Tim Gillispie
Summary
Accomplished and results-driven professional with over 15 years of nursing leadership and management experience. Demonstrated ability to implement operational and day-to-day strategies that consistently exceed business objectives. Proven success in establishing cost-effective and efficient services, while also developing high-performing and motivated employees. Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills contribute to a track record of success in the healthcare industry.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deployed Medicine Instructor
Seventh Dimension
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom and field management techniques.
- Boosted student performance by revitalizing and updating training scenarios.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in classroom and hands on exercises.
Department Manager
U.S. Air Force
07.2020 - 06.2023
- Company Overview: Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ
- Led 22 member department, generating services valued at $6.8 million dollars annually
- Prioritized work flow as to accomplish readiness and humanitarian taskings while minimizing impact to daily operations
- Guided department through largest electronic health record update in past 27 years, COVID-19 operations, and the transition to the Defense Health Agency
- Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ
Chief Nurse Executive
U.S. Air Force
06.2017 - 06.2020
- Company Overview: Edwards AFB, CA
- Part of C-Suite Team, steered $9 million dollar budget, directed 2 wing level programs, led clinical operations during COVID contingency operations
- Oversaw the clinic practice, training and currency of 57 officer and enlisted personnel
- Edwards AFB, CA
Department Manager
U.S. Air Force
07.2014 - 05.2017
- Company Overview: San Antonio, TX
- Supervised perioperative care at the DoD's largest operating room and sole Level 1 trauma center
- Guided 66% increase in productivity, ramped up robotic surgery services, 2K trauma and emergent surgeries
- Deployed first ever humanitarian mission with indigenous laparoscopic surgical capabilities
- San Antonio, TX
OR Nurse, Charge Nurse and OR Manager
U.S. Air Force
08.1998 - 06.2014
- Demonstrated proficiency in various technological tools used in the operating room setting such as electronic medical records, surgical equipment, and monitoring devices.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
- Coordinated effectively with other departments including pharmacy services, radiology technicians, lab personnel to provide seamless interdisciplinary care.
Education
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (M.B.A.) - HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL04.2014
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - NURSING
Troy University Dothan Campus
Dothan, AL07.1998
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) - NURSING
George C. Wallace Community College
Dothan, AL01.1996
Skills
- Emotional Intelligence
- Decision Making
- Leadership/Management
- Staff Training and Development
- Professionalism
- Problem Resolution
- Strong Communication Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Strong Communication Skills
- Critical Thinking
Certification
Washington State RN License Nov 2025
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Deployed Medicine Instructor
Seventh Dimension
09.2023 - 07.2024
Department Manager
U.S. Air Force
07.2020 - 06.2023
Chief Nurse Executive
U.S. Air Force
06.2017 - 06.2020
Department Manager
U.S. Air Force
07.2014 - 05.2017
OR Nurse, Charge Nurse and OR Manager
U.S. Air Force
08.1998 - 06.2014
Washington State RN License Nov 2025
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (M.B.A.) - HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT
Columbia Southern University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - NURSING
Troy University Dothan Campus
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) - NURSING
George C. Wallace Community College
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