Abby Johnston
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Patient-driven, compassionate nurse with over 7 years of experience in PICU and pediatric care. Highly skilled in applying interventions to improve quality of life and achieve patient outcome goals. Continually maintains positive attitude in emergent and stressful situations. Demonstrated leadership and precepting skills that guide nursing teams towards successful patient recovery objectives combined with strong foster relationships with patients.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Registered Nurse
BSA Hospital
Amarillo, TX
12.2018 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to pediatric patients and families
- Assessed patient's physical, mental and emotional health by taking vital signs, observing skin condition, reviewing medical history and administering tests.
- Administered medications in accordance with physician orders, monitored for effectiveness and reported any adverse reactions.
- Monitored patients' conditions during treatment or recovery periods to determine progress or need for modification of treatment plan.
- Initiated emergency interventions when necessary to stabilize a patient's condition prior to transfer or admission to the hospital setting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, therapists and dieticians to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in condition using electronic medical record systems.
- Instructed parents and guardians regarding home care needs such as medication administration and disease management.
Pediatric Relief Charge Nurse
BSA Hospital
AMARILLO, TX
05.2019 - Current
- Coordinated shift activities including staffing assignments, delegated duties, and managed staff breaks.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services according to departmental standards.
- Conducted daily rounds on assigned units ensuring all orders were completed timely, accurately documented, and in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Performed ongoing quality improvement initiatives to enhance the delivery of nursing care.
- Served as a mentor to new nurses providing guidance on clinical practice issues related to patient care needs.
- Provided leadership by serving as a role model for professional behavior while promoting a safe working environment.
- Communicated effectively with physicians regarding changes in orders or test results that may impact patient care plans.
Pediatric Patient Care Unit Coordinator
BSA Hospital
AMARILLO, TX
10.2017 - 12.2018
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Manipulated, position, transfer and ambulate various size patients both full and partial assist.
- Monitoring equipment and supply inventory to insure they are properly ordered and stocked.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
Assistant Director of Marketing and Finance
The Christian Learning Center
Canyon, TX
05.2009 - 08.2013
- Manage and coordinate all marketing, advertising and promotional activates.
- Conduct market research to determine market requirements for existing and future services.
- Analysis of customer research, current market conditions and competitor information.
- Monitor, review and report on all marketing activities and results.
- Determine and manage the marketing budget
- Develop pricing strategy
- liaison with media and advertising.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends in order to remain competitive within the marketplace.
- Worked closely with customers to determine appropriate marketing offerings and strategies for business needs.
Legal Assistant
Law Office of Cody Pirtle
Amarillo, TX
06.2007 - 08.2008
- Drafted, edited and finalized legal documents such as contracts, pleadings and motions.
- Organized case files by creating and maintaining document filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
- Answered incoming calls from clients and attorneys to provide assistance or route calls to appropriate personnel.
- Prepared correspondence, memos, reports and other legal documents using Microsoft Word.
- Coordinated court filings including scheduling hearings, filing deadlines and calendaring events.
- Maintained attorney calendars by keeping track of appointments, meetings and conferences.
- Greeted visitors to the office in a professional manner while providing support to attorneys as needed.
- Proofed documents and submitted to attorneys for review.
- Composed and revised legal documents, letters, depositions and court documents.
- Coordinated and scheduled meetings and telephone conferences.
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX11.2020
Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX12.2018
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX08.2009
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- Pediatric Sedation Certified
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Pediatric Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Certified and Provider (APHON)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- FEMA Certified
Affiliations
- DAISY Award Honoree
- DAISY Award Nominee
- Nurse of Month Honoree (Multiple Month Honoree)
- Employee of the Quarter Honoree
- Excellence in Marketing and Customer Service Award
Timeline
Pediatric Relief Charge Nurse
BSA Hospital
05.2019 - Current
Pediatric Registered Nurse
BSA Hospital
12.2018 - Current
Pediatric Patient Care Unit Coordinator
BSA Hospital
10.2017 - 12.2018
Assistant Director of Marketing and Finance
The Christian Learning Center
05.2009 - 08.2013
Legal Assistant
Law Office of Cody Pirtle
06.2007 - 08.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Amarillo College
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing
West Texas A&M University
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