Hobbies/Sports:
Camping; Traveling; Going to church; Volunteering at church; Mentoring youth; Community outreach
Education Degrees:
Master of Science in Nursing, Minor in Education, Regis University (2011); Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Malone University (2003)
Affiliations Awards:
Board of Directors, Ohio Nurses Association; American Nurses Association; Board of Directors, National Federation of Nurses
Children's Names:
Letitia, Angelia, John, Deaundra, Victoria, Daniel, Lavisa, Thomas
Charity:
American Heart Association; YWCA; Pillars Club; United Way Worldwide
Number Of Years In Profession:
21
Number Of Years In Current Position:
15
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to always wanting to know more, her overall health care knowledge and experience, and to the preceptors who helped her when she was starting in health care.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she always wanted to be in health care; she wanted to be hands on and help people.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Tucker has been married for 40 years. She has biological, adopted and foster children and grandchildren. Ms. Tucker’s hospital received a service excellence award in patient care and safety for being in the top five percent of hospitals in the nation for patient mortality.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Working as a preceptor; Being a resource and charge nurse; Handling patient care; Managing all day-to-day responsibilities in the intensive care unit
Awards/Honors:
Sigma Theta Tau International
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Tucker hopes to be teaching at the university level, traveling, and participating in research. She also hopes to be published.