Health Nurse

Bernice A Ettore

Cell phone: 623-***-****

Email Address: ********@*****.**

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Honorable Discharge USAF (service1991-1999).

Jan 2013 to Present: Relocated to Paris, TX 75462 (Home)

Dec 2011 to Dec 2012

Patient Safety Manager @ FT Irwin, CA, Weed Army Hospital, 92310

Developed and created patient safety staff and patient programs within the

hospital setting. Developed Infection Control Safety Inspection criteria,

participated in new Staff orientation programs, conducted monthly

inspection rounds for all clinical and patient areas. Recognized

deficiencies made on spot corrections, educated staff on corrections and

planned In-service programs. Monitored patient safety issues on computer

based system while tracking near misses and patient safety issues. Patient

Safety issues were monitored and PT Safety educational programs reflected

these issues. Created "Power Point" presentations to teach and reflex data

collection.

08/15/2010 to Dec 2011. Hrs per week: 40, Occupational Health Nurse and

Infection Control Nurse Manager, GS-0610 -11.

US Army Bavaria MEDDAC, Preventive Medicine Division, CMR 411, Box 5211,

APO AE 09112, Vilseck, Germany

LTC G. Davis, Chief, Army Public Health email:

*********.*****@*****.****.***

Job Experience: Hrs per week: 40, Occupational Health Nurse,

Occupational Health Nurse Consultant for Bavaria MEDDAC located in Vilseck,

Germany. Actively supported Occupational Health Nurse Facilitators in 7 out-

lining health clinics, Updated and standardized the Occ Health programs in

the footprint. Met the challenge of educating nurses in the practice,

standards and policies of Occu Health/Inf Con Nursing Practice according to

the Standard of Practice, Joint Commission. Developed occupational health

workshops and health clinic work-site training sessions for all 7 clinics.

Quarterly site visits have been an effective means of success. Focused on

Occupational Safety initiatives, reviewing policies, enforcing the

standards and updating policies. Maintained spreadsheets, evaluating

immunization requirements, notification and evaluation of annual

medical/health screenings while entering all health documentation in

computer data base systems.

03/20/2005 to 08 14/2010. Hrs per week: 40, Occupational Health Nurse, GS-

0610 -12.

US Army CHPPM-PAC, Preventive Medicine Division, Unit 45006 (MCHB-AJ-TP),

APO, AP 96343-5006, Camp Zama, Japan.

COL Thomas Little, Commander, email: ******.******@*****.****.***,

MAJ Steven Knapp, ACHN: email: ******.*****@*****.****.***

LTC Richard Cichy, ACHN email: *******.*****@*****.****.***

Job Experience 2005 to 2010: Manage the Occupational Health Program for

United States Army Garrison, Japan. Daily conducted health evaluations,

practice management skills and analyze the guidance under OSHA and JCAHO

regulations, requirements and recommendations. Health Conducted educational

programs, civilian employee health screening, evaluate and analyze specific

health strategies for Occupational and total work force. Analyze the data

that was collect to initiate changes in order to build educational programs

for safety and health improvement. I track patient work related injuries,

communicable disease outbreaks and related job illness for reduction and

prevention of lost work time. Developed specialty programs for Hearing and

Vision Conservation for the community, soldiers and the work force. I

provide and report on occupational health surveillance and consultations

for the Installation Safety Officer. Tracked and reported OSHA reportable

worksite injuries and illnesses. I collaborate with medical providers and

specialty consultants, resulting in individual and group prevention and

educational programs aimed at lowering work related injury and illness

occurrences. Delivered, updated and made current Health Promotion

concepts through self initiative and completion of the Army Health

Promotion 40 hour Course Aug 2009. I utilize all my past experiences,

education and training to develop, plan and manage community and

occupational health programs. Schedule health assessments for civilian pre-

employment

clients. I held membership on several work safety and health committees.

Took part as a member of the Infection Control Committee of MEDDAC.

Develop and organize health fairs and health presentations throughout the

community. I use Army computer base programs to complete Immunization

review and tracking for surveillances purpose and educational improvement

programs. Managed, reviewed and maintained other programs for civilian

staff personnel under Child and Youth Services community wide. Held a place

as an Occupational Health consultant for military units and worksite areas.

Guide and directed official changes focused on health regulations,

recommendations and requirements within the work place, community and off

work-sites within Japan. Help to identified many health and safety issues

and initiated corrections and improvements. I use data from a computer

based spreadsheet tracking many issues connected with health and safety

issues. Many were resolved by my developing specific educational programs

improving health awareness. Initiated bi-lingual PowerPoint workplace

briefings for Japanese workers through a translator for health and safety

issues. Consulted with Child and Youth staff members, briefed infection

control, reviewed required immunizations, screened for communicable disease

and taught medication classes.

10/19/2003 to 03/19/2005. Hrs per week: 40, Community Health Nurse, GS-

0610 -11. Dept of Health and Human Service, CO River SRV Unit, Indian

Health Center. Parker, AZ 85344, S. Luis-Dougherty, Supervisor, Tel: 928

669-3363.

Function in dual role, Community Health Nurse of Public Health Services.

Managed, coordinated, supervised, consulted, assessed needs and directed

several medical and health surveillance programs. Services require

specialized knowledge related to health prevention and promotional

initiatives for over 10,000 population. Manager & coordinator of high

risk, population for immunization program. Planned needs assessment for

Women's Health initiative/awareness program. Team member of workplace

programing for facility employees exposed to hazardous working conditions

or materials. Implements OSHA BloodBorne pathogen, latex allergy awareness,

and smallpox programs. Services provided counseling, referrals and

education. Monitoring needle safety, hepatitis and HIV screening. Direced,

coordinated monthly client surveillance data for hospital based Influenza

Vaccine and Immunization program. Managed monthly TB log for staff and

community screening programs. Direct the monthly INH Therapy Implementing

OSHA Standards providing a monthly wellness and workplace injury prevention

program. Actively work with environmental health, assessing homes for

proper utilities, sanitation and safety standards for minimal health

promotion/ injury prevention. Collaborate with other program managers in

assessing needs of health maintenance, health promotion, and implementing a

workplace health and safety programs. Focused on heat and cold injury

prevention, with education provided to employees and home-based

initiatives. Directs, maintain a specialized STD program for adults,

adolescents, and workplace employees. Utilizes HIPPA Standards for patient

privacy, educational and counseling needs for all Sexually Transmitted

Diseases, and Communicable diseases. Member of the Infection Control

Committee, working to improve compliance by implementing current and new

policies relating to Joint Commission Standards.

10/19/2000 to 10/19/2003. Hrs per week: 40, Community Health Nurse, GS-

0610 -11. US Army MEDDAC, Preventive Med Service Unit 26610, Wurzberg,

Germany. APO, AP 09224, Maj Petrina Gavilis ACHN.

Delivered independent comprehensive Community Health, education, support

services post-wide. Implemented health screenings, prevention, promotion

and awareness activities based on population needs. Generated and reviewed

patient assessment surveys. Maintained and provided tracking means for

+PPD/TB, STDs, Tobacco Cessation,

Weight Management and Healthy Pregnancy/Baby programs. Certified in Health

Promotions, Tobacco Cessation, Healthy Pregnancy/Baby, Family Advocacy

program and STD program. Am CYS Nurse and Special Needs Nurse Consultant.

Updated Infection Control practices and Pediatric Immunizations for CYS.

Conducts home visits, assesses newborns and manages female Soldier

pregnancy program. Maintained competency in IV therapy and blood draws.

Competent administration of oral, IM and IV meds, recognized routine and

emergency medical-surgical conditions and prioritize patient needs.

Proficient with current out-patient surgical clinical procedures. Schedule

clinical and referral appointments, order Lab work and X-Rays. Able to

expedite emergent nursing care practices of newborns, monitor labor

patients and assist in newborn deliveries. Current competency in

Immunization administration, Small-Pox screening and in PDPs, Anthrax and

routine allergy shot programs. Helped transport and monitor critical

patients to major medical facilities. Identified patient's cultural,

social, emotional and physical needs for the purpose of delivering

outstanding customer service.

01/09/2000 to 10/19/2000. Hrs per week: 40, CLINICAL Head Nurse, Central

Processing/Sterile, GS-0610 -10. US ARMY, DDEAMC, Dept of

Nursing/Perioperative SVC, Fort Gordon . Fort Gordon, GA 30905, Col C.

Rocco, AN, Chief, 706-***-****.

Duties included the supervision of 10 paraprofessionals including students.

Coordinated specialized instrumentation for the use in 8 operating room

suites and hospital clinics. On a daily basis, directly interacted with

the Surgical Services Head Nurse to manage special instrumentation and

provide equipment data and information. As Head Nurse was the liaison

between the surgeons, operating room personal and CMS staff increasing

communications, identified surgical issues, and improved patient care.

Planned, developed, and implemented an In-service program. Within the 1st 5

months organized the departments bio-sterilizer testing program, developed

daily staff assignment tasks, developed individual accountability,

organized teaching programs, and corrected policies and practices. This

created a department that was ready for the Joint Commission inspection and

earned a rating of Excellence.

04/23/1996 to 05/03/1999. Hrs per week: 40, Operating Room Nurse Staff

Nurse, -0610 -CPT. Luke Air Force Hospital, 56th Med Group/SGOSB. Luke

Air Force Base, AZ 85309, Maj Sharon Simmons, 623-***-****).

Contributed to the development of surgical programs, policies and

continuous quality improvement initiatives as required. Participated in

the Infection Control activities, Staff

Development Programs and contributed to surgical policies. Directly

responsible for managing the surgical OB/GYN service for the department and

supervising $75,000 worth of specialty equipment, instruments and supplies

for the military. Utilizing a team

of 4 technicians planned OB/GYN in-services/briefings for 24 nurses and

technicians on a quarterly basis. Maintained an analytical eye on cost

constraints and promoting improved patient care. Addressed parent concerns

regarding pediatric assessments and surgical procedures with a

demonstrated, caring, professional manner. 1996 was appointed Assist

Infection Control Officer and Unit Infection Control monitor. On a

continuous basis monitored the surgical service environment, for the

practice of OSHA and CDC recommendations and practices. While monitoring

these areas was able to recognize several problem areas and implemented

several corrections for the department and hospital improvement program.

03/10/1994 to 04/15/1996. Hrs per week: 40, Health Promotion Manager, AD-

0610 -CPT. U. S. Air Force (Yokota AB, Japan), 374th MED Group/SGPZ. APO,

AP 96328, Col John Anderson/LTC Ken Kim, .

Administered the Health Promotion Program for a base population of 16,000

military, civilians, dependents, and retirees, both American and Japanese

inclusive. Followed base, command, and Air Force policies and standards.

Established base networking to ensure health promotion reached the entire

community. This helped to develop, organize and implemented health focused

programs. Able to increase awareness of disease prevention, promote

wellness and helped to modify behavioral patterns. Coordinated

participation with many Health Care providers and managers, related to

wellness programs. Through personal initiative and collaboration, developed

and created an AF Health and Wellness Center, 2nd in PAC within six months.

Solely responsible for implementing many effective programs. Monitored,

recorded and tracked customers personal results and outcomes. Selected four

new staff members because of their expert knowledge

in computer skills, program development, creative marketing abilities and

team approach. Our programs included, but not limited to, Physical Fitness,

Nutrition, Weight Management, Stress Reduction, Disease Prevention, Smoking

Cessation, Drug and Alcohol Abuse.

The Yokota (USAF) Wellness Center earned an Outstanding Unit evaluation

from the Commander and HSI 1994-1995. I was able to develop a long-range

master plan for entire base population. Programs were tailored to meet the

individual needs of the community, both American and Japanese. I reviewed

and completed a new comprehensive personal needs assessment survey. The

results provided a focused approach to individualized programs. With my

staff, 6 base and embassy health fairs were organized and sponsor by our

Health and Wellness Center. I taught new health programs, including a DoDDS

Yokota High School Health series, Safety on Wheels

program (developed for 3,000 children). Completed successfully research and

wrote

10/15/1992 to 03/10/1994. Hrs per week: 40, Operating Room Staff Nurse, AD-

0610 -CPT. Yokota Air Force Base Hospital, Japan, 374th Med Group/SGPZ.

APO, AP 96328, Maj Stanley P Rennaux, RN, .

Coordinated surgical teams for over 150 cases per month, for a multiple

surgical specialty service. Created and provided written care plans and

reorganized the nursing documentation process for a clearer patient

information system. Served as Assistant Infection Control Officer, Interim

Charge Nurse, Unit Staff Development Officer, Unit I

AWARDS:

Air Force Commendation Medal (1994), Meritorious Service Medal (1996), Air

Force Achievement Medal (1992), Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (1998),

National Defense Service Medal (1992), Air Force Overseas Long Tour ribbon

(1996), Air Force Longevity Service Award ribbon (1998), Air Force Training

(1991), National Defense Service Ribbon (1998), Chief Nurse Core Badge

(1997CO and Assistant Health Promotion Officer.

Licensed Registered Nurse April 1970 to present. Current Active RN license

in CA and compact TX license. Non-Active License in 5 other US States. BS

degree from University of San Francisco 1988. Charge Nurse Acute Post-

Surgical Unit, West Haven, CT, VA Hospital 1970-1974 Operating Room Nurse

and OR Supervisor for 15 Years. Officer in the US Air Force, Commissioned,

Dec 1990, Active duty till May of 1999. DAC Community Health and Public

Health Nurse 2000 to 2005, Occupational Health Nurse 2005 to 2010

Patient Safety Manager/Infection Control Nurse, 2010 to 2011

Federal Employee, 25 years. Active Registered Nurse, 38+ years

1970 to 1975: Worked as Staff Nurse in 3 Veteran Admin Hospitals as

Med/Surgical and Rehab Nurse. Developed a strong foundation in General

Nursing and Team Leadership.

1976-1990 Developed Surgical and Central Sterile, skills, knowledge, and

promoted to a supervisory position of Peri-Operative Services. Returned to

college during this period to receive a BS in Occupational Management.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATE:

CA RN Lic # 205258 (exp date 05/31/2015),

TX RN Lic # 843142 (compact) exp date: 04/07/2015

Basic Life Support(exp date 11/30/2014)

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's Degree BS, 1988, Organizational Management/Behavior,

GPA 3.5, University of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA

AA, 1969, Nursing, GPA 2.5, Los Angeles City College, Los Angeles, CA,

1960, Providence High School (Burbank, CA).

REFERENCES:

1.Sherry Sewalls, USAF, COL, Retired 3. Petrina Gavilis, ACHN,

LTC, Retired

Cell phone: (603) 674 - 4320 Phone: (253)

282 - 7195

Email: *******@***.*** Email:

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108 Generals Court SE, Leesburg, VA 20175

2. Mary Griffin-Bales, USAF, LTC, Retired 4. Clare Snow RN Manager

Cell phone: (603) 499 - 6283 Cell Phone:

(760) 475 - 4853

Email: *************@*******.*** Email:

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PO Box 194, West Fwanzey, NH 03469

CURRICULUM VITAE FOR TIME PERIOD OF: 2011(through May) - 1991

Bernice Ettore RN, BS

CURRICULUM VITAE:

Basic Patient Safety Management Course - 4/23/2012, #JAC025-12, 36.8

contact hrs

Multi US Army Med Training courses within the MEDAC organization.

Certificates upon request. 2011-2012

AHLTA Program for Medical Record documentation

MODS/MEPRODS for Military Medical/Immunization Review and Hearing testing

input and documentation

Input of Hearing Test records and Immunizations. (MODS)

Military-Resuscitative Medicine Training Program (BLS) Expires Feb 11

Army Health Promotion Directors Course @ FHP, 14 - 21 Aug 2009

Army Hearing Conservation Re-Certification Course, 17 Aug 2009- #094114A

PACOM Public Health Emerg Officers Pandemic Influenza Seminar- 29 Apr- 01

May 08

Army Force Health Protection Conference, 32.5 CEU, 09 -15 Aug 2008. 13.5hrs

Vision Conservation Readiness Program, HFP Conference, 09-11 Aug 2008,

19hrs

Vision Conservation and Readiness On Line Course), 11 Aug 2008, 8CEU

Applied/Advanced Ergonomics Course, 01 Jul - 11 Jul 2007, CHPPM

Leadership Training Awareness Seminar, 02-06 Jun 2008

Military Vaccine Agency (MILVAX) Training, 30 Oct-01 Nov 2007, 17.0 CEUs

Computer Program Training, Usage and Provider access for 2006

121st General Hospital Hearing Conservation Course, 11-15 Jul 2005, Cert #

053504A

US Army Applied Ergonomic Course, 14 - 17 Jun 2005

US Army Health Promotion Dir Course, 04 - 09 Apr 2005, 34.25 credit hours

Fundamentals of Occupational Medicine, Phase One, 6H-F20, Oct 05 - 15.89hrs

Fundamentals of Occupational Medicine, Phase Two, 6H-F20, 12-16 Dec, 2005,

35hrs

CBRNE Clinician Course, 06 Dec 2005, 15 hours CEU

La Paz County Health Department Control of Smallpox Training, 18 Mar 2004

La Paz County Health Dept, Smallpox Screener/Vaccinator Training, 30 Sep

2004 Department of Health and Human Services, HIV/AIDS Update, 25 March

2004

Department of Health and Human Services, Wound Management, 12 Jul 2004.10th

Annual Four Corner's TB HIV training, 15th & 16th Nov 2004

CO River Regional Crisis Shelter, Domestic Violence 101, 04 Nov 2003

Cooper Institute's Health Promotion Director Certification Program

(06/2002);

ERMC Ambulatory Care Conference (06/2002);

Sexually Transmitted Diseases Training Course (10/2002);

Certified Freedom From Smoking Clinic Facilitator Training Program

(02/2001);

DOD/VA MEDCOM Clinical Practice Guidelines, Tob Cessation, 01-02 Nov 2001

Department of the Army, Spring Medical-Surgical Conference, 01-05 Apr 2001

US Army, Family Advocacy Staff Training Course, 09-20 Jul 2001

ARC Healthy Pregnancy, Healthy Baby Instructor Course 09/28/2001;

Hearing and Vision Screening for School Children, (01/1999);

New York Lic Education and Training, Child Abuse, Identification/Reporting,

1999.

Scripps Memorial Hospital, Perioperative Nursing, 02 Oct 1998

USAF, PRE-Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 08-09 Oct 1998

USAF Advance Cardiac Life Support, Provider Course, 05- 06 Nov 1998

Pure Tone/Impedance Workshop 02/1998

Hearing Conservation Program for Children in Arizona Schools (01/1998).

USAF HIV/AIDS Prevention Train the Trainer 10/1997

USAF Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 09-10 Dec 1996

Cooper Institute for Aerobic Research, TX, Advance Health Promotion Dir

Workshop, 12-15 Jun 1995

Cooper Institute for Aerobic Research, TX, Health Promotion Training and

Certification, 26-29 Oct 1994

USAF World wide Health Promotion Conference, Denver CO, 31 Oct - 04 Nov 94

USAF Pacific AF Family Advocacy Conference, 30 Aug - 01 Sep 1994

USAF ACLS, 13-15 Jan 1993

USAF Operating Room Nurses Symposium, March AFB, CA 25 Feb 1993

University of Texas, Austin, TX, HIV Education- Train-The Trainer, 07-09

Apr 1992

USAF, 3790th Med Service Training Wing, Sheppard AFB, TX,

Basic Infection Control & Surveillance Course, 30 days training, 157 hrs,

28 Jun 1991

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