Janet Johnson
Norristown,Pennsylvania
Summary
Results-driven psychiatric registered nurse with demonstrated skills in crisis intervention and psychosocial analysis. Experienced in mentoring nursing staff and ensuring adherence to health regulations, dedicated to improving patient care through effective leadership and collaboration.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Norristown State Hospital
Norristown, Pennsylvania
12.2021 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Managed daily operations of nursing units, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers effectively.
- Provided leadership during emergency situations ensuring high standards of patient safety are met.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in a timely manner while maintaining morale.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to ensure quality patient care.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to nursing practice.
- Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
- Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Norristown State Hospital
Norristown, Pennsylvania
03.2018 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in psychiatric settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for treatment planning.
- Monitored patient progress and responded to behavioral changes.
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments for patients.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments to determine appropriate interventions.
- Instructed individuals on how to cope with their mental health conditions through lifestyle changes, such as diet or exercise regimens.
- Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for patients in a residential setting.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Registered Nurse
VA Hospital
Spring City, Pennsylvania
04.2016 - 03.2018
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2022
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Crisis intervention
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Treatment planning
- Nursing leadership
- Compliance management
- Psychosocial analysis
- De-escalation techniques
- Mental health evaluation
- First-Aid certificates (AHA)
Timeline
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Norristown State Hospital
12.2021 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Norristown State Hospital
03.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse
VA Hospital
04.2016 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University