Nakia L. Brooks

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Indianapolis, IN 46254

Home: 317-***-****

np8ucx@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position as a physician assistant and medical provider, health care advocate

QUALIFICATION OF SUMMARY

• Certified Physician Assistant with a specialization in Family Practice, Surgical, Sports and Behavioral Health medicine.

• Master and Bachelor of Science degrees in Physician Assistant Studies, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha.

• Military trained with over 4 years of medical experience as Battalion Physician Assistant in CONUS (Continental US) and overseas.

• Relevant Coursework: BLS, ATLS, AHLTA (electronic medical records system), CHCS I, SAFE Course (Sexual Assault Forensic Evidence), TCMC (Tactical Combat Medical Care) Course, Microsoft Windows (All versions), Microsoft Office (All versions), TC3 (Treatment of Combat and Casualty Care) and Combat medical care manuals.

• Over 10 years of medical experience and training in Primary Care Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Orthopedics, Physical Exams, Behavioral Health, as well as Surgical procedures and protocol.

• Natural leader with excellent communication and analytical skills, hard working, enthusiastic, and a very fast learner. Organized team player that does not quit until the job is complete.

• Experienced in performing medical care and operations during high stress missions and deployments. Able to work alone.

• DOD SECRET Clearance, Honorable discharge from the US Army as a Medical Officer.

• Received many awards and decorations, including Bronze Star Medal and Meritorious Service Medal.

• Determined, compassionate, and humble; believes in excellent patient care.

• Daughter of a two time Cancer Survivor.

• Capable of working with patients of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, drug free.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Physician Assistant August 2007 – Present

U.S. Army, Fort Hood, TX, Fort Knox, KY, Jalalabad and Gardez Afghanistan

• Performed as the primary medical provider and expert medical advisor to the Battalion and Battalion Commander

• Senior Medical OIC (Officer in Charge) of the Level II medical facility in Afghanistan 2011-2012

• Battalion Physician Assistant to over 4,000 Service members and families, DOD civilians, Afghan security forces personnel and civilians.

• Performed taking detailed medical histories and exams for physical and mental fitness, to include PAP smears and MACE testing (for traumatic brain injuries).

• Executed thorough exams per organ system for differential diagnoses.

• Make diagnoses, request labs and radiographs, prescribe medications, order consults to medical specialists for further evaluations

• Perform minor outpatient procedures such as Incision and Drainage of abscesses, laceration closures, minor closed fracture reductions, and joint steroid injections; administered vaccinations.

• Performed routine health assessments in preparation for deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan.

• Taught classes on current medical doctrine and procedures to military medical and service personnel to include, Combat Life Saver training and CPR.

• Conducted medical briefs to the Battalion in preparation for Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom.

• Served as the Subject Matter Expert and Senior Physician Assistant for two Battalions during Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan, from 2008-2009 and 2011-2012.

• Successfully established 3 fully functioning medical treatment facilities in my unit's Area of Operation.

• Provided competent and compassionate medical support to over 2,000 Soldiers, Afghan nationals, and US civilians.

Operating Room NCO (Noncommissioned Officer) and Technician August 2002-August 2007

U.S. Army, Fort Gordon, GA, Fort Campbell, KY

• Coordinated and assigned competent medical personnel to perform as surgical assistants in the operating rooms at Eisenhower Medical Center and Blanchfield Army Community Hospital.

• Also taught, counseled and evaluated over 20 medical personnel in the areas of proper OR (operating room) procedures, universal precautions, sterile technique, anatomy, and knowledge of surgical equipment in a hospital and combat field environment.

• Evaluated surgical technicians for competency, work ethic and professionalism.

• Maintained proper accountability and whereabouts for over $1,000,000.00 worth of Operating Room equipment and supplies.

• Taught and supervised over 30 surgical specialists’ students attending the Operating Room Specialist Course.

• Established proper SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) for hazardous materials in the operating rooms.

• Was Honored as NCO of the Quarter and Year.

Operating Room Specialist March 2001-August 2002

U.S. Army, Fort Sam Houston, TX, Fort Campbell, KY, Fort Gordon, GA

• Assisted surgeons in the successful execution and performance of a variety of surgical procedures in 3 separate medical facilities throughout the US.

• Assisted with surgical procedures in the following specialties, Orthopedics and Podiatry, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ophthalmology, ENT (Ears, nose and Throat), General Surgery as well as Plastic Surgery, Urology and Cardiology.

• Cleaned, decontaminated, processed and packaged surgical equipment for surgical procedures that were to be performed in the OR.

• Assisted circulating nurses with proper monitoring and medical care of patients under anesthesia.

• Performed follow-ups and rounds of the surgical patient with attending Surgeons.

• Honored as Soldier of Month and Quarter.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• Master of Science, Physician Assistant Studies, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE Aug 2007

• Baccalaureate of Science, Physician Assistant Studies, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE July 2006

• Baccalaureate of Arts, Psychology, University of New Orleans, New Orleans, LA Dec 2000

• License for Physician Assistants, State of Arizona, 2011

• Certification, PANCE, NCCPA Accreditation

• Certificate, Tactical Combat Medical Care Course, Fort Sam Houston, TX

• Certificate, BLS (Basic Life Support) Course, American Heart Association

• Certificate, ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) Course, American Heart Association

• Certificate, SAFE (Sexual Assault Forensic Evidence) Course, Bagram Afghanistan

• Diploma, Operating Room Specialist Course, US Army, Fort Sam Houston, TX

• Graduate, Officer Basic Course for the Medical Corps, US Army, Fort Sam Houston, TX

• Honor Graduate, Basic Noncommissioned Officer Course, US Army, Fort Sam Houston, TX

• Honor Graduate, Primary Leadership Development Course, US Army, Fort Campbell, KY

• Distinguished Honor Graduate, Operating Room Specialist Course, US Army, Fort Campbell, KY

AWARDS AND DECORATIONS

Bronze Star Medal

Meritorious Service Medal Army Commendation Medals (4)

Army Achievement Medals (4) Army Good Conduct Award

National Defense Service Medal Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon (2) Army Service Ribbon

Academic Athlete of the Quarter, UNO Scholarship Athlete, UNO

Dean’s List, UNO

Affiliations

SAPA (Society for Army Physician Assistants)

AKA (Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, INC)

AAPA (American Academy of Physician Assistants)

UNO Alumni Athletic Association (University of New Orleans)

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