Jelecia Dixon
Clinton,Ms
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
University Of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
05.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse
St. Dominic's Hospital
10.2019 - 05.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Edgewood Health And Rehabilitation Center
08.2018 - 10.2019
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Woodlands Health And Rehabilitation Center
02.2018 - 08.2018
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS05.2021
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS08.2019
Associate Degree in Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS12.2017
Associate of General Studies - General
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS05.2014
High School Diploma -
Clinton High School
Clinton, MS05.2011
Skills
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- IV Setup
- Physical Assessments
- Medication and IV Administration
Certification
TB Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
University Of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
St. Dominic's Hospital
10.2019 - 05.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Edgewood Health And Rehabilitation Center
08.2018 - 10.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
Woodlands Health And Rehabilitation Center
02.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Mississippi College
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Hinds Community College
Associate Degree in Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Hinds Community College
Associate of General Studies - General
Hinds Community College
High School Diploma -
Clinton High School
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