Gator Growl-Oct 2024

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Overhaul

BATAAN TRIAD

COMMANDING OFFICER: Capt. Trace Head

EXECUTIVE OFFICER: Capt. Rodolfo Jacobo

COMMAND MASTER CHIEF: CMDCM Chuck Eakley

BATAAN PUBLIC AFFAIRS

PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER:MCC(SW/AW/IW) Barry Riley

MC1(SW/AW) Christopher Marshall

MC2(SW/AW) Matthew Brown

MC2 Alisha Gleason

MC2(SW/AW) Christopher Jones

Chhie i f Y Hiintto

Chief Yeoman Tim Hinton is covered by his sponsors at the Bataan chief pinning ceremony.

(Photo by MC2 Christopher Jones)

MC2(SW) Danilo Reynoso

MC2(SW/AW) Bradley Rickard

MCSN Jeremiah Lesher

MCSA Wilschnaida Milfort

The 4 Qualities All Successful Leaders Have in Common

1. They are self-aware and prioritize personal development.

• Effective leaders focus on developing their emotional intelligence. Leaders that work to refine this quality are more adaptive, resilient, and accepting of feedback from others. They also practice active listening, are open to change, and are capable of effective communication.

• Accept that things can and will go wrong. This anticipation will help you respond in a thoughtful way that does not make a difficult situation even worse.

2. They focus on developing others.

• This leadership quality builds on the principles of the situational leadership theory, which suggests that effective leaders adapt to whether an individual or group is ready, willing, and able to take specific action. Delegating, coaching, and mentoring are important tasks for situational leadership.

• As Richard Branson famously said, “Train people well enough so they can leave, but treat them well enough so they don’t want to.”

3. They encourage strategic thinking, innovation, and action.

• Leaders must consider internal organizational factors, such as product road maps and staffing needs, as well as external factors, including government regulations and technology advancement, when making strategic business decisions.

4. They are ethical and civic-minded.

• Focus on the future, understand that change is occurring all around you, and maintain a positive outlook.

• Strong leaders consider the ethical consequences of the decisions that they make.

• Use your power and authority appropriately. Remember the old saying: Honesty is the best policy. When leaders are honest with employees, they reciprocate this trust, and the entire organization operates with integrity.

What Are You Doing During The Yard Period?

BM1 Sean Wilhelm From Georgia
BM1 Sean Wilhelm I’ve been prioritizing spending time with my newborn son and my wife. I’ve also been enjoying the college football season. Go Buckeyes!
OS2 Zamani Wilson From Florida
MM2 Rikki Mae Hiceta from Alaska

BATAAN OVERHAULS MEDICAL CAPABILITIES

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The Wasp class amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) has the second-highest medical capability among surface vessels. Only second behind hospital ships, The Bataan is equipped to handle a range of medical emergencies, making it a vital asset for deployed personnel.

However, the move from the ship to the barge has impacted Bataan’s operational capabilities as it is currently replacing critical medical equipment under the Navy’s structured replacement program. Fifteen-year Hospital Corpsman First Class Bradley Beaton, biomedical technician explained the process for acquiring and replacing the old equipment under this program.

“We fall under a program called Shelf-Life Scheduled Equipment Replacement Plan (SERP), where we submit reports on equipment that’s either broken or reaching the end of its lifespan. From there funding is allocated for new equipment.”

EQUIPMENT FOR CARE

M A I N T A I N I N G L I F E S A V I N G E Q U I P M E N T

Beaton shared that medical is excited to address the big-ticket items, and thinks that it will significantly improve the quality-of-care Bataan can provide.

The upcoming upgrades consist of new super low-temp freezers for the blood bank, a new X-ray suite, dental chairs, and a dental panoramic X-ray system. Nevertheless, for Beaton the direct link between modern equipment and quality of care is synonymous with Bataan’s mission.

“The new equipment would provide better image quality and be easier to maintain, ultimately benefiting sailors,” stated Beaton. “Older devices are becoming harder to repair due to a lack of available parts and the dwindling pool of personnel familiar with its operation.”

Regarding the current status and capabilities of the medical department, Beaton explained how they have had to transition their role during the yard period.

“During the transition to the yards we lost access to critical equipment because it is still on the ship,” Beaton explained. “While we can still manage day-to-day sick calls, anything beyond basic care often requires referral to specialty clinics.”

Nevertheless, following Bataan’s recent deployment, Beaton thinks the medical team boast an unparalleled base of knowledge.

“Just about everyone on the medical team was with us during our last deployment,” Beaton exclaimed. “We probably have the largest knowledge set going into this yard period.”

Bataan’s modernization of her medical capabilities during this yard period will ensure Bataan is capable to react and adequately respond to real-life scenarios, which will help maintain the ship’s surgical and casualty receiving abilities for its future Sailors and Marines. ALWAYS GETTING

B ATAAN 'S N EWEST C HIEF

NAVY CHIEF PRIDE

For The Flu Season Season Vaccinate

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Gettinganannualvaccineisakeywaytoprevent the flu. The fluvaccineworksbystimulatingthe body'simmunesystemtoproduceantibodiesthat protectagainstthe flu viruses in the vaccine. Washyourhandsoftenwithwarmsoapand waterforatleast20seconds.Ifsoapand water is not available, use an alcohol based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.

5 Health Tips Health

Wash Your Hands

Cover Your Cough

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Coveryourmouthandnosewhen youcoughorsneezetoprevent spreadingthe flu to others. The fluisusuallyspreadthrough dropletsfromcoughing,sneezing, andtalking.

Rest

Ifyouhavethe flu,stayhomeandget plentyofrest.Youshouldalsoavoidclose contactwithothersinyourhome.Regularly restingwillhelpyourbodydevotemore resources to fightingthevirus.

Drinkplentyof fluids, like water andotherclearliquids,toprevent dehydration.Thishelpsbecausewater helpsyourbody flushoutharmfulgerms.

Operational Risk Management? What Is

Identify Hazards

A hazard is any condition with the potential to negatively impact mission accomplishment or cause injury, death, or property damage.

NAVY LIFE HAMPTON ROADS

Fleet & Family Readiness Quality of Life Programs

October 3

3 p.m. Corn hole Tournament

@ NSA Hampton Roads HQ – Cutter Park 100 Elementary Dr. Norfolk, VA 23551

October 5

Assess The Hazards

For each hazard identified, determine the associated degree of risk in terms of probability and severity.

9 a.m. Grunt Run & Runt Grunt @ NSA Hampton Roads 2355 Olympic Blvd. Bldg. 65 Chesapeake, VA 23322

9 a.m. Fall Ball Tournament

@ CAX – Deer Cove Country Club 108 Sanda Ave. Williamsburg, VA 23185

October 12

11 a.m. One Stop Pumpkin Patch

Make Risk Decisions

Is the risk acceptable? This decision must be must be made at the right level, by the right person, an individual who can balance the risk against the mission or task.

@ Fort Story – One Stop 864 Omaha Beach Rd. Virginia Beach, VA 23451

October 18

1130 a.m. Pink Ribbon 5K

@ NSA Hampton Roads Portsmouth 1101 Holcomb Rd. Bldg. 276

October 25

Implement Controls

Once the risk control decisions are made, the next step is implementation. This requires that the plan is clearly communicated.

1130 a.m. Monster Dash 5K

@ NS Norfolk - FO'C'SLE Deck Bar 1754 Massey Hughes Dr. Norfolk, VA 23511

5 p.m. Trunk or Treat @ NAVSTA Norfolk 1560 Main NEX Norfolk, VA 23511

Supervise & Watch For Change

Supervise and review involves determining the effectiveness of risk controls throughout the mission or task.

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