About Us

NMRTC Okinawa Newcomers Information

USNHO Ombudsman Team​
The Ombudsman is a volunteer, appointed by the commanding officer, to serve as an information link between command leadership and Navy families. Ombudsmen are trained to disseminate information both up and down the chain of command, including official Department of the Navy and command information, command climate issues, and local quality of life (QOL) improvement opportunities.

Ombudsmen also provide resource referrals when needed. They are instrumental in resolving family issues before the issues require extensive command attention. Ombudsman keep service members and families informed and help promote healthy, self-reliant Navy families.

U.S. NMRTC Okinawa’s Command Ombusdman team is made up of Ms. Brittany Kearns. Their mission is to serve you with the highest standards of professionalism, patience, reliability, and confidentiality. They have information on the many aspects of living on Okinawa, as well as resources on military and family life.

​Contact Information:
Ms. Brittany Kearns - Cell: 080-2739-4071
Command Ombudsman Team
U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa
NHOkiOmbudsman@gmail.com
 
Area Information
Our Welcome Aboard Guide is an invaluable resource for those arriving on island.

Other Resources for Newcomers
Military OneSource The official Department of Defense web site for reliable Quality of Life information.  Here you will find information on housing, employment, dependent schools, off-duty college, child care, teen services and more.​
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MCCS. https://www.okinawa.usmc-mccs.org. ​A great source of information about the military community, local services and the local community.  They cover everything from local driving to pets!
U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa, Japan is located on Camp Foster, a Marine Corps installation that is part of Marine Corps Installations Pacific. To access the Marine Corps Installations Pacific Site, click this link: Marine Corps Installations Pacific
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Kadena Air Base​ ​Similar information as above.  The Air Force manages base housing on Okinawa, so this is your best source for housing info.  This site also has local weather, links to AAFES Okinawa and even local movie schedules.  Another great Kadena resource is the 18th Force Support Squadron.
Congratulations on your assignment to U.S. Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command!

Sponsorship Program
The Navy Sponsor Program was established to facilitate the relocation of naval personnel and their families when transferring on Permanent Change of Station orders. Prospective staff members shall receive a welcome aboard package prior to departing their current command which provides accurate and complete information concerning this command, the base, and Okinawa, Japan.
 
About Our Program
Our policy is that every incoming Sailor in receipt of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders to this command will be assigned a sponsor to assist in their transition to living and working in Okinawa, Japan. The sponsors will be actively involved with the program, providing guidance and/or information to assure a smooth transition into this command and into Okinawa, Japan.
 
How do I get assigned a Command Sponsor?
 Upon this command's receipt of PCS orders you will receive a Welcome Aboard Message.   A sponsor will be assigned and will contact you by email. If you have received PCS orders to U. S. Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Okinawa and have not received a welcome aboard message within 10 days, you can contact us by any of the following methods:
 
Contact Us:
Email: usn.butler.usnmrtc-okinawa.mesg.sponsor@health.mil
Quarterdeck: 315-646-7555
 
Command Mailing Address:
U.S. NMRTC OKINAWA
Attn: Command Sponsorship Coordinator
PSC 482
FPO AP 96362-1600

Check-In Flow Process

In accordance with DHA policy, temporary accounts are no longer granted for inprocessing employees.

  1. To begin the check-in process, complete the following:
  2. New employee emails these forms to their supervisor.
  3. The SAAR-N and CIS Form must be signed by the Department Head or DIVO.
  4. The supervisor, sponsor or TASO will submit the paperwork on the incoming user's behalf at the following link.
Users who are not and will not be attached to a blue side command and require access to the blue side network should submit the paperwork here. If you will be apart of a blue side department, do not submit at that link.
Don’t forget to keep your family’s information up to date in DEERS!