Glenda Thompson
Pelzer
Summary
Accomplished Nurse Manager with a proven track record at Springbrook Behavioral Health System, enhancing staff development and patient care standards. Expert in department management and patient advocacy, I've led teams to achieve significant improvements in healthcare delivery. Skilled in policy development and nursing assignments, my leadership fosters a culture of continuous professional growth and high-quality patient care.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Manager
Springbrook Behavioral Health System
08.2023 - Current
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
Charge Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
Early Intervention Specialist
Anderson County Disabilities and Special Needs Board
06.1995 - 06.2010
- Offered guidance and support to families of children with disabilities or developmental challenges.
- Conducted child assessments during intervention visits.
- Implemented tracking tools to evaluate successes and areas in need of improvement.
- Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
South University
Savannah, GA12-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tri-County Technical College
Pendleton, SC05-2011
Skills
- Department management
- Patient education and advocacy
- Policy development
- Nursing assignments
- Utilization review
- Healthcare delivery
Timeline
Nurse Manager
Springbrook Behavioral Health System
08.2023 - Current
Charge Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2023 - 08.2023
Early Intervention Specialist
Anderson County Disabilities and Special Needs Board
06.1995 - 06.2010
Master of Science - Nursing
South University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tri-County Technical College
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