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Jill Roofner

Mebane

Summary

Knowledgeable educational director with extensive experience at Durham Technical Community College, excelling in curriculum development and accreditation compliance. Proven track record in fostering hospital partnerships and enhancing student mentorship programs. Adept at problem-solving and team collaboration, driving program success and operational efficiency in surgical technology education.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director Surgical Technology Program

Durham Technical Community College
Durham
11.2005 - Current
  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance educational programs and community engagement.
  • Collaborated with faculty to develop curriculum aligned with industry standards.
  • Fostered partnerships with local hospitals to expand student opportunities.
  • Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
  • Directed the program's daily operations, ensuring compliance with ARC-STSA accreditation regulations.
  • Spearheaded the development and launch of new apprenticeship partnerships with Duke, WakeMed, and UNC hospital systems.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and procedures with the Surgical Technology accrediting body.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.

Clinical Coordinator DTCC Surgical Tech Program

Durham Technical Community College
Durham
11.2005 - Current
  • Developed and maintained clinical protocols to ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Provided guidance and support to students regarding clinical best practices.
  • Maintained detailed records of student progress and outcomes.
  • Developed and implemented clinical protocols, policies, and procedures.
  • Improve policies and procedures through development, implementation, revision and evaluation of new protocols.
  • Improved surgical technology competencies and care best practices through various ongoing learning options.
  • Assisted with budget preparation and monitoring expenses associated with providing student services.
  • Analyzed clinical data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Supervised clinical students, providing training and performance evaluations to enhance program efficiency.
  • Assisted in the accreditation process and compliance with surgical technology program standards and regulations.
  • Established solid relations with the leadership and staff of area hospitals.

Nurse Manager Physicians Alliance Surgery Center

Physicians Alliance Surgery Center
Cape Girardeau
01.2000 - 07.2003
  • Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
  • Coordinated daily operations to maintain efficient workflow and patient safety.
  • Developed training programs for new nurses to enhance skills and knowledge.
  • Implemented best practices for infection control within the surgery center.
  • Managed inventory of medical supplies to ensure availability for procedures.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for nursing staff to promote professional growth.
  • Collaborated with physicians to develop patient care plans and surgical protocols.
  • Facilitated team meetings to address concerns and improve departmental communication.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with staff members.
  • Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
  • Participated in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, orientation of new employees.
  • Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth, and professional development.
  • Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, support services personnel.
  • Addressed disciplinary issues among staff in accordance with organizational policy.
  • Provided guidance to staff on patient care, clinical practice, and professional development.
  • Assisted with budgeting process by forecasting staffing needs and supplies.
  • Performed personnel interviewing, hiring, disciplinary actions and dismissals.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, sick leave requests, vacation time.
  • Monitored quality assurance activities for compliance with standards of care.
  • Managed the scheduling of personnel assignments based on patient acuity levels.
  • Participated in strategic planning initiatives designed to improve overall operations.
  • Implemented strategies that improved operational efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements such as HIPAA and OSHA.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Surgical Orthopedic Nurse Manager

Southeast Missouri Hospital
Cape Girardeau
05.1991 - 01.2000
  • Supported training and mentoring of new nursing staff members.
  • Prepared the operating room prior to surgical procedures; proficiently scrubbed and/or circulated cases in the following specialties:
  • General surgery.
  • Orthopedic surgery.
  • Neurosurgery
  • ENT surgery.
  • Genitourinary surgery.
  • Gynecological surgery.
  • Ophthalmology surgery.
  • Cardiothoracic surgery.
  • Effectively managed ortho-neuro joint replacement patients.
  • Provided direct care to patients with musculoskeletal conditions, including fractures, sprains, strains, dislocations, and joint replacements.
  • Documented all aspects of patient care in the electronic medical record system according to hospital policies and procedures.
  • Maintained inventory of surgical supplies used in orthopedic surgical specialty: reordered items when needed.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to plan comprehensive care for orthopedic patients.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure patient care standards were met.
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
  • Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
  • Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
  • Managed inventory levels to meet demand without overstocking, reducing waste.
  • Oversaw daily operations, maintaining efficiency and quality standards.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing RN

Blackhawk College
Moline, IL
05-1987

Certified Surgical Technologist

Moline Public Hospital Surgical Technology Program
Moline, IL
05-1985

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Accreditation compliance
  • Clinical protocol design
  • Educational leadership
  • Surgical technology expertise
  • Team collaboration
  • Student mentorship
  • Budget management
  • Hospital partnerships
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Goal setting
  • Program management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Visionary leadership
  • Employee development

Certification

  • Registered Nurse
  • Certified Surgical Technologist
  • Certified Nurse Operating Room

Timeline

Director Surgical Technology Program

Durham Technical Community College
11.2005 - Current

Clinical Coordinator DTCC Surgical Tech Program

Durham Technical Community College
11.2005 - Current

Nurse Manager Physicians Alliance Surgery Center

Physicians Alliance Surgery Center
01.2000 - 07.2003

Surgical Orthopedic Nurse Manager

Southeast Missouri Hospital
05.1991 - 01.2000

Associate of Science - Nursing RN

Blackhawk College

Certified Surgical Technologist

Moline Public Hospital Surgical Technology Program

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