Jeremy R. Dickerson
Temple
Summary
Dynamic nursing professional with extensive experience at Baylor Scott & White Health, excelling in program development and clinical education. Proven track record in enhancing staff competency through high-fidelity simulation and interdisciplinary collaboration, leading to improved patient safety and care standards. Expertise in advanced cardiac care and a commitment to quality improvement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Professional Development Generalist (Educator) & Charge Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Health
Temple
07.2024 - Current
- Provided leadership in clinical education and competency development across CTICU, cardiac PCU, rapid response team, and telemetry services.
- Facilitated education programs in mechanical circulatory support, hemodynamics, and critical care practice, enhancing staff knowledge and patient care.
- Served as clinical leader within CTICU, supporting staff development and high-acuity patient care operations.
- Led system-wide redesign of CRRT education across four ICUs (80+ beds), transitioning program to mandatory competency with standardized validation tools.
- Implemented tracking systems ensuring compliance and consistency, resulting in improved staff competency and alignment with national safety standards.
- Directed development of first-in-system temporary mechanical circulatory support (MCS) PCU pilot for managing Impella 5.5 patients, establishing structured training pathways, simulations, and assessments.
- Redesigned code blue training across acute care units, implementing tiered simulation models for BLS and ACLS providers to ensure standardized emergency response.
- Developed 'train-the-trainer' model for CTICU validator training, strengthening competency validation for advanced cardiac devices and postoperative care.
Staff Nurse / Charge Nurse – CTICU
Baylor Scott & White Health
Temple
02.2017 - 06.2024
- Served as charge nurse in high-acuity cardiothoracic ICU, overseeing critical patient care and team operations.
- Led coordination of care for complex surgical patients including CABG, valve, transplant, and MCS support.
- Coordinated unit workflow, staffing, and patient assignments to enhance safety and effectiveness of care delivery.
- Mentored and supported nursing staff in critical care practice and clinical decision-making.
VALOR Nurse Residency (Student Leader Experience)
Central Texas Veterans Health Care System
Temple
- Accumulated 400+ hours providing PACU-level care to enhance patient recovery.
- Administered medications and treatments to veterans according to prescribed protocols.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted in developing patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams.
- Participated in quality improvement project to develop DKA insulin initiation protocol, improving treatment consistency.
Student Nurse Technician
Central Texas Veterans Health Care System
Temple
- Assisted in delivering patient care for cardiac, oncology, and diabetic patients, promoting their overall well-being.
- Developed clinical and teamwork skills through hands-on experience in diverse healthcare environments.
- Assisted in patient care under supervision of registered nurses.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton, TXSkills
- Curriculum design
- Program development
- Simulation competency
- Cardiac care expertise
- Quality improvement
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
- Cardiac Surgery Certification (CSC)
- Cardiac Medicine Certification (CMC)
Degree
BSN, CCRN, CSC, CMC
Timeline
Nursing Professional Development Generalist (Educator) & Charge Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Health
07.2024 - Current
Staff Nurse / Charge Nurse – CTICU
Baylor Scott & White Health
02.2017 - 06.2024
VALOR Nurse Residency (Student Leader Experience)
Central Texas Veterans Health Care System
Student Nurse Technician
Central Texas Veterans Health Care System
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor