Jill A. Bearrows
McKinney,Tx
Summary
A Registered Nurse with 20 years of experience, including 6 years in the Operating Room. I have collaborated with many physicians to assess and treat patients in an efficient manner as well as inform family, caregivers, and providers on diagnosis and treatment. I have a strong passion for providing exceptional patient care and am dedicated to ensuring excellent patient outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Plano surgery center
Plano, Tx
07.2026 - 06.2027
- Collaborated with anesthesia providers to ensure patient safety throughout procedures.
- Monitored patient vital signs during procedures and responded to changes promptly.
- Prepared operating rooms with necessary instruments and supplies before surgeries.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address concerns pre- and post-surgery.
Operating Room Registered Nurse/Circulator
Valley Health
05.2024 - 06.2026
- Assisted in various surgical procedures by preparing the Provided high level individualized care to adult and pediatric patients in a surgical setting
- Assisted in various surgical procedures by preparing and providing individualized care to adult and pediatric patients in operating room
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety operating room and ensuring all instruments were sterilized and functioning
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety operating room and ensure all instruments were sterilized and functioning
Operating Room Registered Nurse/Circulator
Christus Santa Rosa
San Marcos, Tx
03.2021 - 05.2024
- Delivered individualized care to adult and pediatric patients across multiple medical specialties, enhancing patient experience and outcomes
- Executed interventions such as medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management to ensure patient safety and comfort
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing
- Trained new nurses in techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols, improving team readiness and patient care quality
Registered Nurse in S.I.CU.
Metro Methodist Hospital
San Antonio, Tx
03.2019 - 03.2021
- Specialized in providing complex critical nursing care to adult patients in the surgical ICU.
- Delivered comprehensive patient care, conducting assessments and interventions for 24-bed trauma and post-surgical unit.
- Assessed patients condition, notified physicians of clinical changes as well as preparing and implementing patients care plans
- Explained patient conditions to family members with compassion and clarity, ensuring understanding of medical information.
- Administered medications as determined by the patient's condition (IV, Sub Q, etc.)
Registered Nurse and Clinical Coordinator, Surgical Oncology
Colorado Head and Neck
Denver, Colorado
04.2013 - 02.2019
- Delivered quality care to oncologic patients pre- and post-surgery, focusing on comprehensive wound management.
- Provided specified education to patient and family members, navigating them throughout care from diagnosis through remission
- Coordinated referrals to nurse navigator, social worker, and oncology specialists, ensuring patients received necessary resources and therapy options before and after surgery.
Registered Nurse, Med-Surg Unit
Childrens Hospital
Denver, Colorado
11.2011 - 08.2012
- Worked exclusively with children and their families suffering from major co-morbidities. Creatively provided pre-op and post-op care to pediatric patients.
- Managed PICC lines, PCA pumps, IVs, NG/PEG tubes, chest tubes, JP drains, wound vacs, lumbar drains, and urinary catheters to ensure effective patient care.
- Delivered comprehensive patient care through daily care planning and education for patients and families in a high-acuity environment.
Registered Nurse, Neuro Rehabilitation
Craig Hospital
Englewood, Colorado
10.2007 - 11.2011
- Delivered high-quality care to patients with spinal cord and brain injuries, contributing to rehabilitation success at a top 10 rehab facility
- Facilitated effective communication among interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Regis University
Denver, ColoradoAssociate of Science -
Red Rocks Community College
Lakewood, ColoradoSkills
- Surgical procedures assistance
- IV placement and medication administration
- Surgical sterility assurance
- Infection prevention
- Surgical team coordination
- Patient pre-op assessment
- Patient care coordination
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse
Certification
eNLC RN currentlyTexas, compact licensure, BLS and ACLS
AWARDS
Surgeons choice award, Living our values award, Team leadership award
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Plano surgery center
07.2026 - 06.2027
Operating Room Registered Nurse/Circulator
Valley Health
05.2024 - 06.2026
Operating Room Registered Nurse/Circulator
Christus Santa Rosa
03.2021 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse in S.I.CU.
Metro Methodist Hospital
03.2019 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse and Clinical Coordinator, Surgical Oncology
Colorado Head and Neck
04.2013 - 02.2019
Registered Nurse, Med-Surg Unit
Childrens Hospital
11.2011 - 08.2012
Registered Nurse, Neuro Rehabilitation
Craig Hospital
10.2007 - 11.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Regis University
Associate of Science -
Red Rocks Community College