Johanna Dudley
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Nurse Manager, GMID
UAB Hospital
12.2023 - Current
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
RN, HSP2
UAB Hospital
03.2021 - 12.2023
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Medical-Surgical RN
Prolink Staffing Services (Ascension)
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL12.2020
High School Diploma -
Shades Valley High School
Irondale, AL05.2015
Skills
- Electronic charting expertise
- Profitability Strategies
- Budget Management
- Patient Advocacy
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Staff Management
- Corrective Action Implementation
- Patient Safety
- Care Monitoring
- Medical Administration
- Task Delegation
- Decision-Making
- Problem Identification
- Staff Supervision
- Compassionate Care
- Quality Improvement
Timeline
Assistant Nurse Manager, GMID
UAB Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Medical-Surgical RN
Prolink Staffing Services (Ascension)
04.2023 - 06.2023
RN, HSP2
UAB Hospital
03.2021 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tuskegee University
High School Diploma -
Shades Valley High School