Heather Tucker
Salemburg ,NC
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with hands-on experience in Geriatric Care and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Area Clinical Director
ALG Senior Living
05.2022 - 06.2027
- Coached and trained newly hired employees so that each understood job responsibilities and requirements of positions.
- Mentored staff members through professional development opportunities, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
- Performed Quarterly LHPS assessments on all Rsdts to assure plan of care
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for clinical staff, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for growth.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement to ensure continuous compliance with regulations
- Improved overall clinic functioning by creating standardized processes and procedures for daily operations.
- Interacted effectively with clinical staff and patients by using active listening and interpersonal skills.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Saber Healthcare
03.2020 - 04.2022
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Managed nursing schedules and budgets, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Member of Quality Assurance Team managing and maintaining Falls Program.
- Served as a role model for nursing staff by demonstrating exceptional clinical skills, ethical behavior, and commitment to continuous learning.
- Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
Staff Development Nurse
Dunn Health and Rehab
05.2009 - 09.2014
- Conducted employee evaluations regularly to identify areas requiring further development or additional support mechanisms from management personnel.
- Strengthened nurses'' critical thinking skills through interactive workshops and enhancing their ability to make informed decisions in complex situations.
- Assessed employees'' skill levels and developed targeted education plans for continuous professional growth.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sampson Community College
Clinton, NC05-2007
Skills
- Clinical quality improvement
- Employee performance evaluations
- Direct patient care
- Nurse education program development
- Staff scheduling
- Clinical leadership
- Patient care
- BCLS and ACLS
- Certification as RN Instructor
- Quality improvement
- Clinical instruction
- Staff development
- Performance improvement
- Infection prevention and control
- Compliance with regulatory guidelines
- Nursing Operations Management
Patient advocacy
Certification
- Certification RN Instructor
Timeline
Area Clinical Director
ALG Senior Living
05.2022 - 06.2027
Assistant Director of Nursing
Saber Healthcare
03.2020 - 04.2022
Staff Development Nurse
Dunn Health and Rehab
05.2009 - 09.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sampson Community College
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