Tarry Sallas, BSN, RN, CCRN
Leander
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented nursing professional seeking a full-time Assistant Nursing Manager role. Known for strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and a quick ability to learn and apply new knowledge. Offers excellent time management and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to supporting team success and organizational growth
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Assistant Nurse Manager MICU/STICU/Med-Surg
Ascension Seton Williamson
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted Nurse Manager.
- Performed real-time chart audits for patients ensuring accuracy and completeness of information while capitalizing on opportunities for process improvement.
- Collaborated with other departments to streamline processes and enhance interdisciplinary teamwork, ultimately improving continuity of care for patients and accuracy of EHR documentation.
- Provide direct patient care and support when necessary.
- Assisted with coordinating nursing staff and clinical support needs.
- Coordinate unit operations, maintain departmental processes, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and quality standards.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members by employing effective communication techniques.
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Ascension Seton Williamson
07.2018 - Current
- Relief charge nurse of a 32-bed ICU unit at a Level 2 trauma hospital and designated stroke center.
- Competent taking critically ill patients including devices such as Intra-aortic Balloon Pump, Open Heart/CABG, Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy, External Ventricular Drains.
- Infectious Disease Response Unit (IDRU) team member
- Hospital Emergency Response Team (HERT) member
- Preceptor - mentored nursing staff, fostering professional development, and improving team performance.
- Administered patient care, ensuring adherence to established protocols and safety standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Affiliate Instructor
Texas State University School of Nursing
06.2023 - Current
- Provide direct supervision of undergraduate nursing students' clinical experiences while evaluating performance to ensure safe practices of effective communication skills and nursing skills.
- Mentored nursing students, providing guidance in academic and professional development throughout their education.
PACU Registered Nurse
SCA Health
07.2022 - Current
- Administered post-anesthesia care to ensure patient recovery and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to streamline patient handoffs and improve care transitions.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and recovery protocols.
Pediatric Home Health Registered Nurse
Thrive Skilled Pediatrics
10.2018 - 07.2020
- Administered personalized care plans for medically fragile pediatric patients, ensuring adherence to medical protocols and family preferences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas at Arlington
Associate Degree of Science - Nursing
Austin Community College
Skills
- Teamwork
- Critical thinking
- Clinical leadership
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Adaptable
- Staff development
- Quality improvement
- Ethical practice
Certification
- CCRN
- NIHSS
- TNCC
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Interim Assistant Nurse Manager MICU/STICU/Med-Surg
Ascension Seton Williamson
07.2025 - Current
Affiliate Instructor
Texas State University School of Nursing
06.2023 - Current
PACU Registered Nurse
SCA Health
07.2022 - Current
Pediatric Home Health Registered Nurse
Thrive Skilled Pediatrics
10.2018 - 07.2020
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Ascension Seton Williamson
07.2018 - Current
Associate Degree of Science - Nursing
Austin Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas at Arlington
Awards
Daisy Award winner 2019, 2021, and 2022
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