NICOLE QUATTRUCCI

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Summary of Qualifications

Medical officer in the U.S. Army, currently completing training as a Physician Assistant. Extensive experience at the enlisted and officer levels as a leader, healthcare provider and administrator.

oHighly proficient as a leader and very willing work as a subordinate in a hierarchal structure.

oStrong skills in the areas of teamwork, decision-making, and multifaceted communication.

oExperience in carrying out high-priority objectives with minimal room for error in high-pressure situations.

oPsychological resilience to deal with high levels of stress.

oDedicated to continuous personal improvement and growth.

Education

M.S., Physician Assistant Studies, October 2015

Interservice Physician Assistant Program in affiliation with the University of Nebraska Medical Center

o18 month Phase 1 didactic and labs at Ft Sam Houston, San Antonio, TX. - 2015

o14 month Phase 2 Clinical Rotations conducted at:

Keller Army Community Hospital, West Point, NY

Westchester Medical Center, Valhalla, NY

VA Medical Center, Castle Point, NY

Brooke Army Medical Center, San Antonio, TX

Clinical Rotations Completed:

Emergency Medicine (level 1) 8 weeks EENT/ Oral Maxillofacial Surgery 4 weeks

Internal Medicine 6 weeks Behavior Health/ Psychiatry 3 weeks

Orthopedics 6 weeks Podiatry 1 week

Pediatrics 5 weeks Long term home care 1 week

General & Trauma Surgery 4 weeks Radiology 1 week

Dermatology 4 weeks Physical Therapy 1 week

Obstetrics/Gynecology 4 weeks Urology 1 week

Family Practice/Primary Care 4 weeks Cardiology 1 week

Ophthalmology/Optometry 4 weeks

Spent time in various offices within the hospital such as the lab, audiology, vaccination, gastroenterology, endocrinology, and medical coding. Internal medicine consisted of rotations through in-patient geriatrics, hospice care, short-term care unit, and out-patient care.

Extensive clinical experience consisting of >1200 patient encounters, >250 ER hours, >200 Procedures.

Conducted a written and oral Masters Thesis on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Gave multiple presentations on medical topics and professional development to include a 1 hour CME lecture on Sudden Sensineural Hearing Less and Tinnitus to the hospital staff.

Bachelors in Health Science – University of Nebraska - 2014

Bachelors in Psychology - Worcester State College, Worcester MA

o2 courses remaining; anticipated graduation 2016.

Associates in General Studies - Quinsigamond Community College, Worcester MA - 2011

High School Diploma - Leicester High School, MA - 2005

Employment:

United States Army (Full time Massachusetts Army National Guard): 2006 - Current

oHealth Care Specialist/Combat Medic: 2006-2012

Provided care and over sight for 200 soldiers as senior medic. Supervised 4-5 subordinate medics to include facilitating junior medics’ continuing education training. Ensured patient safety and proper medical management was conducted at all times. Performed medical care and administrative functions to ensure soldiers were healthy, including “fit for duty” determinations. Acted as the first responder for all acute injuries.

Combat Lifesaver Instructor- a four-day course conducted every month for soldiers of different specialties. The course focused on life saving procedures used in acute care settings with an emphasis on battlefield trauma.

Medical assistant for doctors and physician assistants in Troop Medical Centers: obtained vital signs, performed histories and physicals, and provided preliminary diagnoses with treatment recommendations for the supervising providers. Assisted with minor procedures, dispensed medications, and performed medical administrative work. Gained valuable insights into practice management and patient care.

oMedical Service Officer: 2012-2015

Served as a chemical platoon leader. Planned and coordinated nuclear and chemical warfare training for 40 soldiers. Provided basic first aid classes to the unit. Ensured safe practices during all training exercises.

Worked as a an officer recruiter for Massachusetts Army National Guard

Completed several career progressing schools focusing on leadership and medical proficiency.

oMilitary Schools: Army Medical Basic Officer Leadership Course, Officer Candidate School, Recruit Sustainment Cadre Course, Health Care Specialist Sustainment Course, Composite Risk Management Course, Combat Lifesaver Course, Combat Medic School, EMT-Basic, Basic Training.

oMilitary Awards: Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Army Achievement Medal (X2), Army Commendation Medal, Joint Force Service, Army Service Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, and Massachusetts Service Ribbon

Certificates

NCCPA Board Certified- Anticipated October 2015

MA State License- Anticipated October 2015

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)- expire July 2017

Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (BLS/AED)- expire July 2017

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – expire December 2016

Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) – attended 2012

Pain Management Certificate, Worcester State College – 2012

EMT-Basic - 2007-2015 (expired)

Professional Affiliation

Massachusetts Association of Physician Assistants (MAAPA)

American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)

National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

Interservice Physician Assistant Student Society (IPASS)

References, Transcripts, and Military Records Available Upon Request

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