CHRISTINE JOHNS
Avoca, PA,Pennsylvania
Summary
Driven registered nurse with several years of experience caring for patients and student within setting. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified School Nurse
Valley View School District
Archbald , PA
2023.08 - Current
- Provided direct care to ill or injured students, including administering medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed immunization reviews for all incoming students to ensure compliance with state laws.
- Coordinated with school administrators and teachers to develop individual health plans for students with chronic conditions.
- Assessed student's physical, mental, and emotional health needs in a timely manner.
- Created emergency plans for responding to medical crises in the school setting.
Certified School Nurse
Stroudsburg School District
Stroudsburg , PA
2017.08 - 2023.06
- Coordinated, collaborated and provided direct services to support the implementation of the school district’s health program and policies in accordance with the Pennsylvania School Code.
- Ensured the progress and development of a diverse body of more than 1200 students from 5th grade until their transition to high school
- Provided immediate first aid and organized prompt assessment and assistance to children experiencing illness, injury, or notable behavior changes linked to physical or social/emotional factors.
- Assists with school administration, school physicians, and dentists in planning and organizing mandated screenings
- Establishes health care plans for students with special health needs as well as updating them as needed
- Monitored and ensured adherence to immunization regulations by students
- Communicates with parents/guardians when further medical care may be needed and making referrals as appropriate
Home Health Registered Nurse
Superior Health Services
Dupont , PA
2015.10 - 2017.08
- Provided direct nursing care by administering medications, treatments, wound care, injections, and other skilled procedures as ordered by the physician.
- Provided medication at appropriate times and dosages, monitored health statistics. Administered treatment and palliative care.
- Ensured effective delivery of treatments and facilitation of rehabilitation
- Adapting schedule to accommodate urgent tasks as needed.
- Provided patient education, treatment, and emotional support in home settings for individuals recovering from injuries and illnesses.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers for the care of home health patients
Registered School Nurse
Riverside School District
Moosic , PA
2014.03 - 2017.08
- Provided care and supervision for a diverse group of 530 students ranging from K-6th grade.
- Provided first aid, assessed, and arranged for assistance to children experiencing illness, injury, or significant behavioral changes resulting from physical or social/emotional causes.
- Delivered communication to parents or guardians regarding the need for additional medical care.
- Assisted with the delivery of health education by providing classroom instruction and guidance to students.
- Collaborating with various stakeholders, including school professionals, parents/guardians, and the student's health care team to ensure optimal student achievement.
- Organized and executed mandated health screenings, including vision assessments, BMI screenings, and hearing tests.
Registered Nurse Telemetry Unit
Geisinger Community Medical Center
Scranton , PA
2006.02 - 2015.07
- Provided pre-operative, post-operative care for cardiac surgery patients including CABG, Valvular Repair, Replacement, Pacemaker Implantation, Defibrillator Implantation.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with physicians, families, colleagues and other healthcare providers.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Assessed patients' conditions by interpreting diagnostic tests and monitoring changes in health status.
LPN Program Instructor (Substitute)
Career Technology Center
Scranton , PA
2013.09 - 2014.02
- Demonstrates appropriate preparation for clinical instruction, supervision, and student evaluation.
- Utilized effective teaching methodologies in a clinical setting, as appropriate and available, to enhance student learning.
- Evaluated student progress in the clinical facilities and provides written evaluations, as requested by the supervisor, in a timely manner.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal relations and communication skills with students, staff, and faculty.
- Maintained an annual evaluation portfolio of teaching and professional activities that demonstrates professional growth.
- Cooperated with other members of the PN faculty and staff in planning clinical instructional opportunities that meet the course goals and objectives.
Clinical Leader Telemetry Unit
Geisinger Community Medical Center
Scranton , PA
2011.06 - 2013.06
- Developed and monitored clinical protocols to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Managed a caseload of 24-28 patients per shift.
- Managed 5-6 clinical RNs in patient care activities, enhancing staff morale and professionalism.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to develop treatment plans tailored to individual patients' needs.
- Instituted new processes and standards for patient care to achieve departmental goals and objectives.
- Created nursing staff schedules and managed budget planning.
- Mentored new employees in the clinical setting, providing guidance and support as needed.
Registered Nurse Telemetry Unit
Saint Joseph’s Medical Center
Towson , MD
2001.06 - 2005.08
- Provided pre-operative, post-operative care for cardiac surgery patients including CABG, Valvular Repair, Replacement, Pacemaker Implantation, Defibrillator Implantation.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessment and nursing diagnosis.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with physicians, families, colleagues and other healthcare providers.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Assessed patients' conditions by interpreting diagnostic tests and monitoring changes in health status.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing Administration And Leadership - Nursing Administration And Leadership
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA05.2024
School Nurse Certification -
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA05.2013
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Marywood University
Scranton, PA05.2001
Skills
- Electronic Health Record (EHR)
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Power Point
- Internet Explorer
- Epic Computer System
- Sapphire Electronic Health System
- Goggle Docs
- Goggle Excel
- Data Collection
Certification
- School Nurse Certification, Educating Specialist Level II
- Upper Chesapeake Critical Care
- American Heart Association Health Care Provider BLS (CPR and AED)
- Preceptor Course
- TB Training/Certification
- ESAP
- Pennsylvania Registered Nurse, RN568005
Continuingeducation
- Code Blue
- JACHO
- Meditek Documentation and Continuing Education Credits
- Child Abuse Laws
- Act 48 Continuing Education
Personal Information
Title: BSN, RN, CSN
Timeline
Certified School Nurse
Valley View School District
2023.08 - Current
Certified School Nurse
Stroudsburg School District
2017.08 - 2023.06
Home Health Registered Nurse
Superior Health Services
2015.10 - 2017.08
Registered School Nurse
Riverside School District
2014.03 - 2017.08
LPN Program Instructor (Substitute)
Career Technology Center
2013.09 - 2014.02
Clinical Leader Telemetry Unit
Geisinger Community Medical Center
2011.06 - 2013.06
Registered Nurse Telemetry Unit
Geisinger Community Medical Center
2006.02 - 2015.07
Registered Nurse Telemetry Unit
Saint Joseph’s Medical Center
2001.06 - 2005.08
- School Nurse Certification, Educating Specialist Level II
- Upper Chesapeake Critical Care
- American Heart Association Health Care Provider BLS (CPR and AED)
- Preceptor Course
- TB Training/Certification
- ESAP
- Pennsylvania Registered Nurse, RN568005
Master of Science in Nursing Administration And Leadership - Nursing Administration And Leadership
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
School Nurse Certification -
Slippery Rock University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Marywood University
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