LeShay Cogbill-Gardner
Arlington,TN
Summary
Experienced oncology nurse with a background in patient care and nursing. Proficient in managing complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Skilled in critical thinking and effective communication, utilizing medical knowledge to aid patient recovery. Knowledgeable in healthcare protocols and dedicated to delivering compassionate care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation
Gallaway Health and Rehabilitation Center
02.2025 - Current
- Assessed patients'' progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans accordingly for optimal results.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, offering a compassionate presence during difficult times of transition and recovery.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and rehabilitation services.
- Coordinated with occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other specialists to ensure seamless integration of care services for patients'' unique needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients in rehabilitation settings.
- Actively contributed to quality improvement initiatives within the facility by identifying areas for improvement and implementing evidence-based solutions.
Registered Nurse, Acute Oncology
Regional One Health
09.2021 - Current
- Infusion patients deal with a variety of health concerns, ranging from an accident victim in need of a blood transfusion to gastrointestinal patients receiving IV treatments or an HIV patient taking medications.
- Many patients with chronic illnesses require weekly or monthly treatments through medications that are given intravenously. Those patients often sit in a room with other patients for hours at a time to receive those treatments.
- Administered chemotherapy and other cancer treatments, ensuring accurate dosing and proper patient education.
- Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
- Mentored new oncology nurses, sharing knowledge gained from years of experience in specialized cancer care settings.
- Coordinated complex care plans, working closely with case managers, social workers, and financial counselors to optimize patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with oncologists to develop targeted treatment plans for patients with various cancer types and stages.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based oncology nursing practices.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool-Contract
Tenet Health-TRA
08.2024 - 11.2024
- 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.
- 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.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool-Contract
Tenet Health-TRA
11.2023 - 02.2024
- 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.
- 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.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
Registered Nurse, Acute Oncology
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
US Department of Veterans Affairs
03.2020 - 10.2021
- Registered Nurse on a high demand step-down med-surgical unit.
- Acted as primary RN on medical-surgical, telemetry and wound care unit
- Performed nursing care for medical-surgical and telemetry unit patients
- Assessed patient physical, social, language or mental needs
- Provided support services regarding treatments and administration of medication as ordered
- Continuously monitored patients' conditions
- Provided life-saving interventions
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
Registered Nurse
Methodist South Hospital
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Performed nursing care for medical-surgical unit patients
- Assessed patient physical, social, language or mental needs
- Provided support services regarding treatments and administration of medication as ordered
- Continuously monitored patients' conditions
- Provided life-saving interventions
Education
BSN - Nursing
Mississippi University for Women
Columbus, MS12.2021
Associate - Nursing
University of Arkansas
Jonesboro, AR12.2018
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Nursing
- Triage
- EMR Systems
- Experience Administering Injections
- Vital Signs
- OSHA
- Anatomy knowledge
- Physiology knowledge
- Phone triage
- Medical Terminology
- Emotional support
- Collaboration with interdisciplinary team
- End-of-life care
- Interpersonal communication
- Compassionate care
- Clinical judgment
- Ethical practice
Certification
- Compact State Nurse License
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation
Gallaway Health and Rehabilitation Center
02.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Float Pool-Contract
Tenet Health-TRA
08.2024 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse, Float Pool-Contract
Tenet Health-TRA
11.2023 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse, Acute Oncology
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis
01.2023 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse, Acute Oncology
Regional One Health
09.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
US Department of Veterans Affairs
03.2020 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse
Methodist South Hospital
03.2019 - 03.2020
Associate - Nursing
University of Arkansas
BSN - Nursing
Mississippi University for Women
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