Eric Banker
Sprague
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive leadership experience, adept at managing diverse teams and enhancing healthcare workflows. Proven expertise in Lean Six Sigma and exceptional communication skills. Successfully led initiatives to improve patient care and operational efficiency, while overseeing a $10M budget and ensuring compliance with Joint Commission standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Staff Nurse, Perioperative Care
US Navy
04.2021 - 02.2025
- Division Officer Bravo Surgical Team, led over 50 nurses and technicians in various surgical specialties ORTHO, NEURO, ENT, OPTHO, OMFS. Responsible for scheduling of personnel, supply requisition/logistics, and administrative duties.
- Administered preoperative and postoperative care for a variety of surgical specialties, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and facilitated efficient perioperative workflows.
Registered Staff Nurse, Perioperative Care
US Navy
06.2018 - 03.2021
- Lead QM for Joint Commission requirements of ACS NSQIP reporting tool
- Command Managed Equal Opportunity Manager, coordinated the Command Assessment Survey and facilitated multiple focus groups to improve the Equal Opportunity climate throughout the command
- Perioperative Nurse for GENERAL, L&D, ORTHO specialties
- Weekend Post Acute Care Unit Lead
Registered Staff Nurse, Perioperative Care
US Navy
04.2015 - 05.2018
- Department Head/Division Officer for Main Operating Room Suite, led 35 nurses and technicians
- Main Operating Room Scheduler
Registered Staff Nurse, Perioperative Care
US Navy
12.2011 - 04.2015
- Charge Nurse for Orthopedic Foot & Ankle and Trauma Services, leading ten technicians
- Supply & Logistics Manager, Main Operating Room Suite managing over $10M annual budget
Registered Nurse
US Navy
06.2008 - 12.2011
- Division Officer for Med-Surg Ward led 16 nurses and Corpsman.
- Floor Nurse for Med-Surg Ward
- PACU Nurse
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership in Healthcare Systems
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA04-2027
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
National University
La Jolla, CA03-2008
Bachelor of Arts - English Concentration in Letters
National University
La Jolla, CA06-2003
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX06-2001
Skills
- Experienced in teaching BLS, ACLS, TNCC, and Team STEPPS
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- Expert at interpersonal and written communication
- Master Training Specialist Certified
- Surgical Technologist
Timeline
Registered Staff Nurse, Perioperative Care
US Navy
04.2021 - 02.2025
Registered Staff Nurse, Perioperative Care
US Navy
06.2018 - 03.2021
Registered Staff Nurse, Perioperative Care
US Navy
04.2015 - 05.2018
Registered Staff Nurse, Perioperative Care
US Navy
12.2011 - 04.2015
Registered Nurse
US Navy
06.2008 - 12.2011
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership in Healthcare Systems
San Diego State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
National University
Bachelor of Arts - English Concentration in Letters
National University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Central Texas College