Brenda Johnson
Elgin,IA
Summary
Knowledgeable RN with deep understanding of patient care and medical procedures. Successfully managed diverse patient needs in various healthcare settings, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills while working collaboratively with healthcare teams.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Gundersen Palmer Health System
08.2025 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Orthopedic LPN
Gundersen Health System
01.2016 - 01.2025
- Supported infection control protocols, promoting a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Reviewed patient history including medications and treatments.
- Assisted with scheduling surgeries, appointments, transfers to other facilities, and follow up tests.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, splinting and casting of fractures, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Managed various general office duties such as obtaining patient records and imaging from other medical facilities, completing insurance forms for work comp, and completing prior authorizations for medications and imaging tests.
LPN Charge Nurse
Postville Good Samaritan Center
05.1995 - 12.2015
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to care protocols and safety standards in a 68 bed skilled facility.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with acute and long term illnesses.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northeast Iowa Community College
Calmar, IA12-2025
Skills
- Acute patient management
- Proficient in EPIC EMR software
Timeline
LPN
Gundersen Palmer Health System
08.2025 - Current
Orthopedic LPN
Gundersen Health System
01.2016 - 01.2025
LPN Charge Nurse
Postville Good Samaritan Center
05.1995 - 12.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northeast Iowa Community College