Tammy Everette
Nunnelly
Summary
Dynamic healthcare leader with a strong background in operational strategy and workforce planning. Known for implementing quality improvement initiatives that drive patient care excellence and staff performance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Weekend Supervisor
Life Care Center of Centerville
Centerville, TN
03.2025 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and facility policies.
- Coordinated patient care activities, enhancing efficiency in the delivery of services.
- Mentored new nurses, fostering skill development and promoting best practices in patient care.
Director of Nursing
The Heritage At Brentwood
Brentwood, TN
05.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized patient care plans, addressing diverse healthcare needs.
- Oversaw recruitment, training, and performance evaluations of nursing personnel to ensure optimal staffing levels.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Developed and implemented nursing protocols to enhance patient safety and improve care outcomes.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Life Care Center of Centerville
Centerville, TN
07.2017 - 02.2023
- Led nursing staff in implementing patient care protocols, enhancing overall quality of care.
- Developed and maintained schedules for nursing personnel to ensure optimal staffing levels.
- Coordinated training programs for nursing staff, improving compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Executive Director
Gentiva Hospice
Dickson, TN
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Enhanced operational efficiency by implementing process improvements across multiple departments.
- Cultivated partnerships with community organizations to expand service outreach and resources.
- Directed staff training programs to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and improve patient care quality.
Regional Director of Operations
Caris Healthcare
Knoxville, TN
11.2012 - 01.2017
- Directed operational strategy across multiple healthcare facilities to enhance service delivery and patient satisfaction.
- Implemented process improvements that increased operational efficiency and reduced costs within regional operations.
- Led cross-functional teams to optimize workflows and achieve corporate objectives in patient care management.
- Oversaw compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring quality of care and adherence to industry best practices.
Administrator of Inpatient Units
Alive Hospice
Nashville, TN
01.2009 - 04.2012
- Streamlined administrative processes to enhance office efficiency and support patient care initiatives.
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for multidisciplinary team meetings and patient consultations.
- Managed confidential patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.
- Developed and maintained filing systems, improving retrieval time for critical documentation.
Case Manager, Patient Care Manager, Administrator
Trinity Hospice
Nashville, TN
06.2005 - 01.2009
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care plans for patients, ensuring holistic and personalized support.
- Assessed patient needs through comprehensive evaluations to recommend appropriate interventions.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families to enhance care continuity.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction in hospice care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of Mobile
Mobile, AL05-2005
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Dickson Vo-Tech
Dickson, TN04-1993
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Organizational skills
- Self motivation
- Compassionate care
- Ethical practice
- Operational efficiency
- Workforce planning
- Strategic planning and execution
- Operations oversight
- Process improvement
- Cost control
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Registered Nurse Weekend Supervisor
Life Care Center of Centerville
03.2025 - Current
Director of Nursing
The Heritage At Brentwood
05.2024 - Current
Executive Director
Gentiva Hospice
02.2022 - 01.2023
Assistant Director of Nursing
Life Care Center of Centerville
07.2017 - 02.2023
Regional Director of Operations
Caris Healthcare
11.2012 - 01.2017
Administrator of Inpatient Units
Alive Hospice
01.2009 - 04.2012
Case Manager, Patient Care Manager, Administrator
Trinity Hospice
06.2005 - 01.2009
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of Mobile
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Dickson Vo-Tech