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
Annapolis, MD
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.
Bowie, MD
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
Annapolis, MD
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
Randallstown, MD
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
Arnold, MD
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