Melissa Eberle

About Melissa Eberle

I am a passionate and dedicated healthcare professional specializing in emergency management. I focus on saving lives and ensuring the safety of communities. As an experienced Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), I thrive in high-pressure situations, leveraging my expertise to provide rapid and adequate medical care.With a strong background in emergency response protocols, disaster preparedness, and healthcare administration, I am committed to implementing proactive measures to mitigate risks and optimize emergency response efforts. Whether coordinating disaster drills, developing comprehensive emergency action plans, or providing critical medical interventions, I prioritize efficiency, compassion, and professionalism in every aspect of my work.Driven by a genuine desire to impact positively, I continuously seek opportunities to enhance my skills and stay abreast of the latest emergency medicine and healthcare management advancements. Collaborative by nature, I excel in interdisciplinary teams, fostering open communication and strategic coordination to ensure seamless emergency response operations.With a proven track record of delivering exemplary care under challenging circumstances, I am dedicated to upholding the highest patient care and community safety standards. Let\'s connect to explore how we can strengthen emergency preparedness and response efforts, ultimately safeguarding lives and promoting resilience in the face of adversity.

Experience

1. Director of Emergency Management

   Stony Brook Medicine

   Jun 2024 — Present

   Serve as Department Head for the Emergency Management Department at Stony Brook University Hospital- Coordinate, update, and disseminate emergency management plans for Stony Brook Medicine, ensuring alignment with SBSHH and SBELIH- Maintain readiness of the hospital command center and alternate command center; guide command staff in the incident command process- Complete the hospital’s yearly Hazard Vulnerability Analysis- Manage the department budget- Maintain the Emergency Management website and access to partner agencies’ platforms- Oversee the hospital Chempack program- Manage the hospital patient decontamination team- Maintain emergency communication resources, including satellite phones and HAM radio- Manage inventory of emergency supplies and equipment- Lead the exercise and training program for faculty and staff; provide technical expertise during drills and actual emergency responses- Coordinate completion of Health Commerce System HERDS surveys and manage system access and roles- Represent SBM in Suffolk County ESF8 Group and MARO Healthcare Coalition activities- Lead integration planning among hospitals within Stony Brook Medicine- Ensure compliance with Joint Commission and CMS standards related to emergency management- Maintain relevant trainings and certifications for self and staff- Manage grants, contracts, MOUs, and related activities; comply with NYS DOH HPP deliverables; seek grant opportunities- Facilitate SBM vaccine PODs for drills and emergency responses- Chair the hospital emergency management committee and serve on related committees.

Education

• Port Jefferson EMS

  Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Basic)

  2018 — 2018

• Nassau County Fire Police EMS Academy

  Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, Emergency Medical Services

• SUNY New Paltz

  Bachelor’s Degree, Sociology with a Concentration in Criminology

  2012 — 2016

• Stony Brook School of Health Professions

  Master of Health Administration, Health/Health Care Administration/Management

• John Jay College (CUNY)

  Master's, Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management