Paul M. Strecker
Cedar Rapids,IA
Summary
Enthusiastic professional with over 24 years of experience in emergency medicine and weapons. Holds certifications in CPR instruction and tactical medicine with a Secret clearance. Proven ability to maintain order, protect life, and property. Former military member with extensive leadership experience, with possession of tactical skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Aide
Veterans Affairs Hospital
04.2023 - Current
- Assist up to 15 patients daily with personal care tasks, ensuring safety and dignity.
- Managed dietary needs and performed therapeutic treatments for patients in crisis.
- With a high rate of success in conflict management and de-escalation.
- Utilized electronic medical records systems to document patient care accurately.
- Responded effectively to challenging patient behaviors using de-escalation techniques.
1SG (NCOIC)
330 MED BDE HQ
04.2019 - 06.2022
- Supervises 150 Soldiers and civilian staff in establishing and running a Hospital Command in a sparse location.
- Recognized by superiors for being an Outstanding Unit.
- Responsible for high-level communications to senior and junior personnel, inter-agency, and briefing senior leadership on critical information promptly.
- Trains medics on-field medical care; suturing, sick call procedures, medication administration, electronic medical records, and patient tracking.
- Mentors Soldiers for personal issues and professional schools.
- Responsible for processing detailed letters, memorandums, reports, and personnel actions, including promotions, leave, military orders, and disciplinary actions, trained in DTMS, DTS, and DFAS issues.
NCOIC of TMC
Fort Hood, TX
Fort Hood, TX
03.2018 - 02.2019
- Responsible for the direct supervision of 45 military and civilian staff, providing guidance and direction in the successful accomplishment of their duties and maintenance of all certifications.
- Performed medical assessment, and EMR documentation and trained new medics.
- Ensured staff accomplished their duties in compliance with all military medical requirements.
Observer/Controller/Trainer (OC/T)
Fort McCoy, WI
Fort McCoy, WI
07.2016 - 09.2016
- Consulted, identified deficiencies, and certified 3 units (Two Combat Support Hospital Battalions and a Ground Ambulance Company) under my supervision for deployment.
- Planned and facilitated strategic hospital operation scenarios.
- Ensured all deficiencies in the unit’s training were addressed, and staff knowledge and communications were improved.
NCOIC of TMC
Camp Atterbury, IN
Camp Atterbury, IN
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Responsible for the direct supervision of 15 civilian staff and the direct supervision and development of 40 Soldiers, provided guidance and direction in the successful accomplishment of their duties, and kept all certifications current.
- Trained in new medicines in the skills necessary to accomplish their duties and ensured compliance with all military medical requirements.
- Coordinated schedules for medical coverage for flights and ranges and facilitated health assessments and medical screenings on 500 Soldiers/week.
Education
Bachelors Degree (BBA) - Operations Management
Skills
- Patient care
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Electronic charting
Timeline
Nursing Aide
Veterans Affairs Hospital
04.2023 - Current
1SG (NCOIC)
330 MED BDE HQ
04.2019 - 06.2022
NCOIC of TMC
Fort Hood, TX
03.2018 - 02.2019
Observer/Controller/Trainer (OC/T)
Fort McCoy, WI
07.2016 - 09.2016
NCOIC of TMC
Camp Atterbury, IN
01.2011 - 01.2012