Teddy Abesamis
Livonia,MI
Summary
Dynamic nursing professional with extensive expertise in management, nursing education, compliance, staffing, and quality improvement. Committed to fostering a positive work culture that enhances team collaboration and patient care outcomes. Proven ability to implement effective strategies that drive operational excellence and promote professional development among staff. Passionate about leveraging skills to create an environment where employees and patients thrive.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Professional Development Specialist (Full Time)
Corewell Health East Corporate Education
06.2022 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive education for corporate orientation and nurse residency programs to enhance new employee integration.
- Delivered engaging lectures to thousands of new nurses and support staff annually, facilitating classes of 60 to 200 participants.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to create innovative educational frameworks for nurse residency and orientation courses for 2026.
- Facilitated training and development for 3-6 med-surg units while ensuring hemodialysis coverage at Corewell Dearborn, effectively supporting a fluctuating staff of 180 to 300 FTE annually.
- Managed the collection and organization of data to support the annual reporting process for the Research Nursing and Magnet departments for 2023 and 2024.
- Executed comprehensive onboarding process for nursing staff, including nurses, nurse assistants, nurse technicians, and travel nurses.
- Streamlined onboarding procedures for 172 new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the organization.
- Spearheaded committee efforts to enhance patient callback initiative processes for 4N/S, focusing on reducing readmissions.
- Collaborated on strategic staffing initiative to optimize hiring processes and enhance employee retention.
- Assisted in infection control initiatives by participating in patient fall reduction committee. Supported wound care prevalence days to enhance patient safety. Contributed to team discussions and strategies for improving patient outcomes.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive content strategy for yearly medical-surgical education competency verification event to enhance staff proficiency.
- Led training sessions for American Heart BLS and American Red Cross certifications. Oversaw VAMS checkoffs and arrhythmia class delivery. Coordinated site RN class activities to enhance learning outcomes.
- Coordinated efforts between stakeholders as liaison for BD Foley prevalence studies and product needs evaluation, ensuring alignment of objectives in 2023 and 2024.
- Supported corporate competency assessment processes in Southfield to ensure compliance with staffing requirements.
- Guided new education department employees through orientation and professional development processes.
- Corewell Dearborn, MI (June 2022- September 2024)
Instructor
Chamberlain University
10.2020 - Current
- Directed educational programs for adult health I & II, fundamentals of nursing, and capstone courses.
- Delivered lectures to 50-90 students each semester across multiple courses.
- Directed and supervised clinical instructors for med surg classes.
- Provided training and support for visiting professors in online clinical methodologies and managed sessions in their absence.
- Assisted in conducting med surg and adult complex health student clinicals and labs. Supported clinical experiences at Corewell Troy, Providence Park, Ascension Rochester, St. Joseph Pontiac, Henry Ford Providence Novi, and Henry Ford St. John.
- Assisted in student and faculty engagement initiatives to foster collaboration. Supported admissions committee in evaluating candidate applications. Contributed to discussions on improving recruitment strategies.
- Contingent Visiting Professor (October 2019- September 2020, March 2023 - Current)
- Instructor Full time (October 2020 - June 2022)
Staff RN / Contingent RN
Beaumont Dearborn
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Henry Ford Best Choice (Jan- Jun 2020)
- Administered patient care, including medication management and vital sign monitoring.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Conducted assessments, identifying patient needs and coordinating appropriate interventions.
Staffing Manager
Supplemental Healthcare
11.2017 - 05.2018
- Executed targeted recruitment strategies, including cold calling and job board postings, to achieve 100 percent staff retention.
- Achieved successful recruitment and staffing of RNs, LPNs, NAs, PTs, OTs, sterile processing techs, scrub techs, and surgical first assistants for diverse healthcare settings. Drove compliance with industry regulations, enhancing operational integrity across nursing homes, hospitals, and behavioral health facilities. Enhanced service quality through effective management of healthcare professionals in stand-alone surgical centers.
Interim Director of Nursing
Able Healthcare Services
05.2016 - 07.2017
- Oversaw 24/7 operations of Medicare-certified home health care company, ensuring compliance and quality service delivery.
- Managed stakeholder interactions during survey visits for CHAPs, prioritizing engagement and the accuracy of collected information.
- Directed office staff and supervised LPNs to enhance patient care delivery. Oversaw marketing strategies and budget management to optimize operational efficiency. Managed payroll processes and established partnerships with third-party OT/PT companies. Led contract negotiations and recruitment of consultants. Orchestrated the successful sale of the company.
Assistant Clinical Manager
Oakwood / Beaumont Dearborn
09.2014 - 04.2016
- Oversaw clinical operations 24/7 and responded promptly to on-call situations to support healthcare delivery.
- Oversaw operations of 60 full-time equivalents on a high-demand gastrointestinal surgical progressive care floor.
- Oversaw full-time charge nurse duties while implementing data collection for quality improvement initiatives. Led staffing and scheduling processes to enhance operational efficiency. Facilitated the education and recruitment of new staff to strengthen team capabilities.
- Achieved a significant increase in HCAHPS score from 11 to 71 in just 9 months. Cultivated a strong patient-centered practice culture through successful integration of nursing teams.
- Led team in implementing patient care protocols, enhancing service delivery and compliance.
- Facilitated communication between clinical teams and administration to ensure alignment on patient care objectives.
- Analyzed departmental performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
Staff RN
Oakwood Annapolis / Oakwood Dearborn
04.2012 - 08.2014
- Administered medications and treatments per established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes and escalating concerns to healthcare teams promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of conditions and treatment options.
Education
Masters of Business Administration -
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ11.2015
Masters of Science Nursing -
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ11.2015
Bachelors of Science Nursing -
Oakland University
Rochester Hills, MI12.2011
Bachelors of Music -
Wayne State University
Detroit06.2003
Skills
- Communication
- Nurse Mentoring
- Team Building
- Professional Development
- Large Group Presentations
- EPIC, Workforce, Peoplesoft
- Patient care, medication management, care planning
- Family education
- Compassionate care
- Nursing staff leadership
Certification
- Register Nurse – License 4704289628 exp: 2/3/2026
- Nursing Profession Development (NPD-BC) – 2024014052 exp: 4/18/2029
Timeline
Nurse Professional Development Specialist (Full Time)
Corewell Health East Corporate Education
06.2022 - Current
Instructor
Chamberlain University
10.2020 - Current
Staff RN / Contingent RN
Beaumont Dearborn
06.2018 - 06.2020
Staffing Manager
Supplemental Healthcare
11.2017 - 05.2018
Interim Director of Nursing
Able Healthcare Services
05.2016 - 07.2017
Assistant Clinical Manager
Oakwood / Beaumont Dearborn
09.2014 - 04.2016
Staff RN
Oakwood Annapolis / Oakwood Dearborn
04.2012 - 08.2014
Masters of Business Administration -
University of Phoenix
Masters of Science Nursing -
University of Phoenix
Bachelors of Science Nursing -
Oakland University
Bachelors of Music -
Wayne State University