Lane Regional Medical Center is proud to announce the appointment of Bernitha Russell-Wilson, BSN, RN-BC, as Nursing Director of the Lane Rehabilitation Center.
This new role marks a meaningful return to her roots—Bernitha began her nursing career at Lane in inpatient rehabilitation, where she worked for several years early on. It was there she discovered her passion for rehabilitative care, making this appointment both a professional advancement and a personal homecoming.
Since July 2022, Bernitha has served as Director of Lane’s Medical/Surgical and Telemetry Units, where she has led with distinction—enhancing patient care, improving staff engagement, and upholding the highest standards of clinical excellence. With more than 20 years of nursing leadership experience across a variety of healthcare settings, she brings a wealth of knowledge, compassion, and professionalism to her new role.
As Nursing Director of the Lane Rehabilitation Center, Bernitha will oversee all aspects of inpatient rehabilitative care, focusing on quality outcomes, patient satisfaction, team collaboration, and operational performance.
“Bernitha has been an exceptional leader within our nursing team. Her dedication to patient-centered care, staff development, and clinical excellence makes her well-suited to serve as Nursing Director of the Lane Rehabilitation Center,” said Staci Sullivan, MSN, APRN-BC, Chief Nursing Officer at Lane Regional Medical Center. “We are confident she will bring the same level of commitment and leadership to this role as she has throughout her time at Lane.”
Bernitha earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Southern University School of Nursing in Baton Rouge and holds national certifications in both Medical/Surgical and Ambulatory Care Nursing. She is an active member of the American Nurses Association (ANA) and Louisiana Volunteers in Action (LAVA). Prior to joining Lane, she served as a Nurse Manager with the Veterans Health Administration.
“I am honored to take on this new role and continue serving the community I call home,” says Bernitha. “Rehabilitation has always held a special place in my heart, and I’m excited to return to where my nursing journey began—working alongside an incredible team to support our patients every step of the way.”
Originally from St. Francisville, Bernitha and her husband, Karl, live in Zachary. They enjoy traveling, spending time with family and friends, and cheering on their favorite football teams. They have three adult children who live in Texas and New York.
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