GREG BASSEN
Stuart,FL
Summary
Results-driven healthcare leader with progressive leadership experience in ambulatory surgery centers and cardiovascular surgery. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, drive regulatory compliance, implement quality improvement initiatives, and foster physician and employee engagement. Experienced in Joint Commission survey readiness, QAPI program development, infection prevention, patient safety, and operational leadership. Recognized for building collaborative relationships while maintaining a strong culture of accountability and exceptional patient care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Director
SurgCenter of Palm Beach Gardens
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
01.2026 - Current
- Lead all clinical operations for a physician-partnered ambulatory surgery center performing approximately 110–130 procedures monthly across multiple specialties.
- Selected Accomplishments
- Successfully led the center through The Joint Commission accreditation survey while serving as the primary onsite clinical leader.
- Developed multiple QAPI initiatives that strengthened patient safety and regulatory compliance.
- Implemented a Caprini VTE risk assessment process for all surgical patients.
- Designed and implemented a consent verification system that improved documentation accuracy and reduced risk.
- Chair multiple committees including:
- Quality Improvement
- Infection Prevention
- Patient Safety
- Credentialing
- Risk Management
- Collaborate closely with physicians to improve workflow, efficiency, and patient outcomes.
- Mentor and develop nursing staff while promoting accountability and teamwork.
- Oversee policy development, competency validation, and regulatory compliance.
CVOR Open Heart Coordinator
Jupiter Medical Center
Jupiter, FL
09.2023 - 01.2026
- Led daily operations of the open-heart surgery service.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care among surgeons, anesthesia, perfusion, and nursing.
- Managed specialized equipment and vendor relationships.
- Supported complex cardiovascular procedures while maintaining quality and efficiency standards.
CVICU Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Martin North
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Managed critically ill postoperative cardiac surgery patients requiring advanced hemodynamic monitoring, mechanical ventilation, vasoactive infusions, and multidisciplinary critical care.
Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse
Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center
10.2021 - 03.2023
- Provided intraoperative nursing care for complex cardiovascular surgical procedures while ensuring adherence to sterile technique and patient safety standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate Degree - Nursing
HCI College
Skills
- Ambulatory Surgery Center Operations
- Clinical Leadership
- Regulatory Compliance
- Joint Commission Readiness
- Quality Improvement (QAPI)
- Infection Prevention
- Risk Management
- Physician Relations
- Staff Development & Coaching
- Budget & Resource Management
- Patient Safety
- Credentialing
- Performance Improvement
- Process Optimization
- Led Joint Commission Survey
- Quality Improvement Program Development
- Physician Partnership
- Staff Leadership
- Clinical Education
- Committee Leadership
- Policy Development
Timeline
Clinical Director
SurgCenter of Palm Beach Gardens
01.2026 - Current
CVOR Open Heart Coordinator
Jupiter Medical Center
09.2023 - 01.2026
CVICU Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Martin North
03.2023 - 09.2023
Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse
Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center
10.2021 - 03.2023
Associate Degree - Nursing
HCI College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
HONORS
DAISY Award Recipient, 2024