Joshua James Strobel
Knoxville
Summary
Versatile registered nurse with 13 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in multiple care settings. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
- I currently work as an RN in the Short Stay Unit and Float Pool for Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
- I serve a variety of Medical/Surgical patients in the acute care setting
- The units that I support include: Cardiology, Nephrology, Surgical, Orthopedic, Neurology, Pulmonology, Oncology, Rehab and the Emergency Department
- My responsibilities include the nursing care of 5 to 7 patients, management of medications, patient documentation and supervision of support staff
Health Services Management
Air National Guard
05.2017 - Current
- I reenlisted into the Air National Guard as a Noncommissioned Officer within the 134th Medical Group, Tennessee Air National Guard
- My role is the planning, development, management and performance of health service activities
- I am responsible for the release of information functions, preparation and transcription of patient information as well as administrative support for medical and nursing staff
- The medical group is responsible for the medical readiness of the 134th Air Refueling Wing
RN Care Manager
Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
11.2018 - 01.2022
- I worked as a Care Manager for Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
- I am responsible for promoting patient care coordination and providing evidence-based education to staff and patients
- I work with the multidisciplinary teams within the facility and coordinate with multiple outpatient agencies and resources to decrease patient length of stay as well as ensure adequate and safe discharge planning
Clinical Supervisor - RN
Covenant Home Care
06.2017 - 11.2018
- I worked as a Home Care Clinical Supervisor for the Covenant Health
- My duties included the management of nursing, therapy and support staff who are responsible for direct care of patients’ health in the post hospital setting
- My responsibilities included auditing clinicians’ OASIS charting, supporting field staff with administrative and technical problems, assisting with scheduling, operation, team decisions, interviewing potential new staff, performance evaluations and disciplinary measures, and assisting with patient care as needed
Registered Nurse
Covenant Home Care
09.2013 - 06.2017
- I worked as a Home Care RN for the Covenant Health for Knox, Loudon and Monroe counties in Tennessee
- My duties include the promotion and restoration of patients’ health in the post hospital setting
- My individual responsibilities include patient assessment; medication and disease process education; the delivery of technical nursing skills within the home; and collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to provide the physical and psychological support needed for our patients and families
Registered Nurse
Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
06.2012 - 09.2013
- I worked as an RN for the Critical Care Units within Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
- I primarily worked in the Intermediate Care Unit with a variety of acute and chronically ill patients
- The patients ranged from the critically ill to general medical/surgical patients
- My responsibilities included the total nursing care of 2 to 4 patients, management of medications, patient documentation and supervision of support staff
ER Technician
East Tennessee Children’s Hospital
09.2008 - 06.2012
- I assisted in the direct nursing care of patients under the delegation of RNs
- Care included: obtaining vital signs; orthopedic splinting; obtaining stool, urine, sputum, strep samples from patients for lab testing; patient room assignments and placement; patient transport within the facility; oxygen administration; BLS and assistance during emergency situations; holding and assistance with IVs, IM injections, LPs, sutures and other procedures
Military Police Sergeant
US Army
06.2002 - 04.2008
- I served as a patrolman on post while stationed in Hawaii from 2002 to 2003
- Our patrol area included a residential area of over 10,000 Soldiers, family members and Department of the Army civilians
- I was assigned as the Fort Shafter Battalion Training NCO from 2003 to 2005
- I was responsible for the training, land and ammo resources of over 450 Soldiers and DA Police Officers
- While stationed at Fort Hood TX, I was assigned as a team leader and assistant squad leader from 2006 to 2008
- This included a 15-month rotation to Iraq where I was responsible for the lives of 12 to 20 Soldiers per mission
Cavalry Scout
Army National Guard
06.1993 - 06.1999
- I enlisted into the Army National Guard and trained as a cavalry scout
- My service in the National Guard helped me through college and prepared me for challenging work experiences
- As a scout, I trained to conduct reconnaissance missions, conduct maintenance on several vehicles and weapons systems and I learned basic Soldiering skills
- I learned to work within a team and this experience strengthened my sense of pride and dedication to duty
Education
Master of Science - FPMHNP
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT11-2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Roane State Community College
Harriman, TN05-2012
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY12-2000
High School Diploma -
Bearden High School
Knoxville, TN05-1994
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Care planning and coordination
- Care plan development
- Patient assessment and monitoring
- Flow sheet and narrative charting
- Electronic health records
- Documentation and charting
- Clinical judgment
- Microsoft Office
- Computer skills
- Patient and family relations
- Emotional intelligence
- Clear communication
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional
Affiliations
- Travel: I have been to 15 different countries on 3 continents, including several trips to Europe.
- Golf, Reading, Watch Collecting and Boating
- French (working towards fluency)
Certification
Registered Nurse | Tennessee | Issued June, 2012
- License Number: 188864
- Fully unencumbered license to practice as an RN
- Expires: 5/31/2026
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner | Tennessee | Registered to test
- Will update once testing date is known and again upon completion
Certifications
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) | Expires March, 2026
- Basic Life Support (BLS) | Expires March, 2026
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification | Expires October, 2025
Accomplishments
- I received numbers military awards, decorations and accommodations, which include 3 Army Commendation Medals, 3 Army Achievement Medals and the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal.
- I have been selected on multiple occasions for competitive promotions throughout my professional career.
- I will be completing my MSN at LMU in May of 2025.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
RN Care Manager
Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
11.2018 - 01.2022
Clinical Supervisor - RN
Covenant Home Care
06.2017 - 11.2018
Health Services Management
Air National Guard
05.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse
Covenant Home Care
09.2013 - 06.2017
Registered Nurse
Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center
06.2012 - 09.2013
ER Technician
East Tennessee Children’s Hospital
09.2008 - 06.2012
Military Police Sergeant
US Army
06.2002 - 04.2008
Cavalry Scout
Army National Guard
06.1993 - 06.1999
Master of Science - FPMHNP
Lincoln Memorial University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Roane State Community College
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Eastern Kentucky University
High School Diploma -
Bearden High School
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