Kanesha Pickens, BSN, RN
Jackson
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes through effective education and interdisciplinary collaboration. Strong clinical skills coupled with a commitment to continuous learning ensure the highest standard of care in fast-paced environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse - Seasonal Staff
Baptist Memorial Hospital
Memphis
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery.
- Documented patient care activities in electronic health records accurately.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and infection control measures.
Registered Nurse
Jackson Madison General Hospital
Jackson
02.2023 - Current
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact, and evaluate patient care plans.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Collected lab specimens, ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab results.
Registered Nurse - Adjunct Nursing Instructor
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Brownsville
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Teach assigned courses as scheduled in accordance with current department-approved course descriptions, course outlines, syllabi, and procedures.
- Assisted in various tasks to support team operations., as appropriate, in the maintenance of instructional material.
- Communicate progress in the course to students and parents in a timely manner.
- Assist in the identification of students with academic or other needs and respond by utilizing an appropriate resource.
- Maintained instructional material for courses.
- Provided feedback on departmental and college operations to support continuous improvement.
- Attended faculty meetings to collaborate with colleagues on educational strategies. faculty meetings and participate in school functions.
Registered Nurse - Snap Nurse Agency
Snap Nurse Agency
Meridian
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Performed initial patient assessment utilizing the nursing process and age-specific needs, prescribed a plan of care for each patient, and conferred with other shifts and departments to promote continuity of care.
- Evaluated personal and professional performance, implementing changes to enhance quality of care delivered.
- Supported hospital policies, procedures, and goals to ensure delivery of quality patient care.
- Ensured patient confidentiality during all interactions.
- Conducted facility inspections to ensure hygiene and safety standards.
- Administered immediate medical assistance during emergency situations.
Registered Nurse - Supervisor
Perimeter Behavioral of Jackson
Jackson
04.2020 - 08.2021
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians and health professional affiliates, patients' facilities, and nursing staff.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians and health professional affiliates, patient's facilities, and nursing staff.
- Perform regular rounding on nursing units that includes but is not limited to.
- Ensured complete and accurate documentation through spot-checking and ongoing supervision, improving compliance and accountability.
- Provided support and direction for nurses by assisting in assessment and care planning for patients experiencing changes in condition, managing tasks, setting priorities, and delivering education on supplies and medications.
Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse
Maplewood Healthcare
Jackson
07.2015 - 12.2020
- Delivered and maintained resident care and comfort by applying current nursing practices.
- Delivered emotional and psychological support to enhance resident well-being.
- Communicated in real time with coworkers, doctors, and families regarding changes in resident care.
Licensed Practical Nurse - Home Health
Madison Haywood Developmental Services
Jackson
08.2015 - 04.2020
- Facilitated safe, meaningful home experiences for all assigned Service Recipients through comprehensive care delivery.
- Taught Service Recipients skills to enhance independence and improve daily living activities.
- Administered ordered medications and treatments per care plan while accurately documenting all actions in nursing progress notes.
Education
Certificate - Medical Coding
Jackson State Community College
Jackson, TN05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loewenberg College of Nursing
Memphis, TN12-2019
Certificate of Practical Nursing -
Tennessee College of Applied Technology Jackson
Jackson05-2015
Skills
- Patient evaluations
- Care plan formulation
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Patient advocacy
- Nursing documentation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient documentation
Certification
- Registered Nursing License, 10/01/26
- Basic Life Support/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (American Heart Association), 01/31/27
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 01/31/27
Degree
Bachelor's of Science in Nursing
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Seasonal Staff
Baptist Memorial Hospital
10.2024 - 06.2025
Registered Nurse
Jackson Madison General Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse - Adjunct Nursing Instructor
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
08.2022 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse - Snap Nurse Agency
Snap Nurse Agency
09.2021 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse - Supervisor
Perimeter Behavioral of Jackson
04.2020 - 08.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse - Home Health
Madison Haywood Developmental Services
08.2015 - 04.2020
Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse
Maplewood Healthcare
07.2015 - 12.2020
Certificate - Medical Coding
Jackson State Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loewenberg College of Nursing
Certificate of Practical Nursing -
Tennessee College of Applied Technology Jackson