John Blanks
Nashville,TN
Summary
Accomplished Healthcare IT Systems Engineer with 20+ years of progressive experience in enterprise IT infrastructure, healthcare applications, and clinical support systems. Recognized for driving innovative technology solutions, optimizing system resiliency, and leading mission-critical implementations in high-stakes healthcare environments. Adept at partnering with executives, clinicians, and technical teams to deliver secure, scalable, and sustainable IT solutions that enhance patient care, streamline operations, and strengthen organizational resiliency. Trusted leader and mentor with a track record of exceeding expectations, pioneering automation, and ensuring continuity of clinical operations during outages and cyber events.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Consulting Platform Engineer
HCA Healthcare IT&S
01.2015 - Current
- Spearheaded enterprise automation for SCCM packages, enhancing efficiency across thousands of clinical endpoints.
- Partnered with IAM and Clinical Support teams to design and implement 'BreakGlass Guardian' solution, securing access during network outages.
- Championed standardization and resiliency strategies for enterprise endpoint solutions, ensuring continuity of care.
- Automated routine SCCM package updates to guarantee timely delivery of latest software versions.
Senior CV Imaging System Administrator
HCA Healthcare IT&S
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Directed enterprise-wide support of critical cardiovascular imaging systems including Muse, Lumedx, and Agfa.
- Developed and deployed real-time monitoring dashboards for system interfaces, proactively alerting teams of anomalies, minimizing downtime, and safeguarding clinical workflows.
- Enhanced SQL queries for advanced reporting and analytics to improve cardiology data management.
- Successfully migrated imaging data to unified storage solutions on EMC VNX 5300, ensuring data integrity and scalability.
System Administrator
HCA Healthcare IT&S
01.2005 - 01.2013
- Designed and deployed the standardized Windows XP enterprise image for HCAPS PCs.
- Engineered OSMCore Launcher deployments, integrating Adobe Reader and JAVA as prerequisites, streamlining enterprise software adoption.
- Led successful deployment of SMS 2003 and SCCM 2007, improving enterprise patch management and software distribution.
- Provided advanced support for Centennial Heart PACS (Synapse CV), EMR platforms (Allscripts), PaceArt, transcription, and HL7 interfaces.
- Deployed and supported VMware and Citrix XenApp 6.5 environments, increasing system performance and scalability.
- Consolidated Centennial Heart servers into Regional Data Centers (RDC), cutting costs while increasing reliability.
- Developed a custom web application to replace Access databases for Cath Scheduler, modernizing scheduling workflows.
Consultant (System Administrator)
Majestic Systems Consulting
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Company Overview: (State of Tennessee)
- Designed and deployed ZenWorks 3.2 infrastructure for all Tennessee state agencies, supporting 85 SysAdmins statewide.
- Provided top-tier support for ZenWorks, Windows-mainframe integration (TN3270, DB2 Connect), and MicroStrategy.
- Acted as primary liaison with vendors to negotiate enhancements and resolve enterprise-level issues.
- (State of Tennessee)
Network Support Specialist
Hart Freeland Roberts Inc.
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Managed hybrid Windows NT/Novell NetWare networks.
- Implemented remote access frame relay networks, enhancing multi-site connectivity.
- Installed enterprise GroupWise email systems with WebAccess and integrated antivirus and fax automation solutions.
Network Administrator
Healthcare Properties Inc.
01.1998 - 01.1999
- Administered Windows NT network infrastructure and introduced Linux for secure internet services.
- Provided remote site administration across Florida and Missouri using PCAnywhere and Ascend routers.
President
Computer Concepts
01.1998 - 12.1998
- Founded and operated a consulting business serving Nashville clients including PlayWorks, Murrah Music, and MRBI.
- Delivered full IT solutions including network design, security, and system configuration.
Education
Microsoft Certified Professional -
New Horizons
01.1997
High School Diploma -
Heritage Covenant School
01.1996
Skills
- Enterprise systems engineering
- Clinical application support
- Virtualization technologies
- Cybersecurity practices
- Endpoint management
- Healthcare IT standards
- Network architecture
- Infrastructure modernization
- Automation solutions
- PowerShell scripting
- VBScript programming
- SQL optimization techniques
- Stakeholder engagement
- Active Directory management
- VMware administration
- EMR/EHR systems expertise
- PACS management
- Automation strategies
- Problem solving
Timeline
Consulting Platform Engineer
HCA Healthcare IT&S
01.2015 - Current
Senior CV Imaging System Administrator
HCA Healthcare IT&S
01.2013 - 01.2015
System Administrator
HCA Healthcare IT&S
01.2005 - 01.2013
Consultant (System Administrator)
Majestic Systems Consulting
01.2000 - 01.2003
Network Support Specialist
Hart Freeland Roberts Inc.
01.1999 - 01.2000
Network Administrator
Healthcare Properties Inc.
01.1998 - 01.1999
President
Computer Concepts
01.1998 - 12.1998
Microsoft Certified Professional -
New Horizons
High School Diploma -
Heritage Covenant School
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