Antonette "Toni" Johnson, BSN, RN
Jacksonville
Summary
Experienced registered nurse with more than 18 years of clinical experience in fast-paced hospital settings on critical care units and progressive care unit. Excellent clinical and communication skills. Proactive and organized with a passionate commitment to first-rate patient care. Member of the American Association of Critical Care Nurses.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
- Manage cardiac, thrombolytic, and vasoactive drips, and interpret ECG abnormalities
- Proficient in IABP, CRRT, ventilator and Bipap management and ABG interpretation
- Preoperative care of patients scheduled for cardiac procedures i.e. heart caths, stress tests, CABG, echo, carotid endarterectomy and ablations
- Proficient in removing sheaths post heart catheterization
- Care for post-procedure cardiac patients (heart catheterization, ablations, and pacemaker placement)
- Proficient in cardiac drips and interpreting cardiac rhythms
- Proficient in IV skills, NG/PEG tubes, Foley catheters, rectal tubes, central lines, chest tubes, continuous bladder irrigation and PCA pumps
Charge Nurse-3N ICU
UF Health North
08.2024 - Current
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, adjusting care plans as necessary.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, leading to adoption of innovative nursing practices.
- Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Nurse-3N ICU
UF Health North
07.2021 - 08.2024
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure patient care standards and compliance with protocols.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Mentored new nurses, providing guidance on best practices and clinical procedures.
- Coordinated workflow among nursing staff to optimize patient flow and reduce wait times.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams to enhance satisfaction levels.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
Registered Nurse, CVICU
UF Health Jacksonville
04.2018 - 07.2021
- Proficiency in the recovery and care of post-operative patients including but not limited to: CABG, TAVR, TEVAR with lumbar drains, mitral clips, VATS, carotid endarterectomy, aortic aneurysm repairs, vascular surgeries and post-operative gastrointestinal oncology patients, such as partial esophagectomy and whipple procedures.
- Strengthened cardiac and vasoactive drip titration based on hemodynamic monitoring
- Experience and proficiency in the use of EV 1000, Swan-Ganz catheters, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump, Impella, chest tube care and CRRT
- Serve as a preceptor and resource to new hires to assist in development, education, and mentoring of new staff to provide dependable and safe practice
Registered Nurse-7 North
UF Health Jacksonville
04.2008 - 03.2018
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and potential complications.
Registered Nurse
St. Vincent Medical Center - Riverside
01.2007 - 03.2008
- Manage and deliver quality patient care on medical surgical unit and Progressive care unit through systematic application of standard nursing process and insightful evidence-based practice.
- Care for patients with focus on interventional cardiology and step-down CCU including, but not limited to those with acute congestive heart failure, acute myocardial infarction, DKA, pulmonary embolism, DIC and respiratory failure.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ01.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florida State College at Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL01.2007
Skills
- Patient Care
- Hemodynamic Monitoring & Analysis
- Titration of Drips
- Ventilator Management
- Analytical, Critical Thinker
- ACLS
- Mentoring Nurses
- Natural Leader
- Skilled Clinician
- Organized
- Hard Worker
- Team Player
- Effective Communication
- Proficient Computerized Charting
Certification
- RN Florida Expires July 2026 License # RN 9257733
- BLS American Heart Association Expires January 2027
- ACLS American Heart Association Expires January 2027
Timeline
Charge Nurse-3N ICU
UF Health North
08.2024 - Current
Nurse-3N ICU
UF Health North
07.2021 - 08.2024
Registered Nurse, CVICU
UF Health Jacksonville
04.2018 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse-7 North
UF Health Jacksonville
04.2008 - 03.2018
Registered Nurse
St. Vincent Medical Center - Riverside
01.2007 - 03.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florida State College at Jacksonville
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix