Jeremiah Spain
LaPlace
Summary
Results-driven Nurse Leader with over 15 years of experience in perioperative services, emergency medicine, interventional radiology, and hospital operations. Led multidisciplinary teams to enhance employee engagement, manage budgets, and negotiate vendor contracts. Focused on implementing operational improvements that elevate patient care and efficiency while fostering the development of nursing teams.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse – Operating Room
Ochsner Health
01.2025 - Current
- Completed AORN Periop 101 training program to enhance perioperative nursing skills.
- Provided intraoperative nursing care, ensuring patient safety and comfort during surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance surgical care quality and streamline patient flow.
House Supervisor
Our Lady of the Lake Health
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Directed hospital operations during evenings, nights, and weekends to ensure continuous patient care and support.
- Oversaw staffing, patient flow, and administrative operations across multiple departments, optimizing resource allocation for improved patient outcomes.
- Served as the administrative resource for physicians and clinical leaders.
- Served as administrative resource for physicians and clinical leaders, facilitating effective communication and decision-making.
Registered Nurse – Interventional Radiology (PRN)
Ochsner Health
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Delivered comprehensive pre-, intra-, and post-procedure nursing care to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Enhanced patient safety and streamlined procedural workflow to support successful interventions.
- Administered medications and managed patient care plans effectively.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
RN Manager – Urology Procedural Services
Ochsner Health
01.2017 - 01.2023
- Oversaw inpatient and outpatient cystoscopy operating rooms and clinic procedure areas to ensure optimal patient care.
- Led hiring, scheduling, coaching, and performance evaluations for nursing staff.
- Managed departmental budgets, supplies, and inventory.
- Partnered with Supply Chain and vendors to negotiate pricing and implement innovative technology solutions.
- Helped lead the opening of the Benson Cancer Center and Clearview Surgery Center and Clinic.
- Enhanced employee engagement, retention, operational efficiency, and quality improvement initiatives.
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Our Lady of the Lake Health
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Provided emergency nursing care to stabilize patients in high-acuity environments.
- Executed rapid assessment and treatment of critically ill and trauma patients, ensuring prompt intervention.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement timely, evidence-based care for optimal patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse – Day Outpatient Surgery Center
Ochsner Health
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Delivered comprehensive preoperative and postoperative nursing care to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Acted as Relief Charge Nurse.
- Coordinated patient preparation and facilitated Phase II recovery to optimize patient outcomes.
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Terrebonne General Medical Center
01.2010 - 01.2017
- Provided emergency nursing care in high-acuity environments, ensuring patient stabilization and safety.
- Conducted rapid assessments and treatments for critically ill and trauma patients, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement timely, evidence-based care, enhancing overall patient care delivery.
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Ochsner Health
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Provided emergency nursing care in high-acuity environments, ensuring patient safety and quality outcomes.
- Executed rapid assessment and treatment of critically ill and trauma patients, stabilizing conditions for further intervention.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to implement timely, evidence-based care, enhancing overall patient management.
Funeral Service Support Staff
Tharp-Sontheimer Funeral Home
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Supported funeral directors in removals, preparation, embalming, and funeral services, ensuring compassionate care for families during difficult times.
- Provided compassionate support to families during bereavement, ensuring a respectful and dignified environment.
- Assisted in preparation and presentation of deceased individuals for viewings and services, maintaining high standards of care.
- Managed inventory of supplies and equipment, streamlining processes for efficient operations within the funeral home.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing -
Chamberlain University
New Orleans01-2021
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux01-2010
High School Diploma - undefined
Hunters Lane Comprehensive High School
Nashville01-1999
Skills
- Nursing Leadership
- Operating Room Management
- Quality Improvement
- Regulatory Compliance
- Patient Throughput
- Staff Development
- Cost Control
- Resource Management
- Supply Negotiation
- Service Agreements
- Inventory Management
- Surgical Assistance
- Supply Chain Collaboration
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Worship Leader, Worship Leader at my local church, actively involved in community outreach and ministry programs focused on serving and supporting the local community.
LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Executive Nursing Leadership
- Employee Engagement
- Staff Retention
- Budget Management
- Fiscal Stewardship
- Vendor Relations
- Contract Negotiation
- Operational Excellence
- Project Management
- Quality Improvement
- Regulatory Compliance
- Patient Experience
- Team Development
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Operating Room
Ochsner Health
01.2025 - Current
House Supervisor
Our Lady of the Lake Health
01.2023 - 01.2025
Registered Nurse – Interventional Radiology (PRN)
Ochsner Health
01.2023 - 01.2025
RN Manager – Urology Procedural Services
Ochsner Health
01.2017 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse – Day Outpatient Surgery Center
Ochsner Health
01.2016 - 01.2017
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Ochsner Health
01.2015 - 01.2016
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Our Lady of the Lake Health
01.2014 - 01.2018
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Terrebonne General Medical Center
01.2010 - 01.2017
Funeral Service Support Staff
Tharp-Sontheimer Funeral Home
01.2004 - 01.2006
High School Diploma - undefined
Hunters Lane Comprehensive High School
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Nicholls State University
Master of Science in Nursing -
Chamberlain University