Gabrielle Varhola
Virginia Beach
Summary
Dedicated healthcare and administrative professional with over five years of service in the U.S. Navy, specializing in patient advocacy, compliance, and interagency coordination. Proven expertise in promoting accessibility and inclusion, evidenced by participation in Navy-wide Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) training and contributions to the NCIS Victim Impact Video Project aimed at enhancing trauma-informed care. Skilled in developing and facilitating training programs, engaging with diverse community groups, and navigating complex regulatory frameworks, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Recognized for fostering collaborative relationships across departments and with external stakeholders to advance equity and accessibility initiatives. Committed to continuous learning and professional development, as demonstrated by membership in the Alpha Beta Kappa National Honor Society
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Inpatient Warrior Family Liaison Office (IWFLO) & Warrior Family Coordination Cell (WFCC)
U.S. Navy- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
06.2020 - 05.2023
- Hours per week: 40
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
- From June 2020-December 2020 & March 2023-May 2023)
- Hand-selected as Special Assistant to the Hospital Director and Chief of Staff, supporting Wounded, Ill, and Injured (WII) service members and retirees.
- Conducted over 800 patient visits and more than 300 room inspections, proactively addressing patient needs and quality-of-life concerns.
- Served as Hospital Liaison and Retiree Liaison within the Warrior & Family Coordination Cell (WFCC). Organized and led 12 morale events, securing $7,000+ in donations and writing letters of appreciation to sponsors.
- Coordinated and chaperoned two White House tours for 100 WII family members and supported their onsite experience.
- Assisted in organizing and guiding 10 WII individuals and family members through the White House Easter Egg Roll, representing the hospital during a national-level event.
- Created a centralized WFCC business card to streamline contact and support services.
- Compiled and submitted confidential Congressional notifications and weekly WII reports with 100% accuracy.
Military Vaccination Operations Support
U.S. Navy- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
12.2020 - 03.2023
- Hours per week: 50
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
- Administered over 375,000 COVID-19 and 150,000 influenza vaccines to active-duty service members, reservists, dependents, DoD contractors, civilians, and members of 15+ federal agencies.
- Vaccinated President Barack Obama, administering his first COVID-19 vaccine as part of the national vaccine campaign.
- Maintained over 95% accuracy in vaccine preparation and administration with zero dose waste, ensuring unmatched safety and precision.
- Managed and accounted for millions of dollars in vaccine supplies, upholding cold chain integrity and rigorous inventory control.
- Tracked and documented every dose administered; submitted daily reports to Infectious Disease leadership for inclusion in briefs to the CO, CDC, and President of the United States.
- Personally administered emergency care, including epinephrine administration during an adverse vaccine reaction.
- Reconstituted 4,000+ Pfizer vaccine vials and prepared 3,000+ syringes with 100% accuracy.
- Helped vaccinate 100+ Afghan refugees and prepared temporary accommodations to support humanitarian response efforts.
- Volunteered for inclement weather and after-hours shifts to maintain vaccine integrity and prevent waste.
Liaison to Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS)
U.S. Navy- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Hours per week: 40
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
- Hand-selected by the JCS Primary Care Manager to schedule and coordinate appointments for all 8 members of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and their families.
- Maintained 100% patient confidentiality, assisted members personally to appointments, and ensured smooth navigation through the hospital.
- Worked with Patient Administration to create aliases for high-profile patients as needed.
- Successfully coordinated over 15 confidential appointments, including communication with outlying clinics and providers.
Command Distinguished Visitor Escort Program (CDVEP) Liaison
U.S. Navy- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Hours per week: 40
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
- Escorted over 1,000 high-level patients (e.g., Flag Officers, SES, Justices) to and from appointments with discretion and professionalism.
- Selected for excellent hospital knowledge, tact, and exemplary bearing under high-pressure conditions.
Office of Attending Physician (OAP) Liaison
U.S. Navy- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Hours per week: 40
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
- Sole liaison facilitating appointments and coordination for over 500 Congressional members and Supreme Court Justices.
- Booked 200+ appointments and coordinated communication between Capitol Hill and WRNMMC providers on 250+ occasions.
- Improved operational efficiency by redesigning the office tracking document with a color-coded system and organized tabs.
Executive Medicine General Duty Corpsman
U.S. Navy- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Hours per week: 40
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
- Delivered over 400 hours of direct patient care; assisted with vitals, EKGs, PAP smears, and minor procedures.
- Accurately facilitated over 1,500 appointments for high-level patients, including retirees and flag officers.
- Ensured timely clinic operations by opening/closing facilities, managing reports, and handling specimens.
Education
Associate's degree - Health Sciences
Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN12.2022
Technical or occupational certificate - Nurse Aid
Albany Technical College
Albany, GA05.2018
Skills
- ADDITIONAL SKILLS
- Emergency Response & Triage Care
- Public Health Logistics
- Data Tracking & Reporting (Excel)
- Cold Chain & Vaccine Management
- Event Coordination
- HIPAA & Privacy Compliance
- Friendly, positive attitude
Timeline
Military Vaccination Operations Support
U.S. Navy- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
12.2020 - 03.2023
Inpatient Warrior Family Liaison Office (IWFLO) & Warrior Family Coordination Cell (WFCC)
U.S. Navy- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
06.2020 - 05.2023
Liaison to Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS)
U.S. Navy- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
11.2019 - 06.2020
Command Distinguished Visitor Escort Program (CDVEP) Liaison
U.S. Navy- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
10.2019 - 06.2020
Office of Attending Physician (OAP) Liaison
U.S. Navy- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
10.2019 - 06.2020
Executive Medicine General Duty Corpsman
U.S. Navy- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
08.2019 - 06.2020
Technical or occupational certificate - Nurse Aid
Albany Technical College
Associate's degree - Health Sciences
Purdue University Global
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