Our Staff at BrightStar Care® Bel Air

Michael Tamberino is a dedicated and experienced healthcare professional, serving as the owner of BrightStar Care of Bel Air MD. With a strong commitment to providing top-quality care, Michael oversees a team that delivers private-duty skilled and non-skilled in-home nursing services to residents of Harford County, MD.

Under his leadership, BrightStar Care of Bel Air MD has become the only Private-Duty Homecare Provider in Harford County accredited by The Joint Commission, a testament to the highest quality standards in healthcare. This prestigious accreditation signifies that the company meets rigorous performance standards in patient care, safety, and quality, ensuring that clients receive the best possible care. The Joint Commission's endorsement reflects BrightStar Care's adherence to comprehensive and continuous improvement in health care quality and patient safety.

The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including companion care, personal care, skilled nursing, and Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy. They also provide medical staffing solutions.

Michael's dedication to excellence is reflected in the numerous accolades BrightStar Care has received, including the HomeCarePulse Leader in Excellence, Provider of Choice, and Employer of Choice awards for six consecutive years. These awards highlight the company's commitment to outstanding care and employee satisfaction.

At the core of Michael’s philosophy is the Golden Rule – treating each client and employee with dignity, kindness, compassion, caring, and empathy. This principle drives the high standards and compassionate care that BrightStar Care of Bel Air MD is known for.
With a focus on RN-led care and a full continuum of care services, Michael ensures that every client receives personalized and comprehensive care tailored to their specific needs. His leadership and vision continue to make a significant impact on the lives of many families in Harford County.

Tiffany Jackson, RN, BSN, brings a wealth of experience and a strong educational background to her role as the Director of Nursing at BrightStar Care of Bel Air MD. Her career journey showcases a commitment to excellence in nursing leadership and clinical practice.

Tiffany's educational foundation is robust, beginning with a high school diploma from Northeast High School in Philadelphia. She furthered her training with a Certified Nursing Assistant program and progressed through both LPN and LPN-BSN programs, culminating in a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Indiana State University. This educational background emphasizes her dedication to continuous learning and professional development in the field of nursing.

Throughout her career, Tiffany has accumulated extensive clinical experience across diverse healthcare settings. She has worked in skilled nursing facilities, post-acute care, hospice care, and dementia care environments. Her roles have encompassed direct patient care, medication administration, IV therapy, wound care, and the supervision of clinical staff. Notably, her experience includes positions such as RN Supervisor at Lorien Bulle Rock and Elkton Nursing & Rehabilitation Center and a Resident Care Manager at Life Care Center, where she was responsible for overseeing staff performance and ensuring adherence to medical standards.

Tiffany's expertise extends to ambulatory care settings, including her tenure as an LPN at Madigan Army Medical Center's Pediatric Outpatient Clinic. Here, she managed patient care directly and coordinated complex care activities, highlighting her capability to handle challenging medical situations.

As the Director of Nursing at BrightStar Care of Bel Air MD, Tiffany holds a pivotal role in overseeing clinical operations. She ensures compliance with state regulations and Joint Commission standards, develops and implements care plans, conducts patient assessments, leads quality improvement initiatives, and supervises clinical staff. Her leadership is instrumental in maintaining the organization's reputation for delivering exceptional in-home nursing services. Tiffany's attention to detail, clinical expertise, and commitment to high standards of care contribute significantly to the organization's success in providing compassionate and high-quality healthcare services to clients.

In summary, Tiffany Jackson exemplifies a dedicated nursing professional with a strong background in clinical practice, leadership, and healthcare management. Her journey from education through to her current role as Director of Nursing reflects her passion for nursing excellence and her ability to ensure the highest standards of care for all patients served by BrightStar Care of Bel Air MD.

Michelle Wentworth serves as the Director of Operations at BrightStar Care of Bel Air MD, where she brings a wealth of experience in organizational management and client services. With a robust background in healthcare, technology, and direct marketing, Michelle is instrumental in driving operational excellence and business growth.

Michelle's professional journey is marked by significant roles that have honed her leadership and operational skills. At BrightStar Care of Bel Air MD, she has served as both the Director of Operations and Director of Client Services. In her current role, she oversees branch operations, ensuring adherence to BrightStar Care brand and location standards. She partners with the Owner, Director of Nursing, Customer Care Manager, and Community Liaison to enhance patient-centered care and drive business growth. Michelle also manages the recruitment team, ensuring compliance with internal processes and documentation, maintains appropriate staffing levels, and manages the skilled intake process to fulfill referrals. She builds and nurtures relationships with national accounts, pharmacies, hospitals, and skilled referral sources.

Her previous experience includes leading a high-performing Account Management team at Helion Technologies, where she fostered client relationships and ensured overall customer satisfaction. At Element Fleet Management, Michelle managed a client service team, developing and reporting on key performance metrics, identifying trends, and implementing corrective action plans. At Harte-Hanks Data Services Inc., she implemented organizational changes to improve operational efficiency and service delivery, developed marketing strategies, and provided training on best practices, leading to increased revenue growth. Earlier in her career, Michelle held various positions at Trahan Burden & Charles Inc., Barry Blau & Partners, and MBNA America Bank NA, where she developed and managed direct marketing campaigns and built strong client relationships.

Michelle holds a Bachelor of Science in Journalism with a Major in Advertising from West Virginia University, where she earned the Presidential Award for Excellence in Scholarship. She was also a member of Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority and participated in Women’s Club Lacrosse.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, Michelle's personal experience in coordinating home care for both of her parents has given her a deep understanding of the challenges and complexities involved in home healthcare. This personal insight, combined with her professional expertise, uniquely equips her to direct our operations and particularly our skilled nursing unit. Michelle's leadership ensures that our Registered Nurses, Physical, Occupational, and Speech therapists can effectively serve our clients' complex healthcare needs in their homes. Her dedication to service excellence and her ability to lead high-performing teams make her an invaluable asset to BrightStar Care of Bel Air MD, ensuring that every client receives compassionate, high-quality care.