Tamika De Coteau

• Responsible for the command, control, training, administration, operations, logistics and combat readiness of a 19 soldier medical detachment.
• Developed and implemented stand operation policies and procedures to help soldiers attain the company's goals.
• Manages 19 personnel records.
• Facilitates monthly meetings to develop strategies to create relevant training opportunities.

Registered Nurse responsible for assisting physicians during a wide variety of procedures including diagnostic & interventional vascular radiology, phlebectomies, arteriograms, fistulagrams, radiofrequency ablations, etc. by performing pre-op, monitoring, and post-op/recovery duties. Provides moderate sedation when required

• Responsible for the training, accountability, health, welfare, mentoring and discipline of 20, 68W Healthcare Specialists.
• Advised commander on organizational policy matters and recommend needed changes.
• Answered soldier questions regarding pay, benefits and training opportunities and resolved any issues.

Served an 11 month tour based in Kuwait, with convoy operations into Iraq, as a 68C LPN with a focus on emergency medical care.

Served a 12 month tour at Abu Ghraib Prison Hospital, specializing in detainee healthcare, convoy operations, and security.