Vanessa Kuechler

• Commissioned into the VaARNG, May 2021
• Appointed as the Evacuation Platoon Leader in June 2022, leading a platoon of 30 soldiers with various MOS.
• Completed Phase 1 and 2 of Basic Officer Leadership Course at Fort Sam Houston, October-December 2022.
• Served on active duty orders for the state of Virginia, March-September 2023. I assisted my company as the only full-time officer and focused heavily on finding resolutions for soldier troubles.
• Appointed as Unit Safety Officer July 2023.
• Selected to be Company SHARP representative, awaiting clearance for school.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Led crisis intervention initiatives, providing vital support to soldiers facing challenging situations.
• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and adaptability in collaborating with diverse populations.
• Maintained meticulous records, ensuring compliance with military regulations and protocols.
• Developed and implemented comprehensive medical training programs, ensuring adherence to Army standards.
• Developed and oversaw execution of casualty evacuation processes from point-of-injury through definitive treatment facilities during field operations.
• Conducted regular inspections of equipment and supplies to maintain readiness levels.
• Contributed to the development of policies and procedures for Co C 429th BSB.
• Mentored junior officers, fostering their leadership development.

• Assisted my family's business with contracts as a traveling field engineer assitant for upgrading back office computers/music player systems and correcting low-voltage blueprint plans.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Completed contracts ahead of schedule and under budget, maintaining 99% customer satisfaction.
• Traveled over 6,000 miles in a month, covering all East Coast stores (North Carolina to Maine), completing 96 project sites.
• Discovered deficiencies and provided immediate, effective solutions.
• Professionally communicated and collaborated with other contractors to standardize processes and ensure a smooth workflow.

• Committed to delivering compassionate care in pediatric hematology/oncology, I collaborated with various healthcare professionals to help create a positive and nurturing environment for children undergoing both short and long-term care.
• My role extended beyond direct patient care to encompass family support, emergency response, and active participation in professional development.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provided empathetic assistance with daily living activities, ensuring attention to detail and maintaining a supportive atmosphere.
• Vigilantly observed patients for physical and mental changes, promptly reporting any conditions through the proper chain of command.
• Offered essential emotional support to family members during critical decision-making processes, particularly end-of-life decisions.
• Demonstrated efficiency in responding to emergencies, managing sudden illnesses, and providing immediate care for injuries.
• Actively participated in educational programs, continuously developing nursing assistant skills.
• Assisted in admission procedures, ensuring a thorough understanding of each patient's needs by gathering personal data from patient charts.
• Cultivated positive relationships with patients, caregivers, and healthcare teams, contributing to the achievement of individual care plan targets.
• Maintained a sterile environment in the procedure room during surgical interventions.
• Delivered post-operative wound care, including packing, dressing changes, irrigation, and debridement when needed.
• Demonstrated versatility by frequently floating to other floors, especially the mental health floors.
• Established a safe space for patients to open up and provided educational resources based on their expressed needs.

• Upon my grandmother's debilitating stroke, I made a compassionate and deliberate choice to postpone my relocation to Virginia so I could be her primary care aid. This experience not only allowed me to support my family during a challenging time, but also provided a unique opportunity to expand my clinical expertise and contribute to my grandmother's comfort during the final months of her life.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implemented a comprehensive care plan, managing a range of activities of daily living, including checking vitals, personal hygiene, dental care, feeding, ambulation, bed bathing, toileting, and passive range of motion exercises.
• Delivered compassionate care, recognizing the emotional and physical needs of my grandmother, and fostering a comfortable and supportive environment.
• Collaborated seamlessly with the nursing staff and additional aids we hired, ensuring a coordinated approach to her care plan.
• Strived to enhance the overall quality of life for my grandmother by actively engaging in her well-being, providing companionship, and tailoring care practices to her unique needs.

• National Scholarship Cadet at Indiana University's Army ROTC program.
• Trained to become an effective leader in the US Army post-college graduation.
• Held various leadership roles, culminating in a promotion to S1 during senior year. In this position, I served as the key communicator between cadre and 100 cadets. I executed peer evaluations, disseminated weekly newsletters, organized cadet portfolios, and ensured adherence to requirements and standards.

• Worked for Pyle's Pools for 6 consecutive summers, showcasing dedication and reliability.
• Summer 2013 I was a pool attendant at my local neighborhood facilities. Summer 2014-2017, promoted to Area Manager for the company in which I oversaw the Southside operations of 3 facilities and 20-35 guards.
• Promoted summer 2018 to manage the West Clay/Carmel pools, responsible for the company's top 3 facilities and approximately 45 guards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Certified lifeguard.
• Managed staff.
• Developed and maintained schedules, ensuring efficient staffing and operations.
• Facilitated in-service hands-on training to onboard new lifeguards.
• Prepared and delivered weekly reports to keep management informed of facility activities.
• Ensured strict adherence to facility requirements and company policies.
• Administered verbal and written warnings as necessary, consistently upholding company standards.
• Fostered open lines of communication, addressing and resolving management, lifeguard, and patron complaints effectively.

• Devoted over 6 years to volunteering year-round at Summer Trace Assisted Living Community through the activities department.
• Assisted residents with their activities of daily living, fostering a supportive and engaging environment.
• Played a key role in organizing holiday parties and celebrations throughout the year, enhancing the residents' quality of life.
• Effectively communicated residents' needs and issues to appropriate supervisors, facilitating prompt administrative action.