EDUARDO Mendez Landa
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Public Health Nursing
Ft. Sam Houston, TX
2022.07 - Current
- Planned, coordinated, and implemented interventions targeting disease prevention to enhance force health protection and readiness for over 240,000 soldiers and beneficiaries.
- Conducts epidemiological investigations of communicable diseases. Disseminates wellness information to the military community based on Public Health Command and U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention guidance. Develops and implements health-promoting activities for the population served.
- Served as the seasonal influenza campaign's Action Officer and assisted as BAMC's Assistant Health Emergency Officer (APHEO).
- Managed a diverse team comprising of eight professionals and three paraprofessionals.
- Facilitates partnerships and health improvements at the population level through collaboration with community organizations
Officer in Charge COVID19 Testing & Vaccinatioin
Ft. Hood, TX
2020.12 - 2022.01
- Served as the Program Manager for COVID19 Vaccines and Drive Thru Testing site at DoD's largest and busiest power projection platform.
- Managed and directed a team of 75 staff members to deliver exceptional service to over 187,000 community members.
- Maintained detailed records on-site metrics such as daily tests performed, turnaround times for results, and positive case rates to inform decision-making processes.
- Implemented best practices from industry experts to continually improve testing site operations.
- Enhanced patient experience with clear communication and efficient scheduling procedures.
- Supported community outreach efforts by participating in local events promoting influenza vaccination awareness.
Staff Public Health Nurse
Ft. Hood, TX
2019.07 - 2020.12
- Educated the public on disease prevention strategies through community presentations, workshops, and written materials.
- Reduced disease transmission through administering immunizations and providing education on infection prevention.
- Increased vaccination rates within the community through targeted campaigns and educational outreach efforts.
Staff Public Health Nurse
Cp. Humphreys, South Korea
2018.06 - 2019.07
- Serves as an Army Public Health Nurse (APHN) in Area III on the Korean peninsula, contributing to the planning, implementation, and evaluation of health programs dedicated to supporting the well-being of over 28,000 service members and beneficiaries.
- Conducts necessary Public Health inspections for Humphreys Army Garrison's CYS facilities to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Manages patient encounters in clinics such as Latent Tuberculosis (LTBI), Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) and Tobacco Cessation to improve public health outcomes.
- Manages pregnancy and postpartum education program in partnership with ACS.
Clinical/Charge Nurse
Ft. Hood, TX
2015.01 - 2018.03
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal care for patients on the 24 bed/24 bassinet MBU.
- Delivered family centered nursing care to both routine and complicated antepartum and postpartum patients, along with low and high risk newborns.
- Created effective strategies for delivering nursing care that adhered to organizational guidelines, resulting in improved quality of care.
- Ensures health care promotion of both mother
and newborn by incorporating interdisciplinary and supportive care services to ensure goals are met for
Soldiers and Family Members at the time of discharge.
68W Senior Bravo Troop Line Medic
Ft. Campbell, KY
2011.08 - 2012.12
68W Bravo Troop Line Medic
Ft. Campbell, KY
2010.08 - 2011.08
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM12.2008
Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Flexible and Adaptable
Statelicensure - Rn
Tennessee
Rank
CAPTAIN
Branch
ANC
Militaryeducation
- Preventive Medicine Senior Leader Course, Ft. Sam Houston, 2024
- Public Health Emergency Management Course, JBSA Ft. Sam Houston, 2023
- Captain Career Course, Ft. Sam Houston, 2022
- Master Fitness Trainer, Ft. Hood, 2021
- Principles of Military Preventive Medicine, Ft. Sam Houston, 2018
- Sexually Transmitted Disease Intervention Course, Ft. Sam Houston, 2018
- Master Resilience Trainer (MRT), Ft. Hood, 2016
- Basic Officer Leaders Course (BOLC), Ft. Sam Houston, 2015
- Warriors Leader Course, Ft. Campbell, 2011
- Health Care Specialist, Ft. Sam Houston, 2010
- Combat Lifesaver Course, Ft. Sam Houston, 2010
Militaryworkexperience
- 66B Chief Public Health Nursing, Ft. Sam Houston, TX, 07/2022 - Present
- 66B OIC COVID19 Testing, Ft. Hood, TX, 08/2021 - 01/2022
- 66B OIC COVID19 Vaccine Operations, Ft. Hood, TX, 12/2020 - 06/2021
- 66B Public Health Nurse, Ft. Hood, TX, 07/2019 - 12/2020
- 66B Public Health Nurse, Cp. Humphreys, South Korea, 06/2018 - 07/2019
- 66H Clinical/Charge Nurse, Ft. Hood, TX, 01/2015 - 03/2018
- 68W Senior Bravo Troop Line Medic, Ft. Campbell, KY, 08/2011 - 12/2012
- 68W Bravo Troop Line Medic, Ft. Campbell, KY, 08/2010 - 08/2011
Nationalcertifications
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, 03/2025
- Advance Cardiovascular Life Support, American Heart Association, 02/2025
Decorationsandawards
- Meritorious Service Medal, Ft. Hood, TX, 2022
- Army Achievement Medal, Ft. Shafter, HI, 2021
- Combat Medical Badge, Ft. Campbell, KY, 2011
- Expert Field Medic Badge, Ft. Campbell, KY, 2011
- Good Conduct Medal, Ft. Campbell, KY, 2012
- NATO Medal, Ft. Campbell, KY, 2011
- Army Commendation Medal (1SOL), Ft. Campbell, KY, 2011
- Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Ft. Campbell, KY, 2011
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Ft. Campbell, KY, 2011
- Army NCO Professional Development Ribbon, Ft. Campbell, KY, 2011
- National Defense Service Medal, Ft. Sill, OK, 2010
- Army Service Ribbon, Ft. Sill, OK, 2010
Affiliationsandorganizationmemberships
- Military WIC Office Council (MWOC), 02/2024
- American Public Health Association, 04/2020
- Association of Public Health Nursing, 07/2018
- Tennessee Nursing Association, 12/2015
- Student Nurse’s Association, Austin Peay, 01/2012
Featuredspeaker
- The Great Big Podcast, Ft. Hood, 01/2021
- The Great Big Podcast, Ft. Hood, 05/2021
- Master Ceremony ANC Birthday Celebration ft. ANC Chief MG Holcomb, Ft. Hood, 02/2017
Volunteerorganizations
- Harker Heights High School Cross Country Coach/Volunteer, 2019-2021
- Child Youth and School Services (CYSS) Coach/Volunteer, 10/2018
- Killeen Independent School District Volunteer, 05/2017
- Team Red White and Blue, 08/2016
- St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 08/2016
- Susan G Komen, 10/2014
- American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (APSCA), 08/2013
- St. Michaels Catholic Church, Clarksville TN, 08/2013
Presentations
MRT for Resiliency Training, Ft. Hood, 08/2016
Projects
Officer in Charge Children’s Fair, Fort Sam Houston, 10/2023 JBSA-FSH Ten Miler Captain, Fort Sam Houston, 2023 Public Health Nursing Recruiting Working Group, Virtual, 2021-present Ft. Hood ARMY Ten Miler Captain, Ft. Hood, 2019-2020 Ft. Hood ARMY Ten Miler Runner, Ft. Hood, 2017, 2019, 2021 APFT/Running/Fitness Trainer, Ft. Hood, 06/2017 Fitness Instructor for Commander’s Physical Readiness Training Program, Ft. Hood, 05/2017 Code Blue Training, Mother Baby Unit, Ft Hood, 10/2016
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Chief Public Health Nursing
Ft. Sam Houston, TX
2022.07 - Current
Officer in Charge COVID19 Testing & Vaccinatioin
Ft. Hood, TX
2020.12 - 2022.01
Staff Public Health Nurse
Ft. Hood, TX
2019.07 - 2020.12
Staff Public Health Nurse
Cp. Humphreys, South Korea
2018.06 - 2019.07
Clinical/Charge Nurse
Ft. Hood, TX
2015.01 - 2018.03
68W Senior Bravo Troop Line Medic
Ft. Campbell, KY
2011.08 - 2012.12
68W Bravo Troop Line Medic
Ft. Campbell, KY
2010.08 - 2011.08
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Austin Peay State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of New Mexico
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