News Summary
Seven Oaks Health has named Norman Pasley as the new Chief Nursing Officer, bringing over 30 years of healthcare leadership experience. Pasley’s impressive background includes high-level positions at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare, where he excelled in improving care quality ratings. He is also a U.S. Army veteran and is pursuing a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. His appointment aims to enhance healthcare services within the Big Bend region and ensure high-quality care for patients at Big Bend Hospice.
Tallahassee – Seven Oaks Health, the parent organization of Big Bend Hospice, has appointed Norman Pasley as the new Chief Nursing Officer. With more than 30 years of healthcare leadership and clinical experience, Pasley brings extensive credentials, including an MBA, MSN, RN, NHA, NE-BC, and CRRN, to his new role.
Pasley is no stranger to the healthcare landscape in the region, having spent two decades at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare (TMH), where he held several prominent leadership positions. His roles included Nursing Director of Outpatient Surgery, Director of Patient Flow in Hospital Nursing Operations, and Administrator of the TMH Rehabilitation Center. Most notably, the TMH Rehabilitation Center earned a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) under his leadership. Additionally, Pasley guided the Home Health services to achieve a 3.5-star CMS rating, demonstrating his commitment to quality improvement and clinical excellence.
Throughout his time at TMH, Pasley also oversaw the Outpatient Neurological Clinic, which provided care for an average of 70 to 90 patients on a daily basis. His reputation for operational management and quality services has made him a well-respected figure in the medical community.
In addition to his impressive professional background, Pasley is a U.S. Army veteran, having served seven years on active duty as a Combat Medic and Licensed Practical Nurse. He concluded his military service at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, gaining firsthand experience in high-pressure medical settings.
Outside of his extensive experience, Pasley is reputable for his dual master’s degrees in nursing and business administration. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Nursing Practice in Executive Healthcare Leadership at Florida State University, further enhancing his competencies in healthcare management.
Bill Wertman, the Chief Executive Officer of Seven Oaks Health and Big Bend Hospice, commended Pasley’s outstanding track record at TMH and highlighted his dedication to clinical excellence. In his new position, Pasley will oversee clinical services for Big Bend Hospice, ensuring patients and families across the eight-county Big Bend region receive high-quality care. His appointment coincides with Seven Oaks Health’s mission to strengthen healthcare innovation and build collaborative partnerships, particularly with community entities like TMH.
The leadership transition aims to advance healthcare services in the area, focusing on improving health outcomes within the community. With Pasley at the helm, Big Bend Hospice looks forward to continuing its commitment to providing compassionate care aligned with the latest standards of practice. His expertise and proven leadership skills are widely expected to contribute positively to the future of healthcare services in the Big Bend region.
Overall, Norman Pasley’s appointment as Chief Nursing Officer is set to enhance the operational capabilities and quality of care provided by Big Bend Hospice, reaffirming its dedicated commitment to patient-focused healthcare delivery. As the organization embarks on this new chapter, the focus will remain on ensuring that innovative, collaborative healthcare solutions are accessible to all community members.
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