Candace Johnson
Coatesville
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate 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
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Inpatient Triage Nurse
Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital
01.2015 - Current
- Managed daily census reports and communicated real-time updates on bed availability to relevant stakeholders across the hospital.
- Reduced patient wait times for beds by streamlining admission processes and liaising with clinical staff.
- Coordinated effectively with housekeeping services to ensure prompt cleaning and preparation of beds after each discharge event.
- Optimized bed allocation by implementing efficient bed management strategies and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to improve the discharge process, resulting in faster bed turnaround times.
Registered Nurse
Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital
04.2000 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Managed daily census reports and communicated real-time updates on bed availability to relevant stakeholders across the hospital.
Registered Nurse
Cheltenham Nursing and Rehab Center
01.1997 - 04.2000
- Managed complex medical conditions such as dementia, diabetes, Parkinson''s disease, and cardiovascular disorders among elderly residents within the facility.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to physician orders.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts, ensuring seamless transitions from the nursing home setting to home or other facilities as needed.
- Mentored new nurses on the team, fostering a supportive learning environment while promoting adherence to established protocols.
- Facilitated family meetings focused on advancing understanding of disease progression, treatment options, and available resources.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for the development and implementation of holistic patient care strategies.
Registered Nurse
Homemaker Home Health Services
01.1994 - 12.1996
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Contributed to the overall success of the home health agency by maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction and positive outcomes.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-1993
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Patient assessment
- Discharge planning
- Oncology nursing
- Blood transfusion
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
Timeline
Inpatient Triage Nurse
Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital
01.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse
Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital
04.2000 - Current
Registered Nurse
Cheltenham Nursing and Rehab Center
01.1997 - 04.2000
Registered Nurse
Homemaker Home Health Services
01.1994 - 12.1996
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania State University
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