Erica Johnson
Derby,KS
Summary
Dedicated and highly experienced healthcare professional with 24 years as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), over 20 years as an Emergency Room Technician, and currently practicing as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Emergency Department since February 2025. Proven ability to deliver exceptional, compassionate care in high-pressure, fast-paced clinical environments. Skilled in emergency care support, medication administration, specimen collection, vital sign monitoring, documentation, and patient advocacy. Recognized for strong critical thinking, quick decision-making, and a dependable, team-oriented approach. Certified in Kansas and fully credentialed with BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), and NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program). Known for excellent communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and a strong commitment to improving patient outcomes. Actively seeking to grow within a dynamic healthcare setting.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room LPN
South Central Kansas Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patients' conditions to inform care adjustments.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment processes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
Emergency Room Technician
South Central Kansas Medical Center
05.2022 - 05.2025
- Took patients’ vital signs, collected medical specimens, and updated information in patient charts.
- Monitored patients’ condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
- Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring an immediate response.
- Maintained appropriate inventory levels and replenished treatment areas.
- Facilitated communication with patients, visitors, nurses, physicians, and other hospital personnel.
- Recorded patients’ medical history, vital statistics, and test results in electronic medical records.
- Performed EKG’s
- Placed Catheters per doctor’s orders
- Obtained patient blood for testing
- Administered emergency medical care, ensuring patient safety and comfort during critical situations.
- Collaborated with medical staff to streamline patient triage processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to physicians for timely interventions in patient care.
- Trained new technicians on emergency protocols and equipment usage, fostering a knowledgeable team environment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kansas Surgery and Recovery
05.2020 - 08.2023
- Assessed patients, documented, and monitored vital signs, and communicated changes to supervising RNs.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and exercising.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Cascade Health Services
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Performed post-mortem care, if needed
- Checked vital signs
- Worked in a nursing home
- Provided patients/residents with care and companionship
- Provided for residents’ physical and emotional needs
Patient Care Technician
Via Christi St. Francis
11.2018 - 04.2019
- Aided patients with mobility and activities of daily living.
- Coordinated patient care needs with the healthcare team and assisted with activities of daily living.
- Responded to patient alarms and requests to assess needs and obtain necessary care for medical and personal concerns.
- Recorded all information collected on patients, promptly reporting any changes.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Provided personal nursing care in pre-and post-operative situations.
- Drained all surgical drains
- Obtained vital signs
Surgical Dental Assistant/ phlebotomy
Implant and Perio of Kansas
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Packaged items, including dental instruments with appropriate materials to prevent damage during shipping.
- Sterilized all dental equipment
- Performed 3D rays
Certified Nursing Assistant- Unit Assistant
Wesley Medical Center
09.2013 - 09.2015
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and exercising.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Assisted geriatric patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing to promote good oral health and personal hygiene.
- Floated to any Dept who were short-staffed throughout the hospital.
- Helped RN with critical Patients in the MICU.
- Obtained Blood on Patients for testing
Emergency Room Technician
South Central Kansas Medical Center
05.2002 - 05.2018
- Assisted in the preparation of treatment areas, maintaining cleanliness and compliance with health standards.
- Implemented best practices for inventory management of medical supplies, reducing waste and improving availability.
- Participated in quality assurance initiatives, contributing insights for continuous improvement of emergency services.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Improved patient care by efficiently performing emergency room procedures such as wound dressing, splinting, and CPR.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability in fast-paced environments by managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy under pressure.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Enhanced ER efficiency through proficient use of medical equipment like EKG machines, defibrillators, and vital sign monitors.
- Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records.
- Provided compassionate care to patients during their emergency room visit, addressing concerns and offering emotional support when needed.
- Maintained a clean and organized emergency room environment to ensure optimal patient safety and comfort.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
Education
Certificate - Nursing LPN
WSU Tech
12-2024
Associates Degree - Health Science in Nursing
Butler County Community College
El Dorado, KS01.2017
High School Diploma - undefined
Arkansas City High School
Arkansas City, KS01.2002
Skills
- CNA
- Venipuncture
- Phlebotomy
- Patient Care
- Dental Assisting
- Laboratory Experience
- Medical documentation
- Medication administration
- Nursing ethics
- Physical assessment
- Experience Administering Injections
- EMR Systems
- Vital signs monitoring
- Critical Care Experience
- Anatomy Knowledge
Certification
- BLS Provider- Issued -4/24/25
- ACLS Provider- Issued -4/24/25
- NRP Essentials Provider - Issued- 5/24/25
- IV certification -IV 99
- Licensed LPN License- 23-54934-051 Issued 2/17/25
- CNA license- #123193
Timeline
Emergency Room LPN
South Central Kansas Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
Emergency Room Technician
South Central Kansas Medical Center
05.2022 - 05.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kansas Surgery and Recovery
05.2020 - 08.2023
Patient Care Technician
Via Christi St. Francis
11.2018 - 04.2019
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Cascade Health Services
08.2018 - 03.2020
Surgical Dental Assistant/ phlebotomy
Implant and Perio of Kansas
05.2018 - 08.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant- Unit Assistant
Wesley Medical Center
09.2013 - 09.2015
Emergency Room Technician
South Central Kansas Medical Center
05.2002 - 05.2018
Associates Degree - Health Science in Nursing
Butler County Community College
High School Diploma - undefined
Arkansas City High School
Certificate - Nursing LPN
WSU Tech
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