Heather Johnson
Seaford,DE
Summary
Experienced Licensed Practical Nurse that is well-versed in performing triage, collecting intake information and caring for wounds. Good communicator with organized nature and strong prioritization and multitasking skills. Sound judgment, caring nature and superior work ethic.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Department of Veterans Affairs
Georgetown, DE
2018.04 - Current
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
La Red Medical Center
Seaford, DE
2014.11 - 2018.04
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Dover Behavioral Health
Dover, DE
2008.07 - 2014.11
- Identified and addressed individual mental health challenges to support patients.
- Documented patient interactions in compliance with HIPAA requirements.
- Conducted 15-minute and unscheduled checks on patients, immediately responding to hazardous incidents or crises to maintain safe milieu.
- Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment, and disease management, equipping them with tools to achieve and maintain optimal psychiatric and mental health.
- Administered psychotropic drugs and other medications, adhering to medication schedules and making adjustments commensurate with patients' condition and response.
- Scheduled and coordinated patient follow-up appointments.
- Counseled patients, discussed substance use and worked closely with individuals to identify positive and healthy life choices.
- Managed patients' hygiene with comprehensive care for toileting, bathing and grooming needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT 2025.09 - 2026.01
Associate of Science -
Wor-wic
Salisbury, MD 2018.01 - 2018.01
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Delaware Technical And Community College - Owens
Georgetown, DE05.2006
Skills
- Samples collection
- Healthcare platforms
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Patient triaging
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Assisting physicians
- Regulatory requirements
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Psychotropic medication knowledge
- Educating families
- Tracking symptoms
- First Aid/CPR
- Organization
- Organizational skills
- Communication
- People skills
- Critical thinking
- Proficient in computer knowledge
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
2025.09 - 2026.01
Registered Nurse
Department of Veterans Affairs
2018.04 - Current
Associate of Science -
Wor-wic
2018.01 - 2018.01
Licensed Practical Nurse
La Red Medical Center
2014.11 - 2018.04
Licensed Practical Nurse
Dover Behavioral Health
2008.07 - 2014.11
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Delaware Technical And Community College - Owens