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Livia Barnett

Newark

Summary

Dynamic Preventive Medicine Specialist with the US Army Reserve, recognized for exceptional leadership and initiative in injury prevention and infectious disease control. Proven track record in enhancing operational readiness and health compliance, while effectively coordinating interdisciplinary teams. Committed to patient education and emergency preparedness, driving impactful public health outcomes in diverse environments.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Preventive Medicine Specialist

US Army Reserve
04.2025 - Current
  • Volunteered for a 9-month deployment with only two weeks’ notice in support of CENTCOM operations under 3rd MED; provided critical assistance to the 791st Preventive Medicine Detachment, demonstrating exceptional flexibility, readiness, and dedication to global health and force protection missions
  • Demonstrated exceptional initiative and leadership as Mission NCOIC, filling a Staff Sergeant (SSG) role as a Sergeant (SGT) with only one assigned Soldier instead of the standard two; mentored junior personnel while overseeing Preventive Medicine quality assurance across five bases and three training areas throughout Jordan, ensuring operational readiness and health compliance under challenging conditions
  • Oversee sanitation quality for 20+ public facilities—including barber shops, gyms, MWR centers, pools, theaters, and recreation areas—across five bases and three training sites in Jordan; ensure health standards for over 1,500 U.S. service members, European allied forces, and civilian personnel by working directly with and managing local national contractors responsible for facility operations and sanitation compliance
  • Conduct routine sanitation inspections across 10+ food service facilities ensuring compliance with food handling, hygiene, and safety standards; work directly with Jordanian contractors to implement corrective actions and maintain operational excellence in support of over 1,500 multinational and U.S. personnel
  • Conducted three annual Occupational Environmental Health Site Assessments (OEHSAs) and ten quarterly Base Camp Assessments across multiple installations in Jordan, identifying and documenting force health risks related to injury and illness; collected water, food, and air samples to support long-term health tracking by DCPH stateside, and personally briefed findings to base commanders and ASG-J brigade leadership to drive preventive action and ensure operational safety
  • Proactively implemented cross-training initiatives for self and subordinate, seeking hands-on experience with the Role 1 TMC clinic, OSS public health nurse from Kuwait, and MDVSS veterinary personnel (68R & 68T); expanded team proficiency in Army food safety protocols and military working dog veterinary practices, enhancing mission versatility and fostering joint-service collaboration


  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring soldiers within my own units, battalion, and country to increase wide spread moral and meeting the Army Standards
  • Actively volunteer for MWR events to support unit morale and cohesion; currently pursuing elite milestones including the Sergeant Audie Murphy Club and Norwegian Foot March while mentoring junior Soldier to succeed at the October Soldier of the Month board and earn promotion to Sergeant during deployment
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Participated in joint- team efforts, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.

Preventive Medicine Specialist

US Army Reserve
10.2023 - 03.2025
  • Deployed twice consecutively for a total of 18 months, providing continuous mission-critical support and maintaining high operational standards across both rotations.
  • Led sanitation oversight for high-traffic facilities on a joint base, identifying and resolving health risks to maintain operational readiness and quality of life for 700+ personnel
  • Performed monthly inspections across 10+ AAFES and non-AAFES food service facilities, enforcing ServSafe and U.S. food handling standards to mitigate foodborne illness risks and ensure safe meal operations for over 700 service members and civilian personnel on a joint base
  • Communicated effectively with patients by actively listening and answering questions, conveying easily-understood information and educating on illnesses and treatment protocols.
  • Collaborated and communicated with people from all medical disciplines, patients, nursing staff and other key stakeholders to achieve and exceed Force Health protection measures
  • Implemented and managed vector surveillance and control programs with DoD entomologists, NAMRU South microbiologist, and local national Ministry of Health to reduce spread of disease and vector population control.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring soldiers within my own units, battalion, and country to increase wide spread moral and meeting the Army Standards
  • Completed over 100 volunteer hours with MWR events, BOSS Program, Norwegian foot marches, Honduran Orphanage visits, and Chapel hikes
  • Carried out all level 10 tasks through day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Cross training with units across the joint base to include Army food veterinary units, Troop Medical Center, Military police and working dog units, Air Force Fire department, Blackhawk and MEDEVAC aerial units, and headquarter support units for mechanical and postal services.
  • Was promoted to SGT June 2024.
  • Served as Mission NCOIC for multiple SOUTHCOM Ministry of Health engagements in Honduras, leading entomology and water quality assessments in partnership with the Ministry of Public Health to enhance potable water access and public health outcomes for underserved communities
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Operated as the Theater Water quality laboratory NCOIC as a PFC and Specialist improving functionality, organization, and efficiency of all water testing capabilities
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Served as Unit Public Affairs Representative (UPAR) during an 18-month deployment, earning an Army Achievement Medal (AAM) for capturing high-impact photography at NCO induction ceremonies, battalion events, and morale-boosting occasions such as unit weddings; awarded two Army Commendation Medals (ARCOMs) for outstanding performance and dedication at both phases of the deployment

Preventive Medicine Specialist

US Army Reserve
04.2022 - 02.2023
  • Volunteered for a 9-month overseas deployment just six weeks after completing Army Basic Training and AIT; demonstrated exceptional performance and adaptability, earning promotion to PFC in May and SPC by August during first operational assignmentIf you'd like to emphasize resilience, leadership potential, or how quickly you integrated into mission-critical operations, we can tailor it further. For example:Selected for deployment within weeks of initial training completion; rapidly advanced to SPC through outstanding performance and mission readiness during a 9-month assignment supporting joint operations
    Let me know if you'd like to pair this with a specific role or mission you supported during that deployment—I can help you build a cohesive experience section.
  • Led sanitation oversight for high-traffic facilities on a joint base, identifying and resolving health risks to maintain operational readiness and quality of life for 700+ personnel
  • Performed monthly inspections across 10+ AAFES and non-AAFES food service facilities, enforcing ServSafe and U.S. food handling standards to mitigate foodborne illness risks and ensure safe meal operations for over 700 service members and civilian personnel on a joint base
  • Communicated effectively with patients by actively listening and answering questions, conveying easily-understood information and educating on illnesses and treatment protocols.
  • Collaborated and communicated with people from all medical disciplines, patients, nursing staff and other key stakeholders to achieve and exceed Force Health protection measures
  • Implemented and managed vector surveillance and control programs with DoD entomologists, NAMRU South microbiologist, and local national Ministry of Health to reduce spread of disease and vector population control.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring soldiers within my own units, battalion, and country to increase wide spread moral
  • Completed over 50 volunteer hours with the MWR, Norwegian foot marches, Honduran Orphanage visits, and Chapel hikes earning the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal (MOVSM) in February of 2023
  • Carried out all level 10 tasks through day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Cross training with units across the joint base to include Army food veterinary units, Troop Medical Center, Military police and working dog units, Air Force Fire department, Blackhawk and MEDEVAC aerial units, and headquarter support units for mechanical and postal services.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Operated as the Theater Water quality laboratory NCOIC as a PFC and Specialist improving functionality, organization, and efficiency of all water testing capabilities
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Earned two Army Achievement Medals (AAMs) during the 9-month deployment—one for contributing to the top-performing team in battalion-level medical evacuation lane exercise, and another for authoring the best Soldier of the Month essay in September; awarded an Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) for meritorious service and exemplary dedication to mission success and unit excellence

Education

Associate of Arts - Public Health

University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
05-2026

Skills

  • Injury prevention techniques
  • Infectious disease control
  • Emergency preparedness planning
  • Mental health awareness
  • Interdisciplinary team coordination
  • Resource optimization
  • Emergency management
  • Research and analysis
  • Bacterial diseases
  • Public health procedures
  • Patient education
  • Public Speaking

Certification

  • Pesticide Management and Application Training - OCT 2023
  • ServSafe Manager CertificationTraining - 2026

Interests

  • Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
  • Gym Workouts
  • Mindfulness Practices
  • Swimming
  • Line dance, 2-step, and swing dance instructor
  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • I have a passion for photography and editing photos
  • Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
  • Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes

Timeline

Preventive Medicine Specialist

US Army Reserve
04.2025 - Current

Preventive Medicine Specialist

US Army Reserve
10.2023 - 03.2025

Preventive Medicine Specialist

US Army Reserve
04.2022 - 02.2023

Associate of Arts - Public Health

University of Cincinnati

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