Aspin K. Johnson
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Critical Care Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel ICU Nurse
Medical Solutions
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the ICU setting.
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
- Continuously expanded clinical knowledge base through participation in educational workshops, seminars, and conferences related to critical care nursing.
Registered Nurse, Medical ICU
Northwest Texas Healthcare System
01.2023 - Current
- Administered vasoactive medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Pull medications, supplies, and assisted in emergent intubation, central line, and arterial line placement.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, atrial line observation, chest tube drainage, and I.V. therapy
Critical Care Patient Technician
BSA Hospital
05.2021 - 10.2022
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for health records and billing.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines.
- Assisted patients in performance of routine recovery and mobility exercises, providing support when getting in and out of bed as well as walking and stretching.
Operational Control Specialist
Apollo MedFlight
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Created electronic medical records for all cases, performing routine chart audits and reviewing charts annually.
- Optimized productivity to improve on-time emergency response and life support.
- Identified cases requiring additional resources and interventions, reaching out to nurses to determine best next steps.
- Documented patient medical information, case histories and insurance details to facilitate smooth appointments and payment processing.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows to meet any daily demand.
Corrections Officer
Potter County Sheriff's Department
12.2017 - 12.2019
- Prepared comprehensive written reports to document inmate disturbances and injuries
- Streamlined operational efficiencies by effectively maintaining daily shift activity logs
- Maintained clear and open communications with all facility areas to support efficient and safe operations
- Automated document flow by ensuring log books and medical files were maintained
- Handled medical emergency situations
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSN Nursing
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX12.2022
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TXSkills
- ACLS certified
- BLS certified
- Advanced EKG monitoring training
- CRRT training
- Impella training
- Technical and Business Writing
- Business-Professional Speaking
- Business Computer Applications
- HIPAA Compliance
Timeline
Travel ICU Nurse
Medical Solutions
01.2024 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse, Medical ICU
Northwest Texas Healthcare System
01.2023 - Current
Critical Care Patient Technician
BSA Hospital
05.2021 - 10.2022
Operational Control Specialist
Apollo MedFlight
01.2020 - 05.2021
Corrections Officer
Potter County Sheriff's Department
12.2017 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - BSN Nursing
West Texas A&M University
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Amarillo College