Sammi Jo Moore
Nacogdoches
Summary
Results-oriented Registered Nurse with leadership experience in long-term care operations, clinical quality improvement, and regulatory compliance. Led nursing departments to achieve deficiency-free state surveys and enhance quality measures. Skilled in team development, driving performance outcomes, and improving clinical documentation across multiple regional facilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Director of Nursing
Legacy at Jacksonville
06.2026 - Current
- Oversaw nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care standards.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures for efficiency.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient treatment plans.
Regional Compliance Nurse
Creative Solutions In Healthcare
04.2026 - 06.2026
- Provided regional clinical oversight and regulatory support for six skilled nursing facilities.
- Conducted comprehensive system audits evaluating regulatory compliance, documentation accuracy, Quality Measures, infection prevention, and operational performance.
- Prepared facilities for state surveys through mock surveys, focused education, documentation review, and implementation of corrective action plans.
- Supported facilities during state survey activity by partnering with Administrators and Directors of Nursing to resolve findings and maintain survey readiness.
- Analyzed facility-reported clinical data to identify trends, prioritize compliance risks, and improve organizational performance.
- Served as a clinical resource regarding CMS regulations, documentation standards, infection prevention, and quality improvement initiatives.
Director of Nursing
Westward Trails
Nacogdoches
01.2021 - 04.2026
- Lead and supervise all nursing department operations, staffing, and clinical practices.
- Achieved a deficiency-free state survey in 2025 through strategic preparation and staff training.
- Conduct documentation audits to ensure compliance and survey readiness.
- Develop and implement action plans improving state and federal quality measures.
- Strengthen communication across departments and coordinate interdisciplinary care.
- Mentor new nurses, department heads, and CNAs to drive team excellence.
Bariatric Coordinator
Nacogdoches Medical Center
Nacogdoches
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Oversaw documentation and compliance for bariatric surgical candidates.
- Standardized workflows and implemented new policy procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians to ensure safe and compliant program operations.
Director of Nursing
Westward Trails
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Directed daily clinical operations and supervised the full nursing team.
- Ensured compliance with quality measures and regulatory expectations.
- Initiated individualized care plans and strengthened care coordination.
Director of Nursing
Willowbrook Nursing Center
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Oversaw clinical documentation, corrective action plans, and performance improvement.
- Managed survey preparation processes and maintained high regulatory compliance.
Registered Nurse
Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital
Nacogdoches
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Delivered comprehensive medical-surgical care, ensuring safe IV therapy and blood administration for optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered conscious sedation in catheterization lab, closely monitoring cardiac patients to ensure safety and effectiveness of procedures.
- Guided patients and families through vascular and surgical procedures (AVF, AVG, AAA), enhancing understanding and improving care compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Stephen F. Austin State University
08.2008 - 05.2012
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Regulatory compliance
- Quality measure optimization
- PDPM knowledge
- Employee Development Strategies
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Strong Communication & Professionalism
- Patient Care Standards
Credentials
- BSN
- RN
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Legacy at Jacksonville
06.2026 - Current
Regional Compliance Nurse
Creative Solutions In Healthcare
04.2026 - 06.2026
Director of Nursing
Westward Trails
01.2021 - 04.2026
Bariatric Coordinator
Nacogdoches Medical Center
01.2020 - 01.2021
Director of Nursing
Westward Trails
01.2018 - 01.2020
Director of Nursing
Willowbrook Nursing Center
01.2017 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse
Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Stephen F. Austin State University
08.2008 - 05.2012