DEJAH TRULY
El Paso,TX
Summary
Compassionate Graduate Registered Nurse with practical experience in acute patient care, health screenings and clinical team collaboration. Demonstrates strong prioritization skills, adaptability and patient-focused approach to nursing care. Contributed significantly in fast-paced environments by ensuring seamless coordination of patient services.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (36 hr/weekly)
HOSPITALS OF PROVIDENCE TRANSMOUNTAIN
EL PASO, TX
08.2025 - Current
- Managed multiple priorities while delivering attentive, high-quality patient care in fast-paced clinical settings.
- Floated between multiple hospital units to provide nursing support based on staffing and patient care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and administered IV fluids, medications, blood transfusions, and other treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Assessed patients for changes in condition and communicated concerns promptly to physicians and care teams.
- Provided wound care services, including dressing changes, irrigation, and monitoring healing progress.
- Responded quickly and calmly during emergencies to deliver critical care and support life-saving interventions.
- Worked closely with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans and advocate for patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, nutrition, and lifestyle changes to support recovery and long-term health.
- Supervised and guided nursing technicians and aides in daily patient care activities.
Elderly Caregiver (40 hr/weekly)
Pegasus Senior Living
El Paso, Texas
03.2025 - 07.2025
- Supported residents in daily living activities and personal care to enhance their quality of life.
- Ensured a safe, clean environment for residents, promoting health and well-being.
- Delivered companionship and emotional support to residents, fostering a sense of belonging and comfort.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Respected the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of each client served.
- Provided safety guidance to clients with memory issues to prevent potential accidents.
- Adhered to all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures and standards related to eldercare services.
Direct Care Taker ( 40 hr/weekly)
Mississippi Department of Mental Health -NMRC
Oxford, MS
06.2021 - 08.2024
- Provided direct care to patients with psychiatric and developmental disorders in a residential
treatment setting - Maintained a safe environment by following protocols for crisis intervention and physical
restraint when necessary - Monitored patient behavior, identifying early signs of agitation or crisis and intervening to
maintain safety - Documented patient progress through daily notes on moods, activities, and interactions, ensuring comprehensive care.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques and therapeutic communication to manage aggressive or
emotionally distressed patients - Provided companionship and emotional support to clients, facilitating engagement in activities and alleviating feelings of isolation.
Clinical Student Nurse (24 hr/weekly)
Merit Health Natchez
Natchez, MS
08.2022 - 04.2024
- Administered medications to patients according to healthcare providers' instructions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to prescribed schedules
- Monitored and documented patient status, recording vital signs and changes in condition, reporting findings to healthcare team members to guide care plans
- Assisted with patient care, supporting daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility to enhance comfort and maintain dignity
- Learned and practiced nursing skills under the supervision of registered nurses, including wound care, catheterization, and assisting with diagnostic tests or treatments
- Communicated effectively with patients and families, providing updates on patient condition, addressing concerns, and offering emotional support throughout treatment
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Alcorn State University School of Nursing
Natchez, MS05-2024
Skills
- Medical Administration
- Foley catheter care
- Wound care
- IV therapy administration
- NG tube care
- Blood transfusion
- Surgical care
- Clinical documentation
- Activities of daily living
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking Skills
- CPR certified (BLS)
Certification
- BLS Certification, American Heart Association, Expires 10/31/2027
Clinical Rotations
- Merit Health Natchez: Fundamentals of Nursing- 90 hours
- Merit Health Natchez: Medical Surgical- 180 hours
- Baptist Memorial Health: Advanced Medical Surgical- 180 hours
- Merit Health River Region: Mental Health- 90 hours
- King's Daughter Medical Center: Pediatrics/OBGYN- 90 hours
- Merit Health River Region, Vicksburg, MS- Preceptorship: Medical Surgical Unit - March- April
2024
Timeline
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (36 hr/weekly)
HOSPITALS OF PROVIDENCE TRANSMOUNTAIN
08.2025 - Current
Elderly Caregiver (40 hr/weekly)
Pegasus Senior Living
03.2025 - 07.2025
Clinical Student Nurse (24 hr/weekly)
Merit Health Natchez
08.2022 - 04.2024
Direct Care Taker ( 40 hr/weekly)
Mississippi Department of Mental Health -NMRC
06.2021 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Alcorn State University School of Nursing