ANDREA J. DUNBAR
Holmen,Wisconsin
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. Strong collaborator with a focus on critical thinking and effective communication skills.
Overview
21
21
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.
Registered Nurse
Sacred Heart Hospital
10.2008 - 10.2010
- Enhanced patient outcomes through comprehensive care for critically ill individuals.
- Interpreted assessments and lab results to guide treatment decisions effectively.
- Collaborated with medical staff to develop and optimize patient care plans.
- Maintained hemodynamic stability via expert management of intravenous infusions.
- Proactively managed complications to uphold patient safety and care quality.
Registered Nurse
Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center
02.2005 - 10.2008
- Enhanced patient outcomes by managing diverse critical care diagnoses.
- Informed clinical decisions through analysis of physical assessments and lab data.
- Coordinated treatment plans with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care.
- Monitored complex cardiothoracic and trauma cases for improved recovery.
- Facilitated smooth transfers to intensive care after medical and oncology treatment.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
University of Wisconsin Platteville
Platteville, WIBachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI12.2004
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Delegation and motivation
- Decision making
- Patient management
- Nursing staff leadership
- 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
Registered Nurse
Sacred Heart Hospital
10.2008 - 10.2010
Registered Nurse
Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center
02.2005 - 10.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
University of Wisconsin Platteville
Quote
Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life’s coming attractions.
Albert Einstein
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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.