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Dion Cannon

Decatur,GA

Summary

Dedicated nursing professional with 15 years of healthcare experience actively seeking a Registered Nurse role. Extensive clinical expertise in Pediatrics, Obstetrics, Neurology, Medical-Surgical, and Emergency Department settings. Proficient in patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, and utilization of EHR systems like Epic and Cerner. Committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while upholding confidentiality, efficiency, and professionalism in fast-paced environments.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Nurse – Emergency Department

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
01.2025 - Current
  • Provide immediate medical care to critically ill or injured patients in a high-volume ED setting
  • Rapidly assess, triage, and stabilize patients experiencing life-threatening conditions
  • Administer emergency medications, IV therapy, wound care, and diagnostic procedures
  • Continuously monitor vital signs and report any critical changes to the healthcare team
  • Educate patients and families on discharge instructions, post-care management, and follow-up care
  • Accurately document assessments, interventions, and patient progress in electronic medical records (EMR)

Student Nurse – Maternity & Pediatric

Northside Hospital
08.2022 - Current
  • Conducted growth and developmental assessments, administered medications, and monitored pediatric patients
  • Assisted in obstetric care, including supporting laboring and postpartum mothers, newborn care, and deliveries
  • Provided patient and family education on postnatal care and emotional well-being

Student Nurse – Neurology, Joint, & Spine Rotation

Piedmont Hospital (Eastside)
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Conducted neurological assessments, seizure management, and post-operative orthopedic care
  • Assisted in physical therapy sessions and patient education on post-surgical recovery

Student Nurse – Medical-Surgical (Med-Surg) Rotation

Piedmont Hospital (Eastside)
10.2023 - 11.2023
  • Managed wound care, medication administration, and patient monitoring for a diverse patient population
  • Assisted in discharge planning and interdisciplinary care coordination

Behavioral Health Executive Administrative Assistant

Department of Human Resources / DBHDD
10.2013 - 08.2022
  • Managed executive schedules, organized meetings, and prepared critical reports
  • Provided comprehensive administrative support, including contract requisition entry and PeopleSoft data analysis

Program Assistant

Department of Human Resources / DBHDD
06.2012 - 10.2013
  • Processed patient applications, verified insurance, and scheduled appointments

Receptionist/Secretary

Department of Human Resources / DBHDD
07.2010 - 06.2012
  • Managed front office operations, visitor interactions, and clerical tasks

Medical Assistant

Family Care of Hillandale
10.2009 - 07.2010
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments and hospital admissions
  • Performed 12-lead EKG
  • Conducted blood collections while maintaining strict safety and privacy protocols

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing - ADN Medical

Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville, GA
05-2025

No Degree - Medical Assistant

Sanford Brown College
Atlanta, GA
01.2009

Skills

  • Triage
  • Rapid Stabilization
  • Airway Management
  • IV Therapy
  • Wound Care
  • CPR
  • ACLS Concepts
  • Sepsis & Shock Management
  • Stroke & STEMI Protocols
  • Neurological & Post-Surgical Care
  • Critical care
  • Epic
  • Cerner
  • Strong Communication & Patient Education
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure in Fast-Paced Environments
  • Team Collaboration & Interdisciplinary Care Coordination
  • Confidentiality & HIPAA Compliance

Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association

Timeline

Student Nurse – Emergency Department

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
01.2025 - Current

Student Nurse – Neurology, Joint, & Spine Rotation

Piedmont Hospital (Eastside)
01.2024 - 04.2024

Student Nurse – Medical-Surgical (Med-Surg) Rotation

Piedmont Hospital (Eastside)
10.2023 - 11.2023

Student Nurse – Maternity & Pediatric

Northside Hospital
08.2022 - Current

Behavioral Health Executive Administrative Assistant

Department of Human Resources / DBHDD
10.2013 - 08.2022

Program Assistant

Department of Human Resources / DBHDD
06.2012 - 10.2013

Receptionist/Secretary

Department of Human Resources / DBHDD
07.2010 - 06.2012

Medical Assistant

Family Care of Hillandale
10.2009 - 07.2010

Associate Degree in Nursing - ADN Medical

Gwinnett Technical College

No Degree - Medical Assistant

Sanford Brown College

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