Cordelia Lashite-Dixon
Corinth,Texas
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.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
UHS Wilson Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Charge Nurse
University Of Rochester Medical Center
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Admissions of new and returning patients, training of new nurses, perform bedside nursing care, coordinate staffing, create patient assignments, perform care and monitor critical patients, communicate with providers, supervise nurses, order GPS for unstable patients, collect lab specimens, coordinate with pharmacy, perform discharge teaching, daily checks on emergency equipment, assist in emergent situations.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
Registered Nurse
Connect Pediatrics
05.2019 - 08.2022
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Charge Nurse
Horizon Medical Center
05.2020 - 08.2022
- Admissions of new and returning patients, training of new nurses, perform bedside nursing care, coordinate staffing, create patient assignments, perform care for critical patients, assist DON with quality control, communicate with patient family members, supervise nurses.
Angels of Care, Pediatric Home Health
09.2015 - 12.2020
- Assess children’s health, provide one-on-one patient care, ensure safety, administer medication, assist with daily care, provide emotional support, coordinate doctor’s appointments, observe symptoms.
Accel Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2016 - 12.2016
- Assess clients requiring rehabilitative services, perform post-operative care, wound care, pain management, participate in multi-disciplinary team, encourage patient independence, provide support and education.
Patient Care Technician
Baylor Medical Center, Carrollton
02.2015 - 09.2015
- Prepare rooms and patients, take vital signs, assist with activities of daily living, collect and transport specimens, document patient care.
Patient Care Technician
Baylor Medical Center, Garland
01.2014 - 09.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brightstar Healthcare - Dallas, Texas
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, provided nutritional support, assisted with ambulation, took patients to doctor’s visits, provided companionship.
- Supported needs of children under long-term care.in the comfort of their homes
Assistant Branch Manager
PNC Bank
10.2002 - 09.2010
- Supported the Branch Manager with daily tasks, ensuring smooth branch functioning and effective communication amongst team members.
- Trained and developed new team members in alignment with branch service standards and objectives.
- Monitored daily branch activities, quickly identifying areas requiring improvement or corrective action to maintain operational excellence.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
University of Texas, Arlington
Arlington TX10.2024
Associate of Science in Nursing - ADN
Montgomery College
Takoma Park, MD01.2012
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- Basic Life Support
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Medication Technician
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Previousname
Remilekun C. Davies
Volunteer Experience
- Krio Descendants Union, Texas, 11/16, Present
- Sisters of Sierra Leone Organization, 01/16, Present
- Sure Foundation Ministries - Ushering Department and Event planning department, 01/13, Present
- Annie Walsh Memorial Old Girls Association, 02/13, Present
- Spoken Word Ministries – Event planning department, 01/14, 01/16
- Restoration Ministries - member / Women’s Fellowship, 12/11, 12/13
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UHS Wilson Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
Charge Nurse
University Of Rochester Medical Center
08.2022 - 07.2024
Charge Nurse
Horizon Medical Center
05.2020 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse
Connect Pediatrics
05.2019 - 08.2022
Accel Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2016 - 12.2016
Angels of Care, Pediatric Home Health
09.2015 - 12.2020
Patient Care Technician
Baylor Medical Center, Carrollton
02.2015 - 09.2015
Patient Care Technician
Baylor Medical Center, Garland
01.2014 - 09.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brightstar Healthcare - Dallas, Texas
01.2012 - 01.2014
Assistant Branch Manager
PNC Bank
10.2002 - 09.2010
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
University of Texas, Arlington
Associate of Science in Nursing - ADN
Montgomery College
- Registered Nurse
- Basic Life Support
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Medication Technician
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
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