Tammy Studebaker
Brookdale Senior Living, Inc
Bend,US
1
Certification
6
years of professional experience
Results-driven RN Health and Wellness Director with over 5 years of experience in improving patient care and staff competency. Built high-performing clinical teams through effective coaching, strategic hiring, and strict adherence to regulatory standards. Focused on advancing resident outcomes and enhancing healthcare management across communities.
Work History
Health and Wellness Director III
5 Years 4 Months- Directly supervises community-based licensed, certified, and non-certified clinical associates.
- Partners and collaborates with district team leaders to verify that day-to-day clinical services meet Company standards and applicable state regulations.
- Led care associates and community to establish a reputation for top-tier ADL care.
- Acts as a hands-on leader who supervises, directs, and motivates clinical associates.
- Attracts, develops, engages, and retains associates in accordance with Company policies.
- Recruits and hires high quality and engaged direct care staff while confirming they are appropriately trained and developed to meet the needs of residents.
- Reviews promotions, development plans, disciplinary actions, and termination decisions ensuring consistency in the selection and retention of quality direct care staff.
- Encourages teamwork and collaboration, and cultivates an inclusive community culture, while maximizing labor productivity and efficiencies.
- Analyzed trends and implemented strategies that reduced turnover and increased retention of direct care staff, effectively managing premium labor costs.
- Oversees and may provide training and education to direct care staff on an ongoing basis with classroom in-services and situation-specific training.
- Supervises the maintenance of resident charts and reviews documentation performed by clinical staff.
- As described and allowed in the Nurse Practice Act and as required by state regulation, proactively manages care and services for each resident, evaluates effectiveness, and maximizes the resident's opportunity to remain in their environment.
- Participates in pre-admission screening of prospective new residents.
- Confirms that required documentation is completed prior to or upon resident admission.
- Manages communication to residents and residents' responsible party regarding care needs and healthcare appointments.
- Assesses potential new residents and educates referral sources on the community's care/acuity guidelines for admission.
- Engages with healthcare providers in care coordination for residents to increase understanding and visibility of the company services.
- Performs on-site evaluations of residents admitted to alternate care environments for treatment and maintains contact with resident families with the intent of returning resident to community as appropriate.
- Facilitates continuity of care for those residents receiving home health care, hospice services, and other third-party healthcare-related services.
- Evaluates residents, documents change in condition, and notifies Executive Director, resident's physician, and resident's legally responsible party/family of resident's condition and reactions.
- Scheduled and completed in-house ancillary medical services, including doctor, dental, and psychiatric visits.
- Participates in or leads meetings relevant to resident care issues, such as Service Plan meetings, involving appropriate parties as needed.
- Manages department quality improvement activities.
- Routinely evaluates resident transfer and mobility needs, and verifies clinical staff are aware of any changes.
- Maintains applicable licenses in accordance with Company, Federal, State, and local requirement.
- Applied guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within department. Applies existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within a department.
- Uses sound judgment and experience to solve complex problems based on precedent, example, reasonableness or a combination of these.
- Demonstrates leadership skills to be responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of resident care.
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company's policies and applicable laws.
- Knowledge and Skills: Possesses extensive knowledge of necessary clinical skills.
- Effective written and oral communications skills are essential.
- Familiarity with Microsoft software preferred.
- Ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple tasks is essential.
- Ability to delegate assignments to the appropriate individuals based on their skills, roles, and interests.
- Demonstrates good judgment and strong problem solving and decision making skills.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive wellness programs to enhance residents' health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess and address individual resident needs.
- Trained staff on best practices for promoting health and wellness among senior populations.
- Managed budgeting and resource allocation for health and wellness initiatives effectively.
- Fostered partnerships with local healthcare providers to improve resident access to services.
- Oversaw compliance with safety regulations and quality standards in wellness programming.
- Oversaw ongoing professional development opportunities for staff members to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
- Established strategic partnerships with community organizations to provide accessible healthcare options for underserved populations.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by designing and implementing personalized care plans for patients with chronic conditions.
- Led a team of dedicated professionals, providing mentorship and guidance to enhance their skills and performance levels.
- Improved patient retention rates through excellent customer service skills combined with a deep understanding of client needs within the healthcare sector.
- Cultivated a positive work environment by fostering open communication, collaboration, and respect among all team members.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by implementing innovative health and wellness programs tailored to individual needs.
- Met or exceeded monthly revenue and training goals.
- Developed and implemented health and wellness programs to enhance resident engagement and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess resident needs and tailor wellness initiatives accordingly.
- Conducted training sessions for staff on wellness best practices, fostering a culture of health awareness.
- Oversaw budget management for wellness programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and resource allocation.
- Established partnerships with local health organizations to expand service offerings and community outreach efforts.
- Mentored junior staff on program development techniques, enhancing team capability in delivering quality services.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop holistic treatment plans for patients experiencing complex medical issues.
- Implemented evidence-based practices within the department, resulting in improved patient outcomes and reduced costs.
- Managed budgets and resources effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of funds towards essential health services.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members, businesses and vendors to build trust and rapport.
Travel Registered Nurse
6 Months- Administered patient care across diverse settings, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and observed patients' conditions, promptly reporting changes to medical staff.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, enhancing understanding of treatment plans.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Conducted health assessments to identify patient needs and develop care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive inmate health care.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions accurately.
- Educated inmates on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
- Implemented infection control measures, improving overall facility health outcomes.
- Completed thorough intake assessments on newly admitted inmates, identifying urgent medical needs and initiating prompt interventions.
- Participated in regular staff training sessions to stay current on best practices in correctional nursing and maintain licensure requirements.
- Fostered positive relationships with correctional officers and other facility staff to promote a collaborative approach to inmate healthcare.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment for inmate patients.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to guide decision-making processes when evaluating new treatment options or modifying existing plans.
- Exhibited strong clinical judgment by accurately triaging patients and escalating concerns to higher levels of care when necessary.
- Provided ongoing support for chronic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension, monitoring progress and adjusting treatments accordingly.
- Enhanced patient care by providing comprehensive medical assessments and developing tailored treatment plans for inmates.
- Served as a liaison between healthcare providers and corrections staff, facilitating clear communication regarding inmate health needs.
- Reduced health risks within the correctional facility through diligent infection control practices and thorough patient education.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively by maintaining a calm, professional demeanor and prioritizing patient safety above all else.
- Contributed to the successful rehabilitation of inmates by addressing underlying health issues that could impact their ability to reintegrate into society post-release.
- Offered compassionate care to all individuals regardless of their backgrounds or circumstances, upholding ethical nursing standards at all times.
- Conducted mental health evaluations for inmates, identifying potential concerns and providing appropriate interventions.
- Assisted in emergency situations, providing critical first-response care while adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Increased efficiency of medical record management by implementing electronic documentation systems and maintaining organized patient files.
- Improved overall patient outcomes by closely monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatments as necessary.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the nursing team by actively participating in quality assurance initiatives and process improvement efforts.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, maintaining accurate records and ensuring timely distribution to patients.
- Developed strong rapport with inmates, fostering trust and open communication for effective healthcare delivery.
- Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
- Treated a variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
- Complied with all security regulations within the prison system and administered care in the the safest possible environment.
- Advocated for and strived to protect the health, safety, and rights of patients.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients and monitored responses.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Performed mental health evaluations when warranted and recommended patients to therapists.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained the course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Delivered a high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Education
Associates - Registered nurse
GPA: 3.5
Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed practical nurse
GPA: 3.8
Skills
Patient Assessment
Care Coordination
Program Evaluation
Health Informatics
Data Management
Regulatory Compliance
Risk Management
Flexibility
Dispute resolution
Clinical Research
Team leadership
Emotional awareness
Health coaching
Diversity awareness
Social skills
First aid certification
Safety monitoring
Leadership
Staff supervision
Teamwork
Team collaboration
Health education
Collaboration
Collaborative teamwork
Troubleshooting
Task management
Detail orientation
Written communication
Conflict Resolution
Planning skills
Team cooperation
Decision-making
Goal setting
Self-motivation
Empathy
Relationship management
Cultural Competence
Cultural sensitivity
Self-motivation
Communication skills
Client management
Professionalism
Professional demeanor
Relationship building
Attention to detail
Basic first aid
Safety oversight
Staff supervision
Task management abilities
Process improvement
Written correspondence
Leadership training
Cultural awareness
Professional conduct
AED operation
Analytical skills
Wellness Counseling
Nutritional Guidance
Budget administration
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 30+ staff members.
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - Oregon and Idaho
- AHCA/NCAL GERO NURSE PREP COURSE COMPLETED 4/10/25
- Certified community based care, NURSELEARN EDUCATION 3/21/25
- Certified infection control specialist training, 3/31/2023
- BLS- 3/17/2
- CPR-3/17/25
- FIRST AID-3/17/25
- Wound Care-3/19/26
- Psychotropic safety in long term care-10/8/25
- Best practices of medication administration-11/20/25
Interests
Avid Reader
Gardening
I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community.
Crafting and DIY Projects
I like looking at the stars and learning about constellations.
Outdoor Recreation
Volunteering
Regularly practice mindfulness and meditation for overall wellness.
Bread Making
I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings.
Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact.
Reading
Growing herbs
vegetables
or fruits in home gardens.
Music
Camping
Timeline
Health and Wellness Director III
Brookdale Senior Living, Inc
04.2021 - 08.2026Read More
Travel Registered Nurse
Maxim Integrated
08.2020 - 02.2021Read More
Idaho Technical College
Licensed Practical Nurse from Licensed practical nurse
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Idaho State University
Associates from Registered nurse
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Personal Information
Title: RN Clinical Specialist