Jill Dunbar
S WEYMOUTH,MA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Patient-oriented Nurse with Twenty five years of diverse experience in direct patient care. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Medical Surgical Nursing specialty.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Attending Registered Nurse
South Shore Health System
2004.09 - Current
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Contributed significantly towards Joint Commission accreditation compliance through regular audits, staff education and process improvement recommendations.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
Staff Registered Nurse
Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates
1994.03 - 2004.08
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing individualized care.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Promoted teamwork and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care planning and implementation.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care with a focus on empathy, communication, and professionalism.
- Streamlined workflow processes within the nursing unit to maximize efficiency while maintaining exceptional patient care standards.
- Mentored new nurses as they transitioned into practice, providing guidance and support to promote professional growth.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Simmons College
Boston, MA05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Simmons College
Boston, MA05.2015
Skills
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Patient Education and Counseling
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Monitoring
- Infection Control Measures
- Administering Immunizations
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Family Education
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Emotional Awareness
- Relationship Building
- Clinical Judgment
- Staff Supervision
Shared Governance
Member of the unit based Shared Governance 2008-2010. Shared Governance is a unit based group consisting of staff whom meet monthly to support and drive change on that particular unit. Shared Governance uses evidence based practice to support staff in promoting positive change in certain procedures on the unit to consistently obtain positive patient outcomes. Shared Governance advocates for staff satisfaction and staff retention through ideas and suggestions from all staff members on the unit.
Timeline
Attending Registered Nurse
South Shore Health System
2004.09 - Current
Staff Registered Nurse
Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates
1994.03 - 2004.08
Master of Science - Nursing
Simmons College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Simmons College
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