Dionna Johnson
Bedford Heights,OH
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Aide
Crossroads Hospice And Palliative Care
01.2023 - Current
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
- Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
- Positioned patients to provide comfort and promote better body alignment.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Student Nurse, Acute/Chronic Conditions Clinical
MetroHealth Medical Center
03.2023 - 05.2023
- 112 clinical hours
- Delivered comprehensive planning, implementation and evaluation of plans of care.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
- Provided patient-centered discharge planning and education to reduce complications and readmissions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Student Nurse, OB/Peds Clinical
Southwest General Medical Center
08.2022 - 10.2022
- 68 clinical hours
- Monitored and assessed mother and newborn after delivery to ascertain proper healing and recovery.
- Educated new parents on how to properly care for infants by instructing parents on bottle feeding, bathing, circumcision care and breastfeeding.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Cultivated rapport with patients and caregivers, utilizing proactive communication with parents and children.
- Aided in designing healthcare plans for pediatric patients based on individual medical needs.
- Administered medications and treatments to pediatric patients to manage symptoms and promote healing.
Student Nurse, Behavioral Health Clinical
Cleveland Clinic Marymount
01.2022 - 03.2022
- 45 clinical hours
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Observed patient behavior and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan for care.
- Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
Student Nurse, Nursing Fundamentals Clinical
Cleveland Clinic Avon
08.2021 - 10.2021
- 45 clinical hours
- Overview of fundamental concepts important to the practice of nursing including patient care, individualized patient-centered nursing, the healthcare environment, and professional nursing practice.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff. Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to collaborate on patient care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
Screener
University of Maryland
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Responsible for non-clinical duties
- Checked patients in upon their arrival to the site
- Checked temperatures
- Performed rapid COVID testing prior to vaccine administration
Certified Nursing Assistant
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Provided care to patients at an outpatient clinic
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Updated and maintained EMR
- Assisted PA/Physician with procedures
- Helped clean and prepare patient exam rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Certified Nursing Assistant
California Crisis Float Pool
12.2020 - 01.2021
- Traveled across the state of California to provide emergency staffing to facilities who were experiencing shortages
- Performed COVID-19 screening to patients and employees who entered the facility
- Collected COVID-19 samples from employees and patients for laboratory testing
- Adhered to all proper PPE precaution
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fisher Titus
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Assisted patients with daily healthcare needs
- Assisted patients with mobility and exercises
- Collected routine specimens
- Monitored patients vital signs
Patient Care Assistant, Operating Room
Southwest General Health Center
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Completed case cart selections for each surgery case ensuring proper instruments and medical equipment were available
- Prepared emergency surgery case carts for add on cases
- Opening operating rooms (beginning of day)
- Closing operating rooms (days end)
- Assisted with patient positioning
- Obtained blood products during surgery
Clinical Technician, SICU
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
11.2017 - 05.2019
- Care of critically ill patient population
- Application of external monitoring devices
- Perform electrocardiograms
- Perform venipuncture and blood sampling techniques
- Point of care testing
- Collect specimens for laboratory testing ( blood, urine, sputum, feces)
- Insertion and removal of foley catheters
- Removal of arterial lines, peripherals
- Sterile and non-sterile dressing changes
- Complete all documentation in patient chart and in paper format during system downtime
- Acted as HUC when needed
Education
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing -
Cuyahoga Community College
Westlake, OH05.2024
Practical Nursing Certificate -
Cuyahoga Community College
Westlake, OH05.2023
Associates of Arts -
Cuyahoga Community College
05.2021
Bedford High School
06.2011
Skills
- Large teaching hospital experience
- Medical record documentation in various software systems
- Time Management and prioritization
- Medication Administration
- IV Start
- Patient Education
- Ability to interpret abnormal labs/vitals and test results
Certification
American Heart Association BLS
Licensed Practical Nurse, pending examination August 2023
Timeline
Student Nurse, Acute/Chronic Conditions Clinical
MetroHealth Medical Center
03.2023 - 05.2023
Hospice Aide
Crossroads Hospice And Palliative Care
01.2023 - Current
Student Nurse, OB/Peds Clinical
Southwest General Medical Center
08.2022 - 10.2022
Student Nurse, Behavioral Health Clinical
Cleveland Clinic Marymount
01.2022 - 03.2022
Student Nurse, Nursing Fundamentals Clinical
Cleveland Clinic Avon
08.2021 - 10.2021
Screener
University of Maryland
04.2021 - 06.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
03.2021 - 04.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
California Crisis Float Pool
12.2020 - 01.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fisher Titus
09.2020 - 12.2020
Patient Care Assistant, Operating Room
Southwest General Health Center
07.2019 - 05.2020
Clinical Technician, SICU
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
11.2017 - 05.2019
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing -
Cuyahoga Community College
Practical Nursing Certificate -
Cuyahoga Community College
Associates of Arts -
Cuyahoga Community College
Bedford High School