Connie Dixon
Las Vegas,NV
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. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Desert Winds Recovery
12.2023 - Current
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Registered Nurse
Crossroads Of Southern Nevada
08.2021 - Current
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse
TRS Healthcare
07.2014 - 08.2022
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
11.2014 - 08.2021
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Arkansas Northeastern College
Blytheville, AR05.2012
Skills
- Patient Education
- Accurate Documentation
- Infection Control
- Critical Thinking
- Medication and IV administration
- Attention to Detail
- Care Plan Development
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Desert Winds Recovery
12.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Crossroads Of Southern Nevada
08.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
11.2014 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse
TRS Healthcare
07.2014 - 08.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Arkansas Northeastern College
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