ANDREA J. DUNBAR
Holmen,WI
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience in delivering high-quality patient care in dynamic environments. Proficient in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Expert in collaboration, prioritizing analytical thinking, and strong communication abilities. Seasoned nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Competent in updating charts, monitoring medications, and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Registered Nurse
ThedaCare Regional Medical Center
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Ensured patient safety and comfort in diverse, fast-paced care environments.
- Achieved optimal patient outcomes through interdisciplinary team collaboration on care plans.
- Educated families on health management and post-discharge instructions for effective recovery.
- Prioritized nursing interventions using critical thinking based on patient acuity levels.
Travel Registered Nurse
Totalmed Staffing
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Ensured nursing practice compliance with laws and regulations as travel nurse.
- Enhanced communication among healthcare team members for quality patient care.
- Maintained accurate patient documentation, including medical history and medication records.
- Provided emotional support to families during challenging end-of-life care decisions.
Travel Registered Nurse
Totalmed Staffing
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Travel nurse at Aspirus Hospital, Wausau, Wisconsin.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop treatment strategies for complex cases.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal quality of care for all patients.
Travel Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Travel nurse at UnityPoint Health - Meriter Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin.
- Utilized expertise across surgical, medical and neurological units.
- Execute safe patient care plans in collaboration with healthcare team.
- Complied with hospital practice standards.
Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic Health System
09.2016 - 03.2023
- Enhanced patient outcomes in a 15-bed medical and rehabilitation unit.
- Managed care for adults with acute and chronic health conditions effectively.
- Evaluated and prioritized patient treatment to improve overall health outcomes.
- Directed nursing team as Charge Nurse for over five years.
- Identified complications and coordinated treatment plans with multidisciplinary teams.
Registered Nurse
Gundersen Health System
10.2010 - 04.2016
- Increased patient engagement by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams effectively.
- Managed acute care for adults with chronic illnesses and surgical needs proficiently.
- Optimized surgical team dynamics, enhancing operational efficiency and procedural support.
- Streamlined patient preparation and movement, improving surgical procedure effectiveness.
- Coordinated unscheduled case scheduling and equipment management for operational efficiency.
- Educated patients and families on surgical processes and postoperative care phases.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI12 2004
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Strategic troubleshooting
- Delegation and motivation
- Decision making
- Patient management
- Clinical leadership in nursing
- Patient satisfaction and process improvement
- Unit oversight
- Documentation and charting
- Professional bedside manner
- High level of autonomy
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association - 2025
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
- Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification through American Heart Association - 2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse
ThedaCare Regional Medical Center
04.2025 - 10.2025
Travel Registered Nurse
Totalmed Staffing
09.2024 - 03.2025
Travel Registered Nurse
Totalmed Staffing
08.2023 - 08.2024
Travel Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare
04.2023 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic Health System
09.2016 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
Gundersen Health System
10.2010 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Interests
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES: Licensed registered nurse since January 2005 through State of Wisconsin. Certified in ACLS and BLS through American Heart Association on January 2025.