Vaikona Taufatofua
Summary
Highly motivated, organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer Cat 3
Kupono Government Services LLC
09.2024 - Current
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Act quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrol and monitor premises in company vehicle, on motorbike , and by foot.
- Check and verify photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
Infantry Team Leader
U.S. Army
10.2012 - Current
- Increase team efficiency with regular training sessions and performance evaluations.
- Lead infantry team to successfully complete missions by providing clear instructions and efficient communication.
- Provide mentorship to junior team members, fostering growth in their military careers.
- Maintain high levels of discipline within the unit, enforcing military standards and regulations.
- Enhance readiness of the unit by conducting thorough equipment checks and maintenance procedures.
Sports Development Officer
American Samoa national Olympics committee
01.2023 - 10.2023
- I work with the Sports Education Officer to help develop key figures in the sports industry, focusing on the strategic planning and implementation of programs and initiatives
- This supports the growth and development of athletes, more so those in elementary and high schools.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Operating Room Technician
LBJ Tropical Medical Center
03.2017 - 08.2022
- Ensured smooth operating room transitions by coordinating closely with nurses, surgeons, and anesthesiologists on a daily basis.
- Improved patient care by assisting in the preparation and maintenance of sterile surgical environments.
- Enhanced surgical efficiency by maintaining accurate inventory and stocking operating rooms with necessary supplies.
- Reduced risk of infection by diligently following sterilization procedures for all equipment and instruments.
Education
High school diploma -
Faga'Itua High School
06.2012
Skills
- Security (6 years)
- Supervising Experience (6 years)
- Military Experience (11 years)
- Hospital Experience (5 years)
- Leadership (6 years)
- Patient Transport
- Specimen Transport
- Sterile Technique
Certification
- CLS (Combat Lifesaver), 04/2017, 04/2018, 1. Skills and knowledge on how to treat several wounds when someone becomes a casualty.2. knowledge on how to treat shocks, burns, fractures, and hemorrhages.
- CPR/AED, 09/2024, 09/2025, 1. knowledge and hands-on training on how to do CPR on adults and infants.2. knowledge and hands-on training on how to use the AED (automated external defibrillator) electronic device.
Additional Information
VOLUNTEER at DYWA (Department of Youth and Women's Affair) GYM1. Helped out with the sports division in reaching out to the community about the different sport activities and programs going on at the gym.2. Joined the wrestling team that traveled to New Zealand to represent our Island for the National tournament.Took the coaches wrestling course in New Zealand and got certified as a coach level 1.3. Helped out the sports division and put together an American football team where I played linebacker and we traveled to play New Zealand. Traveled to Tahiti to play them then played Australia. The purpose of the program was to try to help introduce and promote the American Football sport.4. Helped promote the 30/30 strong fitness program which is still ongoing right now.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Samoan
Native or Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
military service
United States Army, Sergeant
Timeline
Security Officer Cat 3
Kupono Government Services LLC
09.2024 - Current
Sports Development Officer
American Samoa national Olympics committee
01.2023 - 10.2023
Operating Room Technician
LBJ Tropical Medical Center
03.2017 - 08.2022
Infantry Team Leader
U.S. Army
10.2012 - Current
High school diploma -
Faga'Itua High School
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