TASSARI SPENCE, MSN
Sunrise FL 33323
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PROFILE
Dynamic, multi-disciplined Nursing Administration Management Professional with diverse experience and proven record of accomplishment and leadership in high quality clinical environments seeking a challenging and rewarding position as an instructor with a progressive institution. Diverse knowledge and vast experience including significant leadership roles, clinical care of patients with chronic and acute conditions, and in-services delivery. Outstanding work ethic and high personal standards of achievement. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong rapport and cooperative relationships with individuals at all levels from diverse cultural, educational, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Creative, innovative thinker, committed to fostering competency and education of students to reach their full potential. Dedicated to making a difference, producing knowledgeable individuals, and forming tomorrow's leaders.
EDUCATION
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Keiser University, Fort Lauderdale, FL - Currently Enrolled Master of Science Degree in Nursing with Specialization in Nursing Education, Walden University, Minneapolis, MN - 2016 Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, College of Notre Dame of Maryland, Baltimore, MD - 2009 Associate of Science Degree in Nursing, Baltimore City Community College, Baltimore, MD – 2006
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
KRUCIAL STAFFING: OVERLAND PARK, KS 08/2020 – PRESENT
Registered Nurse-Intensive Care Unit
Plan and implement nursing care including assessing patient status and notifying physicians of clinical changes, monitoring vital signs, and cardiac status.
Serve as a Charge Nurse, Preceptor and Cerner Super User. Educate patients and families on healthcare needs and perform clinical tasks according to hospital protocols.
Proficient in utilization of Hypothermia and Sepsis protocols.
Prioritize and delegate assignments and recommend and implement changes to the unit regarding higher standards of care.
PROLINK STAFFING: CINCINNATI, OH 07/2021 -01/2022
Registered Nurse-Intensive Care Unit
Plan and implement nursing care including assessing patient status and notifying physicians of clinical changes, monitoring vital signs, and cardiac status.
Serve as a Charge Nurse, Preceptor and Cerner Super User. Educate patients and families on healthcare needs and perform clinical tasks according to hospital protocols.
Proficient in utilization of Hypothermia and Sepsis protocols.
Prioritize and delegate assignments and recommend and implement changes to the unit regarding higher standards of care.
THAXTON INTERIM LEADERSHIP: PORTLAND, OR 06/2021-9/2021
Nursing Supervisor
Responsible for the daily operation of the hospital as an administration representative with emphasis on quality assurance, customer service, and regulatory compliance.
Maintain collaborative relationships with all departments in the facility for daily functions.
Ensure daily provision of quality patient care according to regulatory requirements, policies, and standards including EMTALA policies.
Efficient in bed management and manage Code Blue and Rapid Response situations.
Ensure appropriate staffing levels and maintain supervision of the entire facility and staff.
Serve as the Nurse Leader for all rounding activities.
NORTHWEST MEDICAL CENTER FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 11/2017 – 12/2020
Northwest Medical Center is a 228-bed healthcare facility that is a part of HCA Healthcare System offering a full spectrum of healthcare services. Facilities include a Heart Center of Excellence, a primary stroke center, an orthopedic center, and women’s services.
Nursing Supervisor
Responsible for the daily operation of the hospital as an administration representative with emphasis on quality assurance, customer service, and regulatory compliance.
Maintain collaborative relationships with all departments in the facility for daily functions.
Ensure daily provision of quality patient care according to regulatory requirements, policies, and standards including EMTALA policies.
Efficient in bed management and manage Code Blue and Rapid Response situations.
Ensure appropriate staffing levels and maintain supervision of the entire facility and staff.
Serve as the Nurse Leader for all rounding activities.
SUPPLEMENTAL HEALTHCARE TRAVEL AGENCY 06/2012 - 2018
Registered Nurse-Intensive Care Unit
Plan and implement nursing care including assessing patient status and notifying physicians of clinical changes, monitoring vital signs, and cardiac status.
Serve as a Charge Nurse, Preceptor and Cerner Super User. Educate patients and families on healthcare needs and perform clinical tasks according to hospital protocols.
Proficient in utilization of Hypothermia and Sepsis protocols.
Prioritize and delegate assignments and recommend and implement changes to the unit regarding higher standards of care.
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 02/2017 - 05/2017
Intensive Care Unit, Charge RN
Performed efficient patient care on critically ill patients with multi-system dysfunctions on a unit with 19 beds. Managed a clinical nursing staff of 10. Reviewed patient charts and confidential files. Utilized computer systems for the documentation of medication administration. Planned and implemented nursing care including keenly assessing patient status and notifying physicians of clinical changes. Monitored patients sustained with artificial respirator systems.
- Monitored vital signs and performed blood administration, tracheostomy and endotracheal tube suctioning and care.
-Performed blood glucose monitoring, ECG monitoring and cardiac status.
- Educated patients and families on healthcare needs.
- Performed clinical task according to hospital protocols and care of ventilator patients.
-Prioritized and delegated assignments and recommended and implemented changes to the unit regarding higher standards of care.
Performed blood transfusions, insulin drips, cardiac drips (Levophed, Amiodorone, Neo, Cardene, Nipride) and sedative drips (Fentanyl, Propofol, Versed, Precedex)
NORTHWEST MEDICAL CENTER TUCSON, AZ 09/2015 - 10/2016
Registered Nurse, Recovery Care Unit
Cared for patients’ post-surgery, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
-Educated patients and families about post-surgery plan of care. Served as the PACU Room Supervisor. collaborated with physicians, medical professionals, and departmental staff to plan unit activities and ensure quality care.
-Integral part of the continual proactive efforts of quality improvement for patient care and assist in the coordination of Quality Improvement Activities (QIAs).
AMERICAN MOBILE NURSING 01/2013 - 08/2016
Travel Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit
and implemented nursing care including assessing patient status and notifying physicians of clinical changes and monitoring vital signs and cardiac status.
- Served as clinical coordinator and preceptor for new staff including training on quality control and infection control procedures.
-Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while continually seeking opportunities for process improvement and best practices for the delivery of patient treatment.
MERCY HEALTH SYSTEM PHILADELPHIA, PA 02/2012 - 11/2015
Registered Nurse-Intensive Care Unit
-Planned and implemented nursing care including assessing patient status and notifying physicians of clinical changes and monitoring vital signs and cardiac status.
- Ensured adherence to all OSHA, hygiene, JC and HIPAA standards and requirements.
-Consistently ensured the delivery of professional patient care that is based on recognized national standards of practice.
KINDRED HOSPITAL PHILADELPHIA, PA 08/2010 - 01/2013
Registered Nurse-Per Diem
-Planned and implemented nursing care including assessing patient status and notifying physicians of clinical changes and monitoring vital signs and cardiac status.
-Attended patient rounds with physician and answered questions regarding patient conditions.
HARBOR HOSPITAL BALTIMORE, MD 07/2006 - 12/2010
Registered Nurse-Critical Care Unit
- Worked on the Critical Care unit as well as in the Intermediate Care area providing nursing services to people of all ages.
- Served as a Charge Nurse, Preceptor and Computer Super User.
-Cared for patients including ARDS, MSF, sepsis protocol, hypothermic protocol, organ donation, Myocardial infraction (MI) including pre- and post-MI, stress tests with/without procedures, ESRD, DKA, post-cardiac arrest, and alcohol withdrawal patients.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE
Registered Nurse - Florida, California American Heart Association, ACLS & BLS for Healthcare Providers, Basic Dysrhythmia Certification, PALS
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Member of American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN