Charolette Johnson
Gallatin
Summary
Dynamic Home Health RN with extensive experience at NHC Home Care, excelling in direct patient care and assessments. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective collaboration and education. Skilled in intravenous therapy and electronic medical records, fostering trust and communication with patients and families to ensure comprehensive care.
Overview
55
55
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health RN
NHC Home Care
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Administered medication and treatments to patients in accordance with care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management and care instructions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Assisted in coordinating patient services and resources for comprehensive care.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Coordinated with physicians, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless continuity of care for patients.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during the care process.
Telephonic Nurse Case Manager
MCMC,LLC
04.2009 - 03.2013
- Facilitated telephonic consultations, providing education on treatment options and resources.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to optimize patient care strategies.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans based on clinical outcomes.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced service delivery efficiency.
- Utilized electronic health records systems to maintain accurate patient documentation and communication.
- Managed caseloads efficiently while prioritizing urgent cases requiring immediate intervention.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure a collaborative approach to managing chronic conditions.
- Screened medical records and information for necessity and appropriateness and referred for physician review cases not meeting medical criteria.
Occupational Health Nurse
Comprehensive Health Services
06.2002 - 03.2009
- Administered health assessments to identify and address occupational hazards.
- Developed and implemented health promotion programs for employee wellness.
- Conducted training on workplace safety protocols and emergency response procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance employee health outcomes.
- Led initiatives to improve worksite ergonomics, reducing injury risk among staff.
- Liaised between employees with health concerns and supervisors, maintaining medical confidentiality to communicate work status and coordinate return to work accommodations.
- Reduced workplace injuries by conducting thorough risk assessments and recommending appropriate safety measures.
- Conducted regular health screenings to detect potential health issues early, improving overall workforce wellbeing.
- Developed return-to-work plans tailored to individual needs that expedited recovery time after illness or injury.
- Assisted with accident investigation program to identify root cause of incidents and near-misses.
- Streamlined the workers'' compensation process, ensuring timely payments and proper medical treatment for injured employees.
Director of Operations North Mississippi
Methodist Healthcare Systems of Memphis
10.1970 - 08.1998
- Directed operational strategies to enhance service delivery across multiple departments.
- Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency and reduced operational costs.
- Oversaw compliance with healthcare regulations and standards, ensuring high-quality patient care.
- Led cross-functional teams in the development of strategic initiatives for improved patient outcomes.
- Mentored management staff on best practices for workflow optimization and team performance.
- Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
- Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to assess team progress, providing constructive feedback and guidance for continuous improvement.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Senatobia, MS05-2001
BBA - Administration
University of Memphis
Memphis05-1978
Skills
- Home safety evaluation
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Intravenous therapy
- Electronic medical records
Timeline
Home Health RN
NHC Home Care
08.2023 - 06.2025
Telephonic Nurse Case Manager
MCMC,LLC
04.2009 - 03.2013
Occupational Health Nurse
Comprehensive Health Services
06.2002 - 03.2009
Director of Operations North Mississippi
Methodist Healthcare Systems of Memphis
10.1970 - 08.1998
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Northwest Mississippi Community College
BBA - Administration
University of Memphis