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NAKESHIA RUTLEDGE 3201 Hargrove Road E.

, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
(205) 886-9271
nikkirn1981@gmail.com
electronic portfolio: https://nikkidnpeportfolio.weebly.com

I am a dedicated Registered Nurse with experience in medical/surgical/telemetry/oncology and


behavioral health. I have proven ability to develop positive relationships with patients, family, and
other health care professionals. I am dedicated to empowering nurses with clinical education and
engaging patients through health promotion with a goal to enhance knowledge and quality of life.

EXPERIENCE
01/16/20 – PRESENT
REGISTERED NURSE-CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR, SHELTON STATE COMMUNITY
COLLEGE
• Supervise students in assigned clinical group on appropriate skills within assigned
clinical agencies
• Instruct students on completion of clinical paperwork/care plans
• Grade and provide timely feedback to students on paperwork
COLLABORATE WITH STAFF AT ASSIGNED CLINICAL AGENCIES

06/13/2016 – PRESENT
REGISTERED NURSE-CARE COORDINATOR, TUSCALOOSA VA MEDICAL CENTER
• Use clinical knowledge to review and approve consults based on determination of patient
eligibility for coverage and community care service guidelines
• Process authorizations for patients to receive timely and appropriate care in the
community
• Monitor episodes of care to ensure patients are progressing towards desired outcomes
• Liaison between primary care and community care providers
• Utilize holistic approach to assess and monitor patients’ physical, mental, and
environmental health care needs
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary staff as an advocate for patients to assist with
coordination of treatment plan and discharge planning
• Promote patient-centered care through a team-based approach
• Preceptor for new hires

12/03/2012 – 06/10/2016
REGISTERED NURSE, BIRMINGHAM VA MEDICAL CENTER
• Serve as night shift relief charge nurse for medical/oncology unit- coordinate patient care
assignments
• Implement time-management skills to provide safe, quality care to patients
• Team leader for team-based patient care- delegate tasks to appropriate staff
• Promote patient-centered care through a team-based approach
• Care of patients with various illnesses
• Preceptor for nursing students and new hires
01/04/2010 – 11/30/2012
REGISTERED NURSE, DCH REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
• Team leader for team-based patient care- delegate tasks to appropriate staff
• Coordinate patient care assignments
• Implement time-management skills to provide safe, quality care to patients
• Promote patient-centered care through a team-based approach
• Care of patients with various illnesses
• Preceptor for nursing students and new hires

EDUCATION
CURRENTLY ENROLLED (GRADUATE SUMMER 2021)
DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE, JACKSONVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY

DECEMBER 2018
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING, JACKSONVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY
Completed 468 clinical practicum/project hours at the Birmingham VA Medical Center (VAMC)
Conducted an in-service presentation for Registered Nurses on promoting Diabetes Self-
Management Education at the Birmingham VAMC in fulfillment of my educational project for
Population Health

DECEMBER 2015
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING, JACKSONVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY
GPA 3.56
Cum Laude

MAY 2005
ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN NURSING, SHELTON STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

SKILLS
• Excellent communication skills • Collaborate well with interdisciplinary staff
• Experience in conducting educational • Experience with various charting systems
presentations

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP

• Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor


Society (April 2021-Present)
• American Nurses Association (2018-Present)

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ACTIVITIES
I have precepted both graduate and undergraduate students. I have assisted with health fairs in rural
communities to provide screenings and health education to promote self-management of chronic
conditions. I am a member of the 2021 Action-Based Leadership Class at the Tuscaloosa VAMC. As a
member of the ABLC, I am gaining valuable leadership knowledge and skills, collaborating with
administration, and spearheading projects to positively impact the culture of the organization.

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