James "Taylor" Dabbs
Memphis
Summary
Dynamic clinical manager with extensive experience at Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare, excelling in care coordination and compliance. Proven track record in developing clinical protocols and enhancing interdisciplinary collaboration, leading to improved patient outcomes and staff retention. Adept at managing staffing efficiently while fostering a proactive work environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Manager
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
Memphis
09.2023 - Current
- Coordinated care in a pediatric neurology clinic seeing 13,000 patients annually across 26 states.
- Managed scheduling and staffing to ensure adequate coverage.
- Developed and implemented clinical protocols for best practices.
- Oversaw compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Encouraged high morale and staff retention through effective communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitation of proactive work environment.
Staff Nurse
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
Memphis
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Executed RN responsibilities in a pediatric neurology unit with a level 4 EMU.
Clinical Manager and Director
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcar
Memphis
09.2021 - 04.2023
- Directed continuous operations of QOLA Kids and the Methodist Hospice Residence, achieving promotion to Director.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to enhance patient care strategies.
- Managed scheduling and staffing to meet clinical service demands efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational policies.
- Collaborated with departments to streamline processes and improve communication.
Clinical Manager
Caris Healthcare
Somerville
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Coordinated hospice patient care activities across multidisciplinary teams.
- Managed scheduling and staffing to ensure adequate coverage.
- Oversaw compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
PCC/RN
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
Memphis
09.2013 - 04.2021
- Led team of over 60 direct reports in pediatric orthopedic and surgical unit from 2019-2021.
- Delivered specialized nursing care in pediatric and Neuro ICU settings from 2014 to 2019.
- Delivered nursing care as adult RN on orthopedic/surgical floor from 2013 to 2014.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN05-2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Memphis, TN05-2013
Skills
- Clinical protocol development
- Healthcare compliance
- Care coordination
- Staff scheduling
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient care management
Accomplishments
- 2013 Florence Nightingale Award recipient
- 2025 Power of One MLH Award recipient
Timeline
Clinical Manager
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
09.2023 - Current
Staff Nurse
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
04.2023 - 09.2023
Clinical Manager and Director
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcar
09.2021 - 04.2023
Clinical Manager
Caris Healthcare
04.2021 - 08.2021
PCC/RN
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
09.2013 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Memphis
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southwest Tennessee Community College
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