical Operations Non-Commissioned Officer at the 4th Infantry Division Headquarters, where I utilize leadership skills and operational expertise to ensure adequate medical support and coordination. Committed to applying my diverse skills and experiences to serve communities and contribute to the field of social work.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Operations Non Commissioned Officer

Army
Fort Carson, CO
04.2020 - Current
  • Developed training plans and programs to improve operational readiness.
  • Created and maintained daily, weekly, monthly reports on operations performance.
  • Conducted research and analysis to identify operational trends and opportunities for improvement.
  • Provided guidance and support to subordinate personnel in order to ensure mission success.
  • Led teams in the planning and execution of complex operations missions.
  • Coordinated with other departments or agencies to ensure smooth operations flow.
  • Established procedures for maintaining accurate records of all activities related to operations functions.
  • Implemented quality control measures in order to guarantee consistent results from all operations activities.
  • Collaborated with senior leaders on long-term strategies for improving overall operations performance.
  • Managed budgets associated with the various operational tasks assigned by senior leadership.
  • Organized meetings between stakeholders involved in operational initiatives as needed.
  • Evaluated and enhanced workflow to implement best practices, reduce costs and increase staff motivation and satisfaction.
  • Trained, coached and mentored military units to improve readiness and training.
  • Directed logistical training procedures to adhere to military regulations.
  • Requisitioned, received and properly stored unit equipment and supplies.
  • Ensured mission accomplishment through effective management of resources.
  • Coordinated daily activities with other staff sections to ensure efficient use of resources.
  • Maintained accountability of personnel, equipment and supplies.
  • Conducted training exercises to maintain proficiency in mission essential tasks.
  • Provided technical guidance and assistance to subordinates.
  • Developed standard operating procedures for unit operations.
  • Monitored the performance of subordinate personnel and provided feedback as necessary.
  • Maintained a high level of discipline among all personnel assigned to the unit.
  • Reviewed after action reports for accuracy and completeness.
  • Enforced safety regulations to prevent injury or loss of life during missions.
  • Analyzed data from various sources to develop solutions for operational issues.
  • Advised senior leadership on matters related to tactical operations.
  • Managed logistics requirements for unit deployments.
  • Drafted plans and orders for execution by subordinate units.
  • Assessed readiness status of subordinate units prior to deployment.
  • Conducted inspections to ensure compliance with established standards.
  • Evaluated performance appraisals submitted by subordinates and recommended appropriate actions.
  • Interpreted policies, regulations, and directives applicable to unit operations.
  • Stored and safeguarded classified information to maintain utmost confidentiality.
  • Prepared detailed written reports and formulated policy and guidance for use of subordinate organizations.

Operating Room Manager

Army
Fort Hood, TX
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Developed and maintained departmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented staff education programs for the operating room personnel.
  • Coordinated patient scheduling, equipment maintenance, and inventory control of supplies.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for operating room personnel.
  • Monitored staff productivity and provided feedback on performance.
  • Assisted in the development of annual budget plans for the operating room.
  • Provided leadership and direction to ensure quality patient care is delivered in a timely manner.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the operating room, including staffing schedules and assignments.
  • Managed resources effectively to meet service demands while maintaining cost efficiency objectives.
  • Collaborated with other departments within the hospital to coordinate services needed for surgical procedures.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed in order to minimize risk of infection or injury.
  • Maintained accurate records of surgeries performed, equipment used, and supplies utilized.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care planning needs.
  • Analyzed trends in surgical cases to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Recruited qualified medical personnel as needed for the operating room staff.
  • Facilitated communication between staff members, surgeons, patients, and families throughout the surgical process.
  • Performed administrative duties such as billing reconciliation, data entry, report writing.
  • Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
  • Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
  • Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
  • Maintained awareness of government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
  • Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
  • Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.

Detachment Sergeant

Army
Fort Bliss, TX
07.2017 - 08.2019
  • Provided guidance and support to subordinates in the completion of their tasks.
  • Ensured that all personnel were properly trained on departmental policies and procedures.
  • Conducted daily roll calls and assigned duties to officers.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of existing security protocols within the detachment area.
  • Managed day-to-day operations including budgeting, scheduling, and equipment maintenance.
  • Collaborated with other agencies on joint operations involving multi-jurisdictional areas.
  • Performed periodic inspections of facilities within the jurisdiction to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing incidents handled by officers in my unit.
  • Trained, coached and mentored military units to improve readiness and training.
  • Prepared, planned for and coordinated execution of support missions to aid deployed forces and individuals.
  • Stored and safeguarded classified information to maintain utmost confidentiality.
  • Executed emergency response security to eliminate hazards and potential dangers.
  • Monitored equipment during testing, simulations and live-fire exercises to detect operator errors or system malfunctions.

Equal Opportunity Leader

Army
Sacramento, CA
03.2014 - 06.2017
  • Developed and implemented training programs to ensure compliance with equal opportunity laws and regulations.
  • Facilitated workshops on diversity, inclusion, and anti-discrimination policies for staff members.
  • Provided guidance to management on best practices for promoting a diverse workforce.
  • Created presentations highlighting the importance of equal employment opportunities in the workplace.
  • Analyzed data from employee surveys to identify trends or areas needing improvement in regards to diversity initiatives.
  • Advised senior leadership on methods for increasing awareness about equal opportunity rights among employees.
  • Coordinated events aimed at celebrating cultural differences among staff members.
  • Developed procedures for responding quickly and effectively to complaints of discrimination or harassment.
  • Developed and presented talks on EO standards.
  • Received complaints and conducted in-depth investigations into activities.
  • Interviewed personnel involved in discrimination and equal rights complaints to collect information, outline grievances and mediate conflicts.
  • Trained employees on equal opportunity laws and provided avenues for reporting violations.
  • Kept detailed records of interviews and data to meet compliance standards and support future reviews.

Surgical Technologist

Army
Colorado Springs, United States
02.2007 - 02.2014
  • Assisted surgeons during surgical procedures by passing instruments and supplies
  • Prepared operating rooms by sterilizing equipment and ensuring all necessary supplies are available
  • Maintained a sterile field during surgeries to minimize the risk of infection
  • Managed inventory of surgical instruments and supplies, ensuring their availability and proper functioning
  • Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures.
  • Assisted in the application of wound dressings, casts, and other medical devices.
  • Provided assistance to surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
  • Transported patients to operating room before surgery and monitored vital signs throughout procedure.
  • Ensured all necessary equipment was available for each procedure.
  • Organized operating room by setting up surgical trays with instruments according to surgeon preference.
  • Kept inventory of supplies and ordered new items as needed.
  • Performed pre-operative skin preparation on patients prior to surgery.
  • Observed aseptic technique and infection control protocols at all times.
  • Assisted in positioning patients on operating table and covered them with sterile drapes.
  • Monitored sterilization process for surgical instruments or equipment used during procedures.
  • Cleansed and disinfected operating rooms after procedures were completed.
  • Retrieved implants from storage area prior to start of procedure.
  • Verified correct identification of patient prior to any operation or procedure.
  • Completed documentation related to patient care, such as recording vital signs or documenting medications administered.
  • Inspected instruments post-operatively for proper function or damage before returning them to stock room.
  • Provided support services such as stocking supplies in OR rooms or restocking carts between cases.
  • Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, scrub techs., while performing duties in the OR environment.
  • Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
  • Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
  • Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
  • Recounted surgical instruments and supplies at end of operation, eliminating chance of items left inside patient.
  • Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.
  • Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
  • Collaborated with vendors and service providers to coordinate required services and equipment.
  • Prepared, cared for and disposed of tissue specimens taken for laboratory analysis.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols when sterilizing instruments, discarding medical supplies and disposing of waste.
  • Trained [Number] staff members on operating room procedures, infection control and safety and functionality procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
12.2023

Skills

  • Sterilization techniques
  • Surgical instrument handling
  • Patient positioning
  • Infection control
  • Medical terminology
  • Emergency response
  • Team collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Equipment Preventive Maintenance
  • Stress Management
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Verbal Reports
  • Troop Training
  • First Aid and Buddy Care
  • Troop Field Deployment
  • Supplies Transportation
  • Mission Planning
  • Operations Monitoring
  • Training Management
  • Teamwork and Loyalty

Certification

  • BLS
  • CLS
  • ALS

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Medical Operations Non Commissioned Officer

Army
04.2020 - Current

Operating Room Manager

Army
09.2019 - 03.2020

Detachment Sergeant

Army
07.2017 - 08.2019

Equal Opportunity Leader

Army
03.2014 - 06.2017

Surgical Technologist

Army
02.2007 - 02.2014

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Liberty University

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