Jereeka Johnson, BSN, RN
Ripley,TN
Summary
Experienced nursing professional with extensive teaching expertise and a commitment to developing nursing skills in response to evolving healthcare challenges. Demonstrated proficiency in fostering both learner and patient growth, while effectively managing team dynamics and workflow processes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Jackson, TN
02.2025 - Current
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
RN, Medical-Surgical Unit
Haywood County Community Hospital
Brownsville, TN
09.2024 - Current
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms and changes in patients' conditions.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions and modified as needed according to evidence-based practice guidelines.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Methodist University Hospital
Memphis , TN
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Educated patients and families to manage illness with post-treatment home care needs, nutrition, exercise programs and self-administration of medication.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Certified Nursing Assistant Instructor
Lauderdale County Schools
Ripley , TN
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Planned and implemented, in collaboration with trainee, teaching plans and study topics and evaluated progress based on mutually agreed-upon orientation goals on ongoing basis.
- Supervised student laboratory and clinical work, offering knowledgeable advice to advance learning and abilities.
Health Science Teacher
Halls High School
Halls, TN
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Selected and implemented effective materials and methods to properly teach students critical concepts.
- Fostered students' self-esteem and love of learning by maintaining welcoming and positive classroom environment.
Dual Enrollment Instructor/Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor
Dyersburg State Community College
Dyersburg, TN
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Monitored student growth and academic process.
- Advised students on course selection, pathways and career options.
- Maintained in-depth knowledge of course materials to maximize student success.
Dual Enrollment Instructor
TN College of Applied Technology
Jackson, TN
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Advised students on course selection, pathways and career options.
- Liaised between employees and senior leadership to address inquiries, complete contract processing and foster problem resolution.
Certified Nursing Assistant Instructor
Haywood County Schools
Brownsville, TN
07.2019 - 05.2021
- Assessed student's orientation needs, planned learning experiences and facilitated patient assignment selection to achieve identified learning needs and goals.
- Trained and introduced trainee to written and unwritten norms of unit and on best communication methods with staff members, management and patients.
Health Science Teacher Grades 6-12
Haywood County Schools
Brownsville, TN
07.2019 - 05.2021
- Teach nursing theory, supervise and instruct nursing assistant students in clinical skills performance, develop assessment skills, schedule and perform clinical rotations.
- Devised new health education and promotion programs to meet specific or at-large needs of local community.
Practical Nursing Instructor
TN College of Applied Technology
Ripley, TN
08.2015 - 04.2019
- Provided nursing instruction and lecture regarding the nursing process, assessment and pharmacology to a team of practical nursing students seeking Tennessee state licensure, developed critical thinking and clinical instruction within long-term care and hospital-based facilities.
- Guided and supervised nursing students in all learning activities, including classroom, lab and clinical learning activities.
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
TN College of Applied Technology
Ripley, TN
01.2012 - 08.2015
- Observed and evaluated student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects and examinations.
- Supervised student laboratory and clinical work, offering knowledgeable advice to advance learning and abilities.
RN, Home Health Supervisor
CareAll Home Health
Ripley, TN
09.2013 - 05.2014
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
RN, Hemodialysis Charge Nurse
DaVita Dialysis
Ripley, TN
08.2010 - 02.2012
- Supervised and provided in-center hemodialysis treatments to renal insufficient patients, administered site care protection education, diet/medication education to promote adequate dialysis, ongoing assessment, care plans, promotion of patient compliance to prescribed medical regimen while maintaining an infection free site.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
RN, ICU/ICCU
Dyersburg Regional Hospital
Dyersburg, TN
03.2008 - 05.2010
- Implemented care to the critically ill while maintaining adequate ventilation and tracheostomy care, administered and titrated vasoactive drugs, implemented cardiac monitoring, skin/wound assessments and treatments to promote healing.
- Completed patient assessments, recorded patient histories, symptoms and observations.
RN, Hemodialysis Charge Nurse
Dialysis Center Incorporated
Murfreesboro, TN
04.2006 - 01.2008
- Provided diet teaching, individualized care plans, EPO drug administration, referrals or appointments as needed, shift schedule for 8-10 staff members.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
RN, Skilled Charge Nurse
Boulevard Terrace Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
Murfreesboro, TN
11.2004 - 04.2006
- Provided skilled nursing care of post-surgical residents, tracheostomy, gastrostomy, urostomy care implemented in addition to care of hospice residents.
- Performed admissions, weekly skin assessments and treatments.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
RN, Emergency Department
Baptist Memorial Hospital
Covington, TN
04.2004 - 10.2004
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
RN, Telemetry Charge Nurse
Middle TN Medical Center
Murfreesboro, TN
01.2002 - 05.2004
- Implemented care of medical post-surgical patients with cardiac arrhythmias, monitored telemetry with vasoactive drug intervention, respiratory maintenance, wound care and IV Therapy.
- Oversaw delivery of high-quality, cost-effective care with focus on patient safety, comfort and dignity.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
RN, Telemetry Staff Nurse
Saint Thomas Health Services
Murfreesboro, TN
08.2001 - 01.2002
- Telemetry, RN.
- Advanced telemetry monitoring unit of post-cardiac pacemaker implant patients, cardiac infusions, post-surgical teaching, vasoactive drug administration, scheduled referrals, appointments, monitored temporary pacers, assessment and documentation.
Education
Practitioner Occupational Licensure - Education
University of Tennessee At Martin
Martin, TN01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05.2000
Skills
- BLS
- TEAMS
- Leadership
- ACLS
- Medical Reserve Corp
- Organizational skills
Additional Information
- Awards received , Documentation Award (2002) Star Employee Award (2004) You Make a Difference Excellence Award (2008)
Certification
- Registered Nurse #128580
- Practitioner Occupational Teaching Licensure #000717570
- BLS
- ACLS
References
Ronica Anderson, RN, BSN, 731-460-6349, colleague
Wanda Smith, RN, BSN 731-445-6652, Nursing Supervisor
Tonya Medford, BSN, RN 731-460-0492, Nursing Instructor/Co-Instructor
Timeline
RN
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2025 - Current
RN, Medical-Surgical Unit
Haywood County Community Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Methodist University Hospital
09.2023 - 10.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant Instructor
Lauderdale County Schools
10.2021 - 05.2023
Health Science Teacher
Halls High School
10.2021 - 05.2023
Dual Enrollment Instructor/Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor
Dyersburg State Community College
10.2021 - 05.2023
Dual Enrollment Instructor
TN College of Applied Technology
08.2020 - 05.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant Instructor
Haywood County Schools
07.2019 - 05.2021
Health Science Teacher Grades 6-12
Haywood County Schools
07.2019 - 05.2021
Practical Nursing Instructor
TN College of Applied Technology
08.2015 - 04.2019
RN, Home Health Supervisor
CareAll Home Health
09.2013 - 05.2014
Adjunct Clinical Nursing Instructor
TN College of Applied Technology
01.2012 - 08.2015
RN, Hemodialysis Charge Nurse
DaVita Dialysis
08.2010 - 02.2012
RN, ICU/ICCU
Dyersburg Regional Hospital
03.2008 - 05.2010
RN, Hemodialysis Charge Nurse
Dialysis Center Incorporated
04.2006 - 01.2008
RN, Skilled Charge Nurse
Boulevard Terrace Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
11.2004 - 04.2006
RN, Emergency Department
Baptist Memorial Hospital
04.2004 - 10.2004
RN, Telemetry Charge Nurse
Middle TN Medical Center
01.2002 - 05.2004
RN, Telemetry Staff Nurse
Saint Thomas Health Services
08.2001 - 01.2002
Practitioner Occupational Licensure - Education
University of Tennessee At Martin
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Middle Tennessee State University
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