Paula Sanelli
Middle Island,USA
Summary
Motivated professional with 8 years of military experience as a Navy Corpsman, specializing in emergency medical services, patient care and leadership in high-pressure environments. Proven track record as a Chief Operations Officer in managing large-scale evacuations, staffing, and crisis response, along with advanced medical training. Expertise in providing life-saving acre under fire and in austere environments, as well as delivering medical resuscitation and emergency preparedness. Adept at managing clinical operations, supervising medical teams, and maintaining operational readiness across multiple disciplines. Committed to excellence in a patient care and medical training, with experience in developing and implementing medical protocols in both combat and clinical settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Petty Officer of Clinicals and Patient Care
USN
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Increased operational readiness by conducting thorough training exercises and performance evaluations for junior personnel.
- Contributed to the development of innovative tactics and strategies aimed at increasing mission effectiveness in complex environments.
- Upheld the highest standards of professionalism while serving as a representative of the United States Navy both domestically and abroad.
- Led successful operations by developing comprehensive plans, allocating necessary resources, and monitoring progress towards defined objectives.
- Expedited emergency response efforts by coordinating with various departments to efficiently address critical incidents.
- Led emergency response drills to enhance preparedness, minimizing potential impact during actual emergencies.
- Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
- Directed tactical operations in complex and challenging environments.
Student - Independent Duty Corpsman Advanced Medical Training
USN
11.2019 - 09.2021
- Completed a rigorous training program focused on independent medical practice, gaining expertise in advanced patient assessment, trauma care, and emergency medical procedures in both clinical and field environments.
- Trained extensively in providing medical support in isolated and austere environments, including combat zones and shipboard settings, preparing to function as the medical provider for deployed units.
- Learned to perform and interpret diagnostic tests, including labs work, radiology, and electrocardiograms, while managing complex medical cases independently.
- Acquired in-depth knowledge of pharmaceuticals, including prescribing administering, and managing medications for various acute and chronic conditions.
Chief Operating Officer / LPO of 4th Battalion
Marine Corps Recruit Depot
06.2016 - 09.2021
- Led a team of 12 Corpsmen in delivering care on 6,000+ patient encounters, including well-woman procedures, birth control insurances, and general visits.
- Delivered comprehensive training in Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) equipping military personnel with life-saving skills for managing combat-related injuries in austere environments.
- Instructed personnel on performing emergency medical procedures in combat scenarios, including hemorrhage control, airway management, and casualty extraction, preparing for high stress, dangerous conditions.
Chief Operations Officer - Hurricane Evacuation & Crisis Response
USN
09.2019 - 09.2019
- Spearheaded the evacuation of 5,000 Marine recruits from Parris Island during Hurricane Dorian, ensuring the safety and orderly relocation of personnel in response to the crisis.
- Strategically directed the movement of troops to secure environment, ensuring seamless transitions while maintaining military operational standards.
- Oversaw the coordination and deployment of medical teams, ensuring adequate healthcare support during the evacuation and throughout the relocation process.
- Set up a temporary medical tent to continue providing patient care during the evacuation, ensuring uninterrupted healthcare services for recruits and staff in the new location.
Lead Petty Officer
Naval Medical Center
09.2015 - 11.2017
- Led a team of 5 personnel in providing critical support to 15 nurses and 5 doctors on a high-volume labor and delivery floor, ensuring smooth operations and optimal patient care.
- Provided hands-on assistance in 359 births, including vaginal forceps and vaccuum-assisted deliveries gaining comprehensive experience in obstetric care.
- Worked closely with nurses, obstetricians and surgical teams to manage labor, delivery and post natal care, ensuring the health and safety of mothers and newborns in both routine and high-risk scenarios.
Lead Petty Officer
USN
05.2016 - 10.2016
- Supervised a team of 15 personnel delivering critical medical care and humanitarian assistance to underserved populations across Guam Timor Leste, Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
- Spearheaded the planning and execution of mass casualty incident organization, ensuring high-quality treatment for patients in collaboration with local healthcare providers in a resource-limited setting.
- Delivered comprehensive healthcare services, including preventative care, treatment of acute and chronic conditions, and health education to underserved communities throughout the Pacific region, along with providing training on neonatal resuscitation techniques to Malaysian nurses.
Corps School
United States Navy
05.2015 - 09.2015
- Focused on public health management and preventative medicine, including immunizations, disease, prevention, and outbreak control in challenging environments.
- Trained in the management of medical logistics, ensuring the proper storage, handling, and distribution of medical supplies and pharmaceuticals in the field.
- Competed advanced training in field medicine, including Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC), preparing to handle trauma cases, resuscitations, and evacuations under high-pressure conditions.
Basic Training- Recruit Chief Petty Officer
United States Navy
04.2015 - 05.2015
- Developed teamwork and leadership skills by completing rigorous Naval basic training.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Gained hands-on experience increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
Education
General and Health Science Coursework, Paramedic Program
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY10.2024
Health Science Coursework
Technical College of the Lowcountry
Beaufort, SC05.2019
BS - Accounting
Molloy College
Rockville Center, NY05.2011
Skills
- Effective Leader
- Strong Communication
- Medical Documentation
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Problem-Solving
- Detail-Oriented
- Organization and Time Management
- Professionalism and Ethics
Certification
- EMT Basic
- AHA BLS CPR/AED
- HAZMAT Operations for First Responders
- Incident Command System 100
- Incident Command System 200
- Incident Command System 700
- Incident Command System 800
- Emergency Vehicle Ops Course - 2016
- Tactical Combat Casualty Course - 2022
References
- Lindsey Kenzinger, Elementary School Teacher, 631-332-7350
- Victoria Saggio, Sayville Community Ambulance, 631-891-8320
Timeline
Lead Petty Officer of Clinicals and Patient Care
USN
09.2021 - 02.2022
Student - Independent Duty Corpsman Advanced Medical Training
USN
11.2019 - 09.2021
Chief Operations Officer - Hurricane Evacuation & Crisis Response
USN
09.2019 - 09.2019
Chief Operating Officer / LPO of 4th Battalion
Marine Corps Recruit Depot
06.2016 - 09.2021
Lead Petty Officer
USN
05.2016 - 10.2016
Lead Petty Officer
Naval Medical Center
09.2015 - 11.2017
Corps School
United States Navy
05.2015 - 09.2015
Basic Training- Recruit Chief Petty Officer
United States Navy
04.2015 - 05.2015
Health Science Coursework
Technical College of the Lowcountry
BS - Accounting
Molloy College
General and Health Science Coursework, Paramedic Program
Suffolk County Community College
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