Yolonda Dixon
Registered Nurse
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
Compassionate and diligent Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in inpatient and outpatient environments using sound clinical judgement. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
Travel Nurse Across America TNAA
Little Rock, AR
10.2014 - Current
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied and observations.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Traveled to various Hospitals learning and adapting to the needs and programs of that particular facility to assist in Staffing and patient care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Provided prompt care for patients with acute Stroke, TIA's, Seizures and other Neurological diseases.
Neuro IMC Stroke Registered Nurse
Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center
Longview, TX
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Provided prompt care for patients with acute Stroke, TIA's, Seizures and other Neurological diseases.
Postpartum and Neurosurgical Registered Nurse
Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
Tyler, TX
12.2009 - 08.2013
- Monitored and assessed mother and newborn after delivery to ascertain proper healing and recovery.
- Educated new parents on how to properly care for infants by instructing parents on bottle feeding, bathing, circumcision care and breastfeeding.
- Coordinated and consulted with health care team to plan, implement and assess both mother and infant care plans.
- Assisted mothers in establishing breastfeeding relationships with infants with proper latching demonstrations.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Monitored and assessed antepartum patients until safe for delivery.
- Managed quality care for antepartum and postpartum mothers with comorbidities.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Highland Pines Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Longview, TX
06.2008 - 01.2009
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
The Willows Of Kilgore
Kilgore, TX
06.2005 - 01.2006
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Performed wound care to all Residents on weekends per Doctors orders and supervision.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX 01.2007 - 12.2009
License - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX 01.1994 - 12.1995
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Psychology
Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, AR 06.1985 - 12.1989
Skills
Privacy and confidentiality
Patient Assessments
Intravenous therapy
Tracheostomy Care
EMR / EHR
Chronic disease management
Insulin medication assistance
Patient and family advocacy
Medication Administration
Acute care expertise
Stroke Assessments and Care
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
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Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
Travel Nurse Across America TNAA
10.2014 - Current
Neuro IMC Stroke Registered Nurse
Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center
08.2013 - 08.2014
Postpartum and Neurosurgical Registered Nurse
Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
12.2009 - 08.2013
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Highland Pines Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
06.2008 - 01.2009
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Kilgore College
01.2007 - 12.2009
Licensed Vocational Nurse
The Willows Of Kilgore
06.2005 - 01.2006
License - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kilgore College
01.1994 - 12.1995
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Psychology
Southern Arkansas University
06.1985 - 12.1989