Carmen Vazquez
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Accomplished Community Health NCO with a proven track record at the United States Air Force, USAF, saving $1.5 million by streamlining medical in-processing. Expert in community education and public speaking, enhanced public health through significant outreach and education. Recognized for leadership with the Top III Leadership Award, demonstrating exceptional process improvement and mental health support skills. Skilled Community Health Element Chief offering over 7 years of experience in healthcare. Excellence in managing individualized patient care by promoting and restoring patients' health through nursing and health education processes. Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to facilitate palliative care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Health NCO
United States Air Force, USAF
09.2022 - Current
- Oversaw 7,000 basic military trainees while initial entry processing, aiding in the development of in-processing for medical standards, eliminating 92 steps & saving the Air Force $1.5 million dollars in separation cost.
- Conducted home visits for at-risk patients, providing necessary medical care and support for improved wellbeing.
- Participated in community outreach events promoting public health resources and services available to local residents.
- Enhanced community health through delivering educational presentations on disease prevention, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles.
- Collaborated with other health-focused organizations and agencies to promote community health.
- Won Team of the Quarter
Force Health NCO
United States Air Force, USAF
11.2020 - 09.2022
- Spearheaded initiatives to improve patient satisfaction, resulting in increased positive feedback from patients and families.
- Maintained strict compliance with HIPAA regulations, safeguarding patient privacy and ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Served as a liaison between healthcare professionals, patients, and families to ensure effective communication and coordination of care plans.
- Assisted physicians in diagnosing illnesses by collecting samples for laboratory analysis as needed.
- Oversaw 2,500 Occupational Health workers who are exposed to hazardous materials, while creating a benchmark process that helped 76 medical treatment facilities when delivering N95 mask wear during COVID-19. Earning Top III Leadership Award of the Year.
Public Health Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
07.2017 - 11.2020
- Planned and conducted public health studies.
- Reduced disease transmission by conducting community health education workshops and providing informational materials.
- Improved community health outcomes by implementing evidence-based public health interventions and strategies.
- Built positive strategic relationships with key decision-makers to support health strategies and initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ashford University
San Diego, CA07.2024
Skills
- Community Education
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- At-risk patient care
- Insurance plan expert
- Mental Health Support
- Public Speaking
- Health Education
- Process Improvement
Accomplishments
- Top III Leadership Award 2022
- Non-Commissioned Officer of The Quarter 2021
- John L. Levitow 2020
- Airmen of the Medical Group 2018
- Collaborated with team of 20 in the development of Resiliency Training.
Certification
Epidemiology 2023
Duke University
Project Management 2022
Duke University
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Community Health NCO
United States Air Force, USAF
09.2022 - Current
Force Health NCO
United States Air Force, USAF
11.2020 - 09.2022
Public Health Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
07.2017 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ashford University
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