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Paul Ziegler

Bensalem,PA

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Public Health nUrse dedicated to promoting community health through prevention and educational outreach. Effective mentor and natural leader focused on fostering positive and collaborative organizational culture. Dedicated to promoting health among at-risk populations through education, special services and preventive health care. Exceptional Head Chef with superb understanding of recipes and food cooking methods. Specialties include determining proper portions, menu planning and managing food inventory. Passionate about food and hospitality. Skillfully manage kitchen and food preparation areas. Established public health professional promoting several decades of expertise in nonprofit and public sector environments. Highly astute with compassionate personality. Background working with municipal public health organizations in investigative capacities. Resilient and focused public health professional with recent degree in [Area of study]. Dedicated, compassionate and heavily involved in local community. Offers dynamic research skills within healthcare organizations. Highly regarded Registered Nurse offering more than [Number] years of expertise in public health. True team player successful at participating in community events and public speaking ventures. Background working with state-of-art healthcare organizations involved in community outreach. Public Health Analyst bringing [Number] years in field of public health. Expertise in [Skill] and [Skill]. Established Public Health Coordinator committed to advocating for high-risk groups. Comfortable interfacing with stakeholders, peers, community leaders and all members of public. Dedicated Public Health professional highly proficient in research aligned with federal regulations. Offering [Number] years of related expertise combined with commitment to improving community health and wellbeing. Effective public health researcher well-educated in all areas of infection control and risk management. Highly compassionate in most sensitive of situations. Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with [Type] cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational [Language] skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief, Army Public Health Nursing

US Army
Keller Army Community Hospital, West Point, NY
01.2019 - 07.2021
  • Met with members of public and local leaders at various community events and discussed ways to prevent illness, food contamination and obesity.
  • Prevented illness by education public on healthy practices to stop disease within the community.
  • Coordinated work groups and outreach activities.
  • Wrote summaries, reports and other correspondence regarding community outreach efforts.
  • Assumed responsibility for agency in absence of department Chief.
  • Conducted needs assessments to determine which materials and services were warranted for each individual case.
  • Performed post-discharge follow-up and offered counseling services if available.
  • Collected and organized quality data from multiple sources and disseminated to appropriate individuals.
  • Assessed and responded to individual and community health education needs.
  • Designed educational materials used to inform policymakers and community stakeholders.
  • Reviewed patient records for unusual issues, cluster infections, and known pathogens so that outbreaks could be remedied quickly.
  • Collected, organized and disseminated quality data from multiple sources.
  • Executed hospital prevention and health promotion programs to improve awareness of health-related issues and conditions.
  • Implemented multi-year project addressing child maltreatment and malnutrition.
  • Documented and investigated complaints and potentially fraudulent claims.
  • Safely administered Influenza and SAR-CoV-2 vaccinations, providing education to customers on vaccines, dosage, indications, precautions, contraindications and potential side effects.
  • Visited homes to determine patient and family needs.
  • Educated community members about environmentally-related health issues.
  • Spearheaded program to address the growing threat of sexually transmitted disease among the Cadet population
  • Attended research meetings, took notes and provided accurate updates on projects.
  • Supervised performance of 10 clinical and field staff, identifying areas requiring immediate improvement.
  • Worked with individuals to determine specific needs based on general tests and refer them to other community resources.
  • Developed and streamlined systems for monitoring and tracking program effectiveness.
  • Drafted and edited correspondence and prepared meeting materials.
  • Provided extensive materials and answered questions from public during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, while advising key leadership on protective measures.
  • Led presentations at media events on program successes and progress.
  • Provided extensive materials and answered questions from public during teh SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, while advising on protective measures.
  • Collected HIV risk assessment data and entered findings in centralized database.

Chief, Clinical Operations

US Army
Fort Bragg, NC
05.2016 - 01.2019


  • Provided key leadership with accurate monthly reports related to reporting/tracking of medical and dental readiness information for Soldiers, Direct Reporting Units (DRU) and Task Forces.
  • Basic Life Saving (BLS) course instructor, 28th Combat Support Hospital.
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) instructor, Fort Bragg Medical Support and Training Center (MSTC).
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) instructor, Fort Bragg Medical Support and Training Center (MSTC).
  • Serviced as observer/training advisor for 240th Forward Surgical Team (FST) during field exercises at Joint Readiness and Training Center (JRTC), Fort Polk, Louisiana.
  • Serviced as observer/training advisor for 82nd Airborne Division first line combat medical units during field exercises at the Joint Readiness and Training Center (JRTC), Fort Polk, Louisiana.
  • Directly responsible for the planning and implementation of the annual Army influenza vaccination campaign. Ensured 100% vaccination rate among all eligible unit personnel.
  • Provided leadership/mentorship to Clinical Operations Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC).
  • Directly Responsible for Medical Protection System (MEDPROS) data entry. Reported all findings to the CSH Commander. Ensured all medical/dental readiness statistics remained above 90%.
  • Ensured all Soldiers within DRU's were provided with appropriate medical training.
  • Served as public health subject matter expert/key advisor to group commander during 2018 Medical Readiness and Training Exercise (MEDRETE), Kigali Military Hospital, Rwanda.
  • Served as part-time Emergency Room Nurse, Womack Army Medical Center, Fort Bragg, NC.

Chief, Army Public Health Nursing

US Army
Bavaria Medical Command (BMEDDAC), Vilseck, Germany
10.2013 - 06.2016
  • Served as primary advisor, Child/Youth Services (CYS) for Bavaria Medical Command. Provided training to CYS
  • In absence of Chief, served as Deputy Chief, Department of Preventive Medicine, Bavaria Medical Command (BMEDDAC).
  • In absence of the Public Health Emergency Officer (PHEO), served a Alternate Public Health Emergency Officer (APHEO) during 2014-2016 Ebola outbreak.
  • Prevented illness by educating public on healthy practices to halt progression of disease.
  • Served as subject matter expert/counselor for Latent Tuberculosis Infection
  • Served as subject matter expert/counselor for Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI).
  • Served as subject matter expert/counselor for Tobacco Cessation.
  • Spearheaded the development and implementation of enhanced Sexually Transmitted Infection monitoring, counseling and treatment program for the BMEDDAC community.
  • Met with members of public and local leaders at various community events and discussed ways to prevent illness and food/water contamination.
  • Provided extensive materials and answered questions from public during 2014-2016 Ebola outbreak, while advising Unit Commanders/Community Leadership with regard to protective measures.
  • Reviewed patient records for unusual issues, cluster infections and known pathogens so that outbreaks could be remedied quickly.
  • Met with members of public and local leaders at various community events and discussed ways to reduce illness, food contamination, and obesity.
  • Collected HIV risk assessment data and entered findings in centralized database.
  • Processed contract agreements for evaluation consultants and other outside vendors.
  • Supervised performance of 5 clinical staff, identifying areas requiring immediate improvement.
  • Developed and streamlined systems for monitoring and tracking STI counseling/treatment program effectiveness.

Army Public Health Nurse

US Army
Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center, Fort Hood, TX
06.2011 - 10.2013
  • Prevented illness by education public on healthy practices to stop disease.
  • Met with members of public and local leaders at various community events and discussed ways to reduce illness, food contamination and obesity.
  • Visited homes, assessing patient and family needs.
  • Assessed and responded to individual and community health education needs.
  • Coordinated work groups and outreach activities.
  • Educated community members about environmentally-related health issues.
  • Conducted needs assessments to determine which materials and services were warranted for each individual case.
  • Reviewed patient records for unusual issues, cluster infections and known pathogens so that outbreaks could be remedied quickly.
  • Collected, organized and disseminated quality data from multiple sources.
  • Visited homes to determine patient and family needs.
  • Performed post-discharge follow-up and offered counseling services if available.
  • Executed hospital prevention and health promotion programs to improve awareness of health-related issues and conditions.
  • Wrote summaries, reports and other correspondence regarding community outreach efforts.
  • Spearheaded program to promote healthy development of children with focus on nutrition.
  • Met with members of public and local leaders at various community events and discussed ways to reduce illness, food contamination, and obesity.
  • Documented and investigated complaints and potentially fraudulent claims.
  • Collected and organized quality data from multiple sources and disseminated to appropriate individuals.
  • Reviewed patient records for unusual issues, cluster infections, and known pathogens so that outbreaks could be remedied quickly.
  • Attended research meetings, took notes and provided accurate updates on projects.
  • Implemented multi-year project addressing child maltreatment and malnutrition.
  • Collected HIV risk assessment data and entered findings in centralized database.
  • Developed and streamlined systems for monitoring and tracking program effectiveness.
  • Created fact sheets, media advisories, brochures, [Type] ads and newsletters.
  • Worked with individuals to determine specific needs based on general tests and refer them to other community resources.
  • Drafted and edited correspondence and prepared meeting materials.
  • Designed educational materials used to inform policymakers and community stakeholders.
  • Provided extensive materials and answered questions from public during [Type] disease outbreak, while advising on protective measures.
  • Delivered key information to callers regarding [Type] and [Type] health conditions and identified appropriate resources within community.
  • Handled data queries and resolved [Type] issues within required timeframes.
  • Assumed responsibility for agency in absence of director.
  • Provided extensive materials and answered questions from public during [Type] public health crises, while advising on protective measures.
  • Led presentations at media events on program successes and progress.
  • Designed client satisfaction surveys, preserving confidentiality of participants and program information.
  • Prepared expense reports, filed fund disbursement requests and managed credit card and project expense reconciliations.
  • Supervised performance of [Number] clinical staff, identifying areas requiring immediate improvement.
  • Safely administered flu and pneumonia vaccinations, providing education to customers on vaccines, dosage, indications, precautions, contraindications and potential side effects.
  • Processed contract agreements for evaluation consultants and other outside vendors.

Charge Nurse, Emergency Department

US Army
Womack Army Medical Center, Fort Bragg , NC
04.2009 - 06.2011
  • Managed JP drains and chest, nasogastric, G and peg tubes.
  • Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
  • Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
  • Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
  • Managed various medications and treatments such as peritoneal dialysis, IV push, oral, subcutaneous, IV infusion and and intramuscular injections.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
  • Documented medications administered, treatments and patient procedures performed in appropriate records according to privacy requirements.
  • Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to home care, rehabilitative facility or self-care.
  • Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
  • Interacted smoothly with patients and loved ones, updated on care plans and advocated for needs.
  • Identified unit areas of inadequacy and adjusted procedures to close gaps and improve policies.
  • Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
  • Triaged incoming phone calls from emergency rooms and inpatient units to determine needs and prioritize care.
  • Collaborated with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health.
  • Educated patients and caregivers of various available external resources to support wound management, disease management and medication administration.
  • Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Directed patient care activities, guided and trained RNs, LPNs and residential advisors during shift.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement on criminal cases by quickly reporting injuries and collecting needed evidence.
  • Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
  • Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
  • Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

Charge Nurse, Emergency Department

Capital Regional Medical Center
Tallahassee, FL
07.2007 - 04.2009
  • Managed JP drains and chest, nasogastric, G and peg tubes.
  • Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
  • Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
  • Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
  • Managed various medications and treatments such as peritoneal dialysis, IV push, oral, subcutaneous, IV infusion and and intramuscular injections.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
  • Documented medications administered, treatments and patient procedures performed in appropriate records according to privacy requirements.
  • Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to home care, rehabilitative facility or self-care.
  • Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
  • Interacted smoothly with patients and loved ones, updated on care plans and advocated for needs.
  • Identified unit areas of inadequacy and adjusted procedures to close gaps and improve policies.
  • Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
  • Triaged incoming phone calls from emergency rooms and inpatient units to determine needs and prioritize care.
  • Collaborated with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health.
  • Educated patients and caregivers of various available external resources to support wound management, disease management and medication administration.
  • Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Directed patient care activities, guided and trained RNs, LPNs and residential advisors during shift.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement on criminal cases by quickly reporting injuries and collecting needed evidence.
  • Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
  • Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
  • Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

Emergency Room Registered Nurse/Trauma Registered Nurse

Albert Einstein Medical Center
Philadelphia, PA
03.2005 - 07.2007
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
  • Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement on criminal cases by quickly reporting injuries and collecting needed evidence.
  • Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Cared for patients in [Number]-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Assessed and evaluated mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to initiate, manage and modify individualized care plans.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and [Type] workshops.
  • Administered medications to [Number] patients and monitored response to medications.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels for [Type] rehabilitation unit.
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
  • Participated in [Type] policy committee to discuss policies, propose revisions and implement changes.
  • Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of [Type] patients in challenging [Type] environment.
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Identified [Type] and [Type] conditions by conducting health screenings and reviewing patient histories.
  • Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.

Education

Master of Science - Public Health

Trident University International
Cypress, CA
06.2016

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA
03.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

LaSalle University
Philadelphia, PA
06.2003

Skills

  • Vendor Contracts
  • Sourcing Procedures
  • Media Relations
  • Outreach Strategies

Timeline

Chief, Army Public Health Nursing

US Army
01.2019 - 07.2021

Chief, Clinical Operations

US Army
05.2016 - 01.2019

Chief, Army Public Health Nursing

US Army
10.2013 - 06.2016

Army Public Health Nurse

US Army
06.2011 - 10.2013

Charge Nurse, Emergency Department

US Army
04.2009 - 06.2011

Charge Nurse, Emergency Department

Capital Regional Medical Center
07.2007 - 04.2009

Emergency Room Registered Nurse/Trauma Registered Nurse

Albert Einstein Medical Center
03.2005 - 07.2007

Master of Science - Public Health

Trident University International

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Drexel University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

LaSalle University

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