JIll Tait
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse specialized in Neurological Medical-Surgical Units, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, wound care, and post-operative care management. Excel at communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and seamless collaboration with healthcare teams.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Barrow Neurological Institute
Phonie, AZ
07.2025 - Current
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Provided direct nursing care in a fast-paced medical-surgical unit to patients, including assessments, treatments, medications, and documentation of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Incorporated cultural diversity into all aspects of patient assessment and management strategies.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
First Grade Teacher
Osborn School District
Phoenix, AZ
08.2011 - 05.2015
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles in first grade classrooms.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and tailored instruction accordingly.
- Created a positive classroom environment that encouraged respect and teamwork among students.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching practices and methodologies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05-2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges, Gateway Community College
Phoenix, AZ05-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05-1991
Skills
- Patient-Centered Focus
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Acute and Chronic Care Management
- Leadership and Mentoring
Accomplishments
- Nominated for 24 Daisy Awards
- Nursing Excellence Award for "Exemplary Professional Practice"
- Service Award for 5 years of dedicated service
- Highly Qualified Educator Award
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Registered Nurse License #AZ227236
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Barrow Neurological Institute
07.2025 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Osborn School District
08.2011 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Arizona University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges, Gateway Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Northern Arizona University
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