Erica Johnson
Oakdale
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with over 25 years of experience in patient care and healthcare support. Demonstrated expertise in communication, prioritization, and multitasking, ensuring efficient and compassionate service delivery. Proven ability to exercise sound judgment in high-pressure environments, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Telehealth Nurse
Northport VA Medical Center
Northport
10.2022 - Current
- Provide information and education to patients related to medical procedures and technologies, including, but not limited to, CVT, SFT, and VVC.
- One of three VBPV champions at Northport VAMC. I have completed over 190 VBPVs, assisting 60+ veterans to be VVC-capable in the process.
- Certified and trained staff in teleretinal imaging, teledermatology, and telespirometry.
- Serves as the liaison between the image readers, primary care providers, specialty care providers, and other VA personnel.
- Run and analyze encounter and consult reports, identify trends, and resolve discrepancies.
- Diagnose and resolve issues with telehealth equipment to ensure uninterrupted patient care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Northport VA Medical Center
Northport
09.2007 - 10.2022
- Administers medications, including controlled narcotics and IV therapy.
- Assess changes in veterans' conditions by monitoring vital signs, symptoms, test results, and veterans' responses to medications and treatments.
- Assisting with the drive-up flu shot clinic by arriving early for set-up, administering the injection itself, and uploading documentation.
- CLC1 Vocera champion by educating new employees on its use and importance.
- Assist in education by training newly hired RNs and LPNs with BCMA/CPRS, and medication processes.
- Motivate veterans to meet their health goals by collaborating with them and making strategic plans.
- Monitor and track patient vitals in CPRS to keep the team informed of changing conditions.
- Importantly, I improved morale in my unit by staying positive, smiling, and encouraging teamwork.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Little Flower Nursing Home
East Islip
07.1996 - 10.2007
- Charge Nurse for 80 patient long term care unit.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Provided medications and wound care for 40 patients.
- Maintained and organized medical documentation and patient information.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
Licensed Practical Nurse
East Neck Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
West Babylon
09.1996 - 05.2002
- Charge Nurse for 60 patient long term care unit.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Administered medication and wound care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Vocational Education Extension Board of Nassau Co
Uniondale, NY08.1996
No Degree - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Suffolk County Community College
Brentwood, NYSkills
- Patient-centered care
- Medication administration
- Wound care and dressing
- Vaccine delivery
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- COVID testing
- Training and onboarding
- Work planning and coordination
- Troubleshoot equipment
- VVC, CVT, and SFT consult support
- Cross-clinic support
- ROES, Teleretinal,telederm and telespirometry certified
Accomplishments
- AFGE Local 1843 elected Executive Secretary. Managed official records for 600+ members, support contract negotiations and grievance processes and coordinated communication between leadership and members.
- Currently completing Lean Six Sigma Yellow belt project focusing on increasing the use of Tele-dermatology consults to enhance timely access to dermatology care for our Veterans.
- Participating in LEAD program to strengthen leadership,communication, and process improvement skills.
- FY24/25 Virtual b/p visit Cohort Champion for Northport VAMC
- Volunteering with Northport VAMC Flu drive yearly(2019-current)
- FY 24/25 represented Telehealth in CARF accreditation survey homeless program.
- Completed a 360 degree leadership assessment, incorporating peer and supervisor feedback to strengthen communication,teamwork and leadership effectiveness.
- Collaborated with informatics team to design and implement new CPRS template notes for Telehealth.
Timeline
Telehealth Nurse
Northport VA Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Northport VA Medical Center
09.2007 - 10.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
East Neck Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
09.1996 - 05.2002
Licensed Practical Nurse
Little Flower Nursing Home
07.1996 - 10.2007
Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Vocational Education Extension Board of Nassau Co
No Degree - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Suffolk County Community College
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