Martina L. Dunbar, RN BSN
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Compassionate RN with expertise in mental health nursing. Skilled in patient triage, risk assessment, and interdisciplinary collaboration, dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes through holistic care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Teen Intensive Outpatient (Per Diem)
Kaiser Permanente
Clackamas, OR
01.2026 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient interviews, assessments, and triage to identify changes in condition, promptly responding, and/or notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans and individualized care plans that enhanced patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to work within a dynamic work environment.
- Utilized broad-based knowledge of Mental Health diagnoses and treatment, including psychotropic medications, and associated labs.
- Provided education of common co-existing medical conditions (and potentially impacting the treatment/management of Mental Health conditions) while collaborating with the team, patient, and their families.
RN, Inpatient Brookside Addiction Medicine
Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center
Clackamas, OR
11.2025 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient interviews, triage, and assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines/protocols; for example, CIWA and COWS, while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- 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.
- Provided support for patients and families during difficult medical decisions, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
RN, Team Lead, Procedural Psychiatry
Kaiser Permanente
Vancouver, WA
12.2021 - 08.2025
- Led team in delivering high-quality patient care and improving clinical outcomes for patients undergoing TMS, Esketamine, and ECT.
- Efficiently performed triage, risk assessment/mitigation strategies, and case management while collaborating with other departments when a multidisciplinary approach was indicated.
- Analyzed patient care data to identify trends and recommend process improvements for operational excellence.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to address challenges, share insights, and foster a collaborative environment.
- Managed staffing schedules for optimal coverage, reducing overtime expenses while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Served as a UBT Co-Lead for Procedural Psychiatry for 3 years, while maintaining a Level >4.
- Contributed to a positive work culture by recognizing individual achievements among staff members and promoting ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Elevated teamwork among staff members through open communication channels, fostering a collaborative work environment conducive to problem-solving and continuous learning.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Frontier Nursing University
Versailles, KY04-2027
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oregon Health And Science University
Portland, OR06-2012
Skills
- Compassion, empathy, and rapport-building
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Mental Health nursing
- Psychedelic Assisted Therapies & Research through CIIS
- Patient triage, interviewing, and risk assessment/mitagation
- Volunteer experience with Court Appointed Special Advocate for Children (CASA) in Washinton County
- Volunteer experience at Doernbecher Children's Hospital on the Oncology Unit
Timeline
RN, Teen Intensive Outpatient (Per Diem)
Kaiser Permanente
01.2026 - Current
RN, Inpatient Brookside Addiction Medicine
Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center
11.2025 - Current
RN, Team Lead, Procedural Psychiatry
Kaiser Permanente
12.2021 - 08.2025
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Frontier Nursing University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oregon Health And Science University