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Johnny Young

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Looking to further hone my skills within a unique environment that offers a potential to growth and fosters a cooperative participation in furthering knowledge. Whom, not only can help me to be a better person and professional but, one I can help to also achieve their goals and aspirations.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Methodist Healthcare
San Antonio, Texas
05.2022 - Current
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Assisted doctors with examinations of patients by taking vital signs and drawing blood.
  • Administered first aid treatment and life support to care for sick or injured individuals.
  • Monitored patients' comfort and safety during examinations and tests to alert physicians of abnormalities and changes in patient response.
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Rideout Memorial Hospital
Marysville, CA
05.2021 - 02.2022
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Cooper University Hospital
Camden, NJ
10.2020 - 05.2021
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care for as many as 6 patients each day in high-volume critical and non critical setting.
  • Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
  • Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
  • Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
  • Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

University Hospital
San Antonio, TX
06.2019 - 10.2020
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
  • Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.

Registered Nurse

Hillcrest South Hospital
Tulsa, OK
06.2019 - 09.2019
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
  • Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Cedar Park Regional Medical Center
Austin, TX
01.2019 - 02.2019
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.

Registered Nurse

St. Anthony's Medical Center
Oklahoma City, OK
10.2018 - 01.2019
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.

Registered Nurse

Inland Valley Medical Center
Wildomar, California
12.2017 - 08.2018
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
  • 2.
  • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • 3.
  • Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
  • 4.
  • Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.
  • 5.
  • Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
  • 6.
  • Closely monitored acute conditions.
  • 7.
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance.
  • 8.
  • Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.

Registered Nurse

Southwest General Hospital
San Antonio, Texas
07.2017 - 12.2017
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
  • 2.
  • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • 3.
  • Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
  • 4.
  • Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.
  • 5.
  • Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
  • 6.
  • Closely monitored acute conditions.
  • 7.
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance.
  • 8.
  • Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.

Registered Nurse

St. David's South Austin Medical Center
Austin, Texas
03.2017 - 06.2017
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
  • 2.
  • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • 3.
  • Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
  • 4.
  • Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.
  • 5.
  • Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
  • 6.
  • Closely monitored acute conditions.
  • 7.
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance.
  • 8.
  • Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.

Registered Nurse

Metropolitan Methodist Hospital
San Antonio, Texas
12.2016 - 03.2017
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
  • 2.
  • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • 3.
  • Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
  • 4.
  • Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.
  • 5.
  • Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
  • 6.
  • Closely monitored acute conditions.
  • 7.
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance.
  • 8.
  • Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.

Registered Nurse

St. David's North Austin Medical Center
Austin, Texas
12.2015 - 03.2016
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
  • 2.
  • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • 3.
  • Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
  • 4.
  • Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.
  • 5.
  • Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
  • 6.
  • Closely monitored acute conditions.
  • 7.
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance.
  • 8.
  • Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.

Registered Nurse

East Houston Medical Center
Houston, Texas
08.2015 - 12.2015
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
  • 2.
  • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • 3.
  • Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
  • 4.
  • Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.
  • 5.
  • Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
  • 6.
  • Closely monitored acute conditions.
  • 7.
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance.
  • 8.
  • Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.

Registered Nurse

St. Luke's Baptist Hospital
San Antonio, Texas
02.2013 - 08.2015
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
  • 2.
  • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • 3.
  • Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
  • 4.
  • Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.
  • 5.
  • Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
  • 6.
  • Closely monitored acute conditions.
  • 7.
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance.
  • 8.
  • Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.

Registered Nurse

Heartland Health Care Center-San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas
02.2013 - 08.2015
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
  • 2.
  • Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.
  • 3.
  • Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
  • 4.
  • Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.
  • 5.
  • Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
  • 6.
  • Closely monitored acute conditions.
  • 7.
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance.
  • 8.
  • Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.

CNA

Regent Care Center of San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas
12.2011 - 12.2012
  • Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients.
  • 2.
  • Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab.
  • 3.
  • Monitored fluid intake and output levels.
  • 4.
  • Assisted patients with daily functions.

CNA

Retama Manor Nursing Center/San Antonio/North
San Antonio, Texas
01.2011 - 11.2011
  • Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients.
  • 2.
  • Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab.
  • 3.
  • Monitored fluid intake and output levels.
  • 4.
  • Assisted patients with daily functions.

Lab Technician

Quest Diagnostics Miami Corporate Office
Miramar, Florida
05.2009 - 12.2010
  • Performed lab tests and communicated results.
  • 2.
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance.
  • 3.
  • Followed infection control procedures.
  • 4.
  • Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab.
  • 5.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing Hobbies & Interests 1.
  • Seeker of knowledge 2.
  • Innovator of new techniques and policies 3.
  • Avid traveler and learner of new techniques to keep information relevant and up to date.
  • 4.
  • Team player capable of supporting leadership and taking on the leadership role should it be required.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX
05.2017

ADN - Nursing

Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL
12.2010

Skills

  • Expert
  • Cost effective practitioner: Expert
  • Problem Resolution Capability: Expert
  • Professional Bedside Manner: Expert
  • Various EMC systems: Expert
  • Avid
  • Counseling
  • Disease
  • Management
  • Disease
  • Management
  • Disease
  • Management
  • Infection control
  • Lab testing
  • Leadership
  • Policies
  • Problem Resolution
  • Quality
  • Team player
  • Treatment plans
  • Critical Thinking
  • Patient Condition Monitoring
  • Clear Patient Communication

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Methodist Healthcare
05.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Rideout Memorial Hospital
05.2021 - 02.2022

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Cooper University Hospital
10.2020 - 05.2021

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

University Hospital
06.2019 - 10.2020

Registered Nurse

Hillcrest South Hospital
06.2019 - 09.2019

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Cedar Park Regional Medical Center
01.2019 - 02.2019

Registered Nurse

St. Anthony's Medical Center
10.2018 - 01.2019

Registered Nurse

Inland Valley Medical Center
12.2017 - 08.2018

Registered Nurse

Southwest General Hospital
07.2017 - 12.2017

Registered Nurse

St. David's South Austin Medical Center
03.2017 - 06.2017

Registered Nurse

Metropolitan Methodist Hospital
12.2016 - 03.2017

Registered Nurse

St. David's North Austin Medical Center
12.2015 - 03.2016

Registered Nurse

East Houston Medical Center
08.2015 - 12.2015

Registered Nurse

St. Luke's Baptist Hospital
02.2013 - 08.2015

Registered Nurse

Heartland Health Care Center-San Antonio
02.2013 - 08.2015

CNA

Regent Care Center of San Antonio
12.2011 - 12.2012

CNA

Retama Manor Nursing Center/San Antonio/North
01.2011 - 11.2011

Lab Technician

Quest Diagnostics Miami Corporate Office
05.2009 - 12.2010

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Texas At Arlington

ADN - Nursing

Keiser University
Johnny Young