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    I Am Navy Medicine: Hospitalman Paul Matthew C. Tie, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton

    I Am Navy Medicine: Hospitalman Paul Matthew C. Tie, NHB/NMRTC Bremerton

    Photo By Douglas Stutz | Hospitalman Paul Matthew Tie, assigned to Naval Hospital Bremerton’s (NHB) Multi...... read more read more

    When there was a need for logistical ingenuity and organizational initiative, Hospitalman Paul Matthew Tie knew just what to do.

    He took it upon himself to help ensure Naval Hospital Bremerton’s (NHB) Multi Service Unit was prepared to handle same-day surgery requirements in support of ambulatory procedure unit (APU) outpatient needs.

    Tie, originally from Manila, Republic of the Philippines before relocating to San Diego, California, completely overhauled the Multi-Service Unit (MSU) supply room. His resourceful energy rearranged existing resources for emergency usage as well as efficiently allocated supplies for use elsewhere.

    For his efforts, Tie was recognized by Capt. Shannon J. Johnson, NHB/Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Bremerton commanding officer.

    “This project began as a reorganization. That was the general idea, which does affect several things,” said Tie, who started at NHB as a general duty corpsman on MSU and is currently the assistant leading petty officer (ALPO) and supply petty officer.

    Tie demonstrated exceptional attention to detail and an eye for streamlining processes consistent with high-reliability principles.

    “We only needed about a quarter of the supplies in the supply room for APU operations. We were able to reallocate some of those supplies to other departments that utilize them. I personally brought items to different departments to be used,” explained Tie, noting that infant formulas were sent to Labor and Delivery (L&D) along with IV fluids, which were also sent to Urgent Care Clinic.

    Tie also assisted the daily tally with all supply items. He reorganized the remaining, existing stock which placed all commonly used items up front in the initial few columns of supply bins. That simply relocation move made it easier to retrieve as well as determine which items need replenishing.

    “Tie has kept supplies and equipment ready in the case of COVID-19 patients or anything else. He also tracks bio medical repairs on equipment and supply order,” added Lt. Kaitlyn Harmon, who serves as the ward’s department head.

    Tie has also rearranged various supplies that are not used every day but are crucial in emergency situations for replenishing code-carts and responding to an emergency such as an adult/pediatric cardiac or respiratory arrest.

    “Being recognized for this project was never my intention. I do appreciate Capt. (Andrea) Donalty, chief medical officer and my Director of Nursing Services chain-of-command for this recognition. All I could think of was the command. At the time I thought of this project, it was at the height of the COVID-19 response where we were all adjusting to the new procedures. As little as this project was, I hope it gave the command a little ease,” Tie said.

    Tie attests that his initiative to renovate the supply room has been beneficial in helping staff carrying out their duties.

    “It has been great in terms of morale. We are a proud unit. We did what we can do to make our department great. We do have great working relationship inside and outside the department. With this project, it gave a sense of purpose,” Tie said. “Thinking outside the box is what makes a great person let alone a Sailor. After this recognition, it gave motivation to suggest improvements for the better of the department.”

    Although Tie’s career in Navy Medicine started at NMRTC Bremerton, his interest in medicine was ingrained years earlier.

    “Medicine alone is interesting enough because I believe that every individual has to have a little bit of medical experience,” said Tie. “Serving this country has always been what I wanted to do. Being here and making little positive differences with the lives of my fellow Sailors means so much to me.”

    After completing high school at Angelicum College, Quezon City, Philippines from 2004 to 2008, he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree on Information Technology after attending San Beda College in Manila, Philippines from 2008 to 2012.

    A family man with wife and daughter, Tie joined the Navy in 2019 and is currently working on his officer candidate school package.

    Along with his current role, Tie is also actively engaged in helping stop the spread of COVID-19.

    “As a father and a husband, what I can do to protect my family from the virus is follow CDC protocols,” related Tie. “As an ALPO, I look after my fellow corpsmen making sure they are getting the support they need, on and off work and by being the voice to remind our people that this will not last forever. It is difficult since this is not what we are used to. All we have to do it be patient and comply.”

    Assigned to a Navy Medicine platform, Tie affirms he’s part of the command effort in support to others in need, and not just during the ongoing pandemic outbreak.

    “Compassion and humility are required as medical personnel. I always remember that we are in the position to make a lasting impression on a person’s life. With these difficult times, we are in a place to make someone’s day better,” Tie stated

    When asked to sum up his experience with Navy Medicine in one sentence, Tie replied, “It has been eye-opening, challenging and motivating which gives me the drive to be a better person.”

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    Date Taken: 12.06.2020
    Date Posted: 12.06.2020 21:20
    Story ID: 384326
    Location: BREMERTON, WA, US

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