Brandy Chapa
Pasadena,TX
Summary
Dynamic nurse leader with 16 years of extensive perioperative experience, specializing in administrative leadership that drives high-performing units to achieve superior quality and service standards. Proven expertise in effective problem resolution consistently enhances satisfaction among patients, physicians, and staff while implementing strategic operational improvements. Dedicated to delivering exceptional perioperative care and fostering a collaborative team environment that prioritizes excellence and innovation in healthcare delivery. Recognized for a commitment to continuous improvement and the ability to inspire teams to exceed organizational goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
Fannin Surgicare
05.2021 - Current
- Led a multidisciplinary team to optimize workflow, ensuring full compliance with Joint Commission and AAAHC standards and driving improvements in patient safety and operational excellence.
- Interim Director of Nursing, Gramercy Outpatient Surgery Center.
- Partnered with team leaders to implement targeted strategies that elevated patient satisfaction scores by 1.6 points and increased employee engagement by 4 points year-over-year (2025 vs. 2024), driving measurable improvements in both patient and staff experience.
- Assisted in launching new service lines—including cochlear implants and orthopedic cases—broadening organizational capabilities and increasing surgical services.
- Assisted in establishing new service lines at Houston Metro Urology Surgical Center, supporting the expansion of surgical services and multidisciplinary care.
- Led survey preparedness initiatives that ensured audit readiness, achieving successful regulatory inspections and full compliance.
- Coordinated and executed a broad spectrum of administrative functions to support staff members from 2023 to 2025, enhancing operational efficiency and team effectiveness.
- Assisted with analyzing budget expenditures, delivering comprehensive financial reports—including volume variance, expense variance, and MOR—to support strategic management decisions.
- Directed quality improvement initiatives, leveraging data analytics to identify opportunities and implement targeted interventions that measurably improved clinical outcomes.
- Evaluated and revised organizational policies, implementing best practices to elevate patient care standards and ensure regulatory compliance.
OR Nurse Manager
Fannin Surgicare
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Oversaw all aspects of OR operations, simultaneously fulfilling the roles of Charge Nurse, OR Nurse Circulator, and Facility Safety Officer to ensure seamless surgical workflows and robust safety protocols.
- Certified Fluoroscopy Registered Nurse (RN), demonstrating advanced proficiency in fluoroscopic procedures and patient safety.
- Increased on-time surgical starts from 56% to 84% by leading targeted Quality Improvement initiatives, driving measurable gains in efficiency and patient care.
- Reduced scope repair costs from $3,401 to $207 per month by initiating targeted staff education and implementing proactive repair and maintenance (R&M) monitoring, resulting in significant cost savings and improved equipment longevity.
- Redesigned block-time allocation by leveraging real-time utilization data and fostering transparent communication, leading to a 16% increase in physician satisfaction with time management (from 60% in 2019 to 76% in 2020).
- Mentored new staff members by providing hands-on training and sharing expertise developed over years as an OR Nurse, accelerating their onboarding and fostering professional growth.
Assistant Nurse Manager
Clear Lake Regional Medical Center
04.2018 - 07.2018
- Reduced OR turnover times from 45 to 25 minutes by standardizing procedures and optimizing workflows, significantly increasing surgical throughput and operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented targeted action plans to enhance OR efficiency, increase patient throughput, and boost productivity across the perioperative continuum, resulting in measurable operational improvements.
- Led Quality Improvement Activities (QIAs) to identify key areas for performance enhancement, driving continuous improvement in operational outcomes.
- Interim SPD Manager and Project Team Leader directing department restructuring, leading staff development initiatives, and establishing performance accountability standards to drive operational excellence.
OR Manager
Bay Area Regional Medical Center
09.2015 - 04.2018
- Oversaw operations for complex cases involving ortho spine, cardiovascular, and neurosurgery.
- Reduced room turnover time by 50% (40 to 20 minutes) utilizing effective staffing models and process optimizations.
- Developed perioperative policies and optimized resource allocation during surgical volume surges.
OR Charge Nurse/Coordinator
Houston Methodist St. John Hospital
08.2010 - 09.2015
- Led surgical services across multiple specialties; facilitated perioperative education and safety rounding.
- Elevated hand hygiene compliance increased from 69% to 100%.
- Completed AORN Peri-Op 101 to elevate clinical standards and staff development.
Pre-Op/PACU Nurse
Surgery Specialty Hospitals of America
08.2009 - 08.2010
- Delivered pre- and post-op care while ensuring thorough documentation and multidisciplinary collaboration.
- Active member of the Performance Improvement Committee—contributed to evidence-based workflow revisions.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Cum Laude
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN07.2019
Associate of Science in Nursing (ADN) -
Galveston College
Galveston, TX01-2009
Skills
- Operational and clinical management
- Effective clinical decision-making
- Regulatory oversight
- Quality improvement
- Financial oversight
- Staffing optimization
- Organizational strategy development
- Efficient task management
Affiliations
- Association of perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN), Member
- AORN Leadership Track Participant
Certification
- Registered Nurse, 775187, TX
- Certified RN Fluoroscopy
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Fannin Surgicare
05.2021 - Current
OR Nurse Manager
Fannin Surgicare
08.2018 - 05.2021
Assistant Nurse Manager
Clear Lake Regional Medical Center
04.2018 - 07.2018
OR Manager
Bay Area Regional Medical Center
09.2015 - 04.2018
OR Charge Nurse/Coordinator
Houston Methodist St. John Hospital
08.2010 - 09.2015
Pre-Op/PACU Nurse
Surgery Specialty Hospitals of America
08.2009 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Cum Laude
Walden University
Associate of Science in Nursing (ADN) -
Galveston College