CARRICULUM VITAE – PAUL TURAGA, REGISTERED NURSE, BSN/PERSONAL SECURITY DETAIL CONSULTANT [PSD] DEPUTY TEAM LEADER

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Attentive and compassionate and well trained former Senior Non-Commission Officer and Military Registered Nurse and current Critical Care Nurse Medical Practice and Security Management Team Leader as a Private Contractor with valuable hands-on experience acquired in an emergency care unit, military field clinic, private security contractor’s medical clinic, personnel security tactical combat care and client’s security analysis. Able to work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, paramedics and a host of supportive healthcare providers, personnel security details risk analysis operators and international agencies for total and comprehensive medical emergency care and client’s security and safety. Excellent assessment, with disaster and emergency planning, with oriented organizational leadership and administrative skills. Vast experience in critical and emergency care in occupational health nursing and case management, also with Occupational Health and Safety. Additionally, with experienced on Fiji Military Vaccination program before military personnel tour of duty to the Middle East.

INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM EXPERIENCE

Managed and monitored medical programs as a mentor and supervisor in volatile environments under the Department of States Foreign Policy Program supporting the Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan with DynCorp International Company

-Provided Close Protection Officer and Critical and Emergency Care in Occupational health nursing Officer for the Oil and Gas clients, Basra Iraq – 2011 to 2021

-Medical Practice and Personnel Security Detail Private Security with Erinys Security Company (Iraq) September 2011-2018

-Afghanistan Police Program Supervisor and Medical Practice – Oct 2008 – 2011

-Medical Advisor Southern Sudan People Liberation Army (SPLA) – Feb – May 2008

-Disaster and Emergency Program Officer – World Health Organization – Jun 2006 – Jan 2008

-Program Officer and Co- Manager for the first Public Health Disaster and Management Action Plan course for the Pacific Island Countries held in Fiji hosted by WHO – November 2006

-Member of the Fiji United Nations Disaster Assessment Team (UNDAC) after attending the UNDAC Training in New Zealand 2007

PROFESSIONAL PROJECT ACHIEVEMENTS: -

-Managed and monitored the successfulness of the Trauma Assistance Medical Program for the Afghanistan Police in training them for combat medical emergency throughout the 8 Regional Training Centers with DynCorp International under the Afghanistan Police Program

-Established of the new Medical Clinic Center at the Afghanistan Police Central Training Center to cater the Expats Police Mentors and Supervisors and US Military personnel

-Accomplishment in supporting the 2nd Battalion 44th Defense Artillery Regiment of Operation Enduring Freedom from 2 July 2010 to 2 July 2011 based at the Afghanistan Police Central Training Center

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Current Position: Critical Care Nurse – Emergency Medical Services- 08 Feb 2023

Duties:-

Report to the CEO of Helipro (Fiji) Limited. (b) Ensure that all supplies are maintained and are always ready to deploy. (c) Supervising and training other Company personnel as required. (d) Ensure that safety maintained always. (e) Compile reports as required. (f) Produce any required Operations Manual. (g) Checking compliance and reporting to CEO. (h) Maintain records. (i) Lodgment of documents required by CEO. (j) Liaising with Company staff and ground personnel. (k) Assist with all aspects of exceptional customer service delivery. (l) Assist with other company aspects, duties and in other areas other than current areas of expertise

-Provide Medical Patient assessment as a Resort Trauma Nurse to the tourists and children’s 2 years above

-Provide Medical On Call

Most Current: Trauma Nurse,Tier 2 Medic and Deputy Team Leader – Defaf Alkhaleej, IFMS Project Majnoon Oil Field May 2020-June 2021

Provided critical and emergency care in occupational health nursing for the Oil and Gas clients

Provided security and safety medical emergency for the Anton Oil Clients

Provided convoy security and protection, materials, equipment and supplies for the Anton Oil Clients in the Majnoon Oil Field.

Assisted the Team Leader to plan safe routes and gathered intelligence to execute the missions.

Trained LNs in basic medical tactical care and emergency, weapons training and security convoy drill.

Olive Group 16 March – 31 May 2020:

Trauma Nurse with Olive Group IFMS Project Majnoon Oil Field, Bara Iraq.

Provided security and safety medical emergency for the Anton Oil Clients

Provided convoy security and protection, materials, equipment and supplies for the Anton Oil Clients in the Majnoon Oil Field.

Assisted the Team Leader to plan safe routes and gathered intelligence to execute the missions.

Trained LNs in basic medical tactical care and emergency, weapons training and security convoy drill.

Trauma Nurse Tier 2 Medic and Deputy Team Leader– Al Murabit Security IFMS Project Majnoon Oil Field, Basra Iraq- 17 Nov 18 – 06 Dec 2019

Provide PSD Tier 2 Medical emergency to the Anton Oil Company Clients

Provide medical training in trauma medical and tactical casualty care for the clients and PSD Convoy Teams

Medical Practice Critical Care Nurse Tier 2 Medic and PSD Operator/Deputy Team Leader

Erinys Security Company, Basra, Iraq (Oct 2011 – July 2018)

-Provided personnel security detail emergency medical convoy to the clients

-Provided medical training in trauma medical tactical combat casualty care for the clients and PSD convoy Teams

-Performed and conducted internal case review of cases folders to ensure all medical documents are provided

-Provided assistance and care to the critically ill patient

-Conducted emergency medical evacuation procedures

-Provided maritime medical and security operation

Medical Practice Critical Care Nurse and Program Supervisor

DynCorp International, Afghanistan (Oct 2008 – Sept 2011)

In support of the ANP/MoI provide oversight, continuity, and quality assurance and program management to train first-level healthcare providers and produce qualified and capable personnel to provide emergency and evacuation patient care in forward operating Afghan National Police (ANP) operations in Afghanistan. Training sites include Regional Training Centers (RTC) in six geographical regions: Kabul, Gardez, Mazer-e-Sharif, Jalalabad, Herat, and Kandahar

-Provided direct and fast, efficient advanced life support to the ill and injured utilizing all basic and advanced abilities and techniques.

-Performed medical case analysis on Department of State physical disability ratings in conjunction with DynCorp International medical protocol

-Ability to maintain of high standard of honesty, trust and respect for case review applicants and patient confidentiality

-Provided quality assurance Provided personnel security detail emergency medical convoy to the clients

-Provided medical training in trauma medical tactical combat casualty care for the clients and PSD convoy Teams

-Performed and conducted internal case review of cases folders to ensure all medical documents are provided

-Provided assistance and care to the critically ill patient

-Conducted emergency medical evacuation procedures

-Provided maritime medical and security operation

and program management to train first level healthcare providers and produce capable personnel to provide emergency and evacuation patient care in forward operating Afghanistan National Police operations in Afghanistan

-Provided extensive patient care in pre-hospital and clinical settings

-Ability to perform well without close supervision while working in remote sites

-Recognizes common cardiac dysrhythmias and understands the principles and treatment modalities for life threatening dysrhythmias.

Medical Advisor

DynCorp International, South Sudan (Feb 2008 – May 2008)

-Provided advisory and training guidance to the Southern Sudan Military Forces Medical department on establishing a healthcare program for the new Ministry of Defence as a part of US Department of State’s role in the Comprehensive Peace Agreement

-Strong ability to coordinate with the UN and other government and international agencies

-Superior organizational and management skills

Program Officer (Emergency Humanitarian Action)

World Health Organization, South Pacific (Jun 2006 – Jan 2008)

-Vital responsibility for planning, implementing, monitoring and reporting for pacific islands country activities on emergency and humanitarian action

-Preparing proposals in collaboration with partners and ensuring proposals discussed with donor’s agencies for securing financial support

-Initiating and carrying out health information surveys and information collection activities

-Assisting in national preparedness and disaster management programs

Disaster Officer – Fiji Red Cross Society - Oct – Nov 2005

Coordinated and implemented the Fiji Red Cross Society in terms of disaster and emergency awareness, response and recovery phase and working closely with other UN agencies, international and national stakeholders during disaster response and recovery phase.

Senior Nursing Officer/SNCO

Fiji Military Hospital and UN Mission in Lebanon (March 2000-Aug 2004)

-Comprehensive knowledge of medical military department and policies

-Provided total quality nursing care to patients in the out-patient and in-patient care unit

-Administer medications and treatment prescribed by physicians for ventilator and those monitored by telemetry. Assess individual cases, analyze and interpret patient data, record pertinent medical information and ensure safety protocols with regulatory compliance. Interact with physicians, other nurses and other supportive medical personnel for current and on-going patient care plans.

-Treated wounds and administered wound care to prevent infection

-Conducted patient assessment for emergency referral and evacuation while seconded to the United Nations mission in Lebanon

-Familiar with case review procedures and case standards

-Provided emotional support to patients and family members

MILITARY EXPERIENCE – (Reference: - UPF 25675 SSGT P TURAGA)

Enlisted into the Fiji Military Forces – January 1987 for Basic Recruitment. 16 years Regular Force and Continuous Service in the Fiji Military Force – Aug 1988 – Aug 2004. Honorable Discharge from the Military: 24 AUG 2004 with the Rank on Discharge: Staff Sergeant

Tour on Duty (TOD)

United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) – Jun 1987 – Jun 1988

Multinational Force and Observers (Sinai) – Sept 1990 – Sept 1991

Multinational Force and Observers (Sinai) Battalion Medic – March 1993 – March 1994

United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon – Jun 2002 – Dec 2002

PROMOTIONS

Private – 1987 – 1994

Corporal – 1995 – 1996

Sergeant – 1997 – 2000

Staff Sergeant – 2001 – 2004

Field Promotion Tour of Duty (UNIFIL) 2002 – Warrant Officer Class 2

MILITARY COURSES

Regimental Signal Course

Junior Non-Commission Officers Course

Basic Medical Course & Advance Medical Course

Medical Assistance Course (Australian Defense Force)

MILITARY MEDAL DECORATION

United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon Medal - 1987 - 1988

Multinational Force and Observers in Sinai Egypt - 1990 - 1991

Republic of Fiji Medal - 1988

Fiji Military General Service Medal – 1988

Fiji Military Forces Long Service Medal (15 years Regular Force and above)

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

Bachelor Degree In Health (Nursing) – Central Queensland University, Queensland, Australia (4th December 2001)

Diploma In Nursing – Fiji National University, College of Medicine Nursing and Health Science, Suva, Fiji (23 March 2000)

Certificates: -

Introduction to Disaster Management

Public Health Emergency and Disaster Management Plan

Basic and Advance Security in the Field - Staff safety, Health, and Welfare (UNDSS)

Regional Training Program for Gender Mainstreaming

Integrated Management of Child Illness

United Nations Disaster Assessment Coordination Team (UNDAC Team Member)

Combat Life Saver Instructor

Trauma Assistance Program Instructor

NATO NTM-A Certificate of Appreciation - Italian Police Commander

United Nations Disaster Assessment and Coordination Course

Protective Security Detail (PSD) Close Protection Course

Certificate of Good Clinical Practice Training for DMID Clinical Studies

Foreign Automatic Weapons Course

Certificate of Appreciate for Trauma Assistance Program Supervisor

Commander of the Afghanistan National Police Academy, Central Training Center

Certificate of Recognition of Participating in the Enduring Operation Freedom (Medical Mentor) at the ANP (CTC), Kabul Afghanistan

November 2010 – September 2011

Certificate of Stamina - Helping establish the Afghan National Police/Ministry of Interior Program (DynCorp International)

March 2011 – August 2011

Certificate of Outstanding Performance (Medic)

Commander Italian Carabinieri (NATO/NTM-A / CTAG-P Mission (Kabul, Afghanistan)

February 2010 – February 2011

Certificate of Safe Driving

Land Traffic Authority (Suva, Fiji)

Certificate of Training (Armored Vehicle Driving Course)

DynCorp International

AMD-65 Rifle Armorers Certification Course

Afghanistan National Police/Central Training Center

Certificate of Completion (Foreign Automatic Course)

ATLS Certificate

Basic Life Support

Advance Cardiac Life Support

Tactical Combat Care (TCC)

Afghanistan National Police/Central Training Center Academy (Kabul, Afghanistan)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Attended the 61st Fiji Nurses Association Symposium 26th – 27th April 2018

Attended the 62nd Fiji Nurses Association Symposium 26th – 27th May 2019

Enrollment for Master Business Administration (MBA) – Fiji National University

LICENCE AND CERTIFICATION

Personal Security Detail (PSD) Certificate

Registered Nurse License: 3452

Basic Life Support

Advance Cardiac Life Support

International Trauma Life Support

Personal Security Detail Certificate

Email: ad0mko@r.postjobfree.com

Mobile: 2312483

REFERENCES:

1. Retired Military Doctor Mitieli Viniasi

Makoi Health Center

Mob: 8394219

Email: ad0mko@r.postjobfree.com

2. Patrick Scott

Erinys Security Company Senior Project Manager

Email: ad0mko@r.postjobfree.com

3. Paul Brewitt

Erinys Security Project Manager

Email: ad0mko@r.postjobfree.com

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