Johanna Salazar
Annapolis,MD
Summary
Healthcare professional with clinical training in family care, ready to contribute to patient-centered environments. Known for collaborative efforts and seamless adaptation to evolving healthcare needs. Proficient in patient assessment and treatment planning, with keen ability to foster trust and communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Anne Arundel Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
- As an RN, responsible for advocating for the well beginning of each patient
- Maintain stroke core measure, completing a Dysphagia screening prior to any PO intake
- Performing Neuro checks as order
- Implementing wound prevention, SCDs frequent Q2 turns
- Head to toe assessment q shift, Admission screening
- Toolstrips interpretation and transferring into EPIC
- Utilizing a standard schedule Medication administration, care plan documentation and patient specific education
- Familiarize neuro diagnoses/procedures on Neuro Care Unite such as; acute ischemic stroke, acute hemorrhagic stroke, SDH, craniotomy, seizures, Alcohol withdrawal, Brain tumor, Guillain- Barre and Myasthenia Gravis
- Implement correct mechanics in transferring or positioning a patient
- Providing discharge instruction and prescription to patient and complete repeat pain assessment, remove PIV
- Ensure accurate time of discharger
- Mentored new nurses on the neuro unit, sharing knowledge of best practices for optimal patient care delivery.
- Have empathy, care and compassion for each patient
- Participated in unit-based committees focused on enhancing the quality of care provided within the neuro unit by identifying areas for improvement and implementing actionable solutions.
RN
Second Family Services, Inc.
01.2022 - 08.2022
- As an RN, responsible for providing high- quality patient care
- Passionate about fostering a supportive and healing environment for patients
- Assessed patient’s needs, developed personalized care plans and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective treatment
- Administered medication and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and comfort
- Worked with a diverse of special needs children and provide both clinical and emotional support
- Prepared and administered TPN solutions, ensuring proper formulation and delivery
- Improved pain management by assessing pain levels, recommending appropriate interventions, and monitoring effectiveness of chosen treatments.
- Provided comprehensive tracheostomy care, including tube changes, suctioning, and humidification, ensuring patient comfort and safety
- Provided bronchial hygiene techniques such as postural drainage, percussion, airway clearance devices
- Provided comprehensive patient care for individuals with epilepsy, including seizure management and medication reconciliation
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Advocated for the rights of pediatric patients within the healthcare system, addressing concerns or discrepancies when necessary.
Student Nurse
Anne Arundel Medical Center
01.2020 - 01.2021
- As a Student Nurse in the ED, responsible for support independent function on the nursing unite
- Complete Bedside shift report
- Review incomplete orders via Epic
- Ensure that he patient is ready for the provider (in a gown all metal removed, place on the monitor)
- Complete Labs; IV, Urine samples, EKGs as ordered and documentation
- Round on each of my patients every 2 hours and document via hourly rounding tool
- Help RN check in new patients
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.
- Prep patient for discharge by taking the least set of vital signs and removing the IV
- Clean and turn offer rooms and stretchers, ensure to change the room to ready on the ED Manager
- Assisted in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent repositioning of immobile patients every two hours.
Student Nurse
Northwest Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2021
- As a student Nurse, responsible for support independent functions on the nursing units, uploading/ updating documentation on the Electronic Medical Record and implement best practices with communication
- Assist clients on AM/PM Care, activity of daily living, patient mobility, vital signs, linen changes, glucose check and mouth care
- Provide personal hygiene assistance (such as soap and water basin bath and 2%CHG Bath), shaving, and dress change
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Documentation (IVIEW, Care Compass) of intake and output, preventative treatment such as fall, aspiration, pressure injuries skin care
- Trained on obtains 12 lead EKG, straight Catheterization (Male/Female) Code Blue and when to call the Rapid Response team
Caregiver
Visiting Angels
01.2019 - 01.2020
- As a Caregiver, responsible for assisting resident between 65-99 year of age with daily needs including: personal hygiene, followed doctors’ protocols for each client, and maintained a professional and personal relationship
- Aid clients in dressing, turning positions, minimize rashes and sores
- Ran errands and grocery shopping
- Implement group activities such as but not limited to; movie night, storytelling and games
- This helps improves resident engagement and cognitive abilities
- Kept patient living environments clean, neat and free of safety hazards
- Maintaining daily records of client’s individual activity, food, naps, medication, and weight
- Oversaw their drug intake assuring patient take it at the exact time
- Aid clients with their physical therapy exercise
- Aid clients that struggle with maintain their proper balance by transferring patient the gate-belt
- Responsible for food preparation and deed if required
- Responsible for keeping up with medical appointment and providing transpiration to doctor visits
- Conducted interviews with my assigned residents by following guidelines provided and confidential laws
- Persuaded residents to comply and recorded all data received
Education
Master’s - nursing- Family Nurse Practitioner Program
Coppin State University
Baltimore, MDBachelor of science - Nursing
Coppin State University
Baltimore, MDBachelor of Science - Biology, Psychology Minor
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
General Studies -
Arundel Community College
Arnold, MDSkills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Effective Time Management
- Team Leadership
- Fast-paced environment handling
- Electronic medical records (EMR) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Patient Advocacy- explained treatment procedures, medication risk,special diets and physician instructions to patient
- Quality Assurance- ensure and endorsed medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulation for maximum quality and control
- Clinical skills
Certification
- BLS, 07/26/24 - 07/31/26
- ACLS, 07/26/24 - 07/31/26
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
RN
Second Family Services, Inc.
01.2022 - 08.2022
RN
Anne Arundel Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
Student Nurse
Anne Arundel Medical Center
01.2020 - 01.2021
Student Nurse
Northwest Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2021
Caregiver
Visiting Angels
01.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of science - Nursing
Coppin State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Psychology Minor
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
General Studies -
Arundel Community College
Master’s - nursing- Family Nurse Practitioner Program
Coppin State University