Joyce A. Johnson
Nursing Professional Development
Auburn,IN
Summary
Dedicated to using excellent research, investigation and project management abilities to optimize management, organization and reporting of clinical data. Results-driven, precise and systematic with quick learning and collaborative nature. Strong history with healthcare companies. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a nursing educator position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Well-qualified registered nurse successful at building and maintaining secure, accurate and efficient data collection systems. Hardworking and pragmatic with strong attention to detail and methodical approach. Prepared to offer 20 plus years of experience to fast-paced position with room for advancement.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
Certificates
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Northern Lakes Nursing
Angola, IN
01.2017 - Current
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Tracking and certifying LPN/RN/QMAs in TST reading and administration.
- Proving education to nursing staff regarding IV, MID line, PICC line, Central Line management.
Nursing Professional Development Practitioner
Parkview Education Center
Fort Wayne, IN
02.2017 - 05.2022
- Precepted new nurses following established standards of practice and organizational policies.
- Met with students one-on-one to design learning plans and discuss projects.
- Created and executed a Patient Care Foundations Training program to combat the PCT shortage during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
- Collaborated with other preceptors and instructors to enhance student experience.
- Provided individualized instruction to struggling pupils.
- Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Prepared course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts for distribution or use within classroom.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
Wound Care Clinic RN
Parkview-DeKalb Health
Auburn, IN
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Documented and examined patient recovery and reported progress to doctors for effective management.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Educated patients on proper nutrition and offered holistic solutions to severe conditions.
- Disseminated instructions and education for primary home caregivers and patients in preparation for discharge.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Provided consultation, education and counseling to patients, staff and community members.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Substitute IMPACT Teacher
East Noble Schools
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
ER RN Staff Nurse
Parkview-DeKalb Health
Auburn, IN
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
RN, Clinical Consultant, Medical Records
Miller's Health Systems
Fort Wayne, IN
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Developed and proposed solutions for making positive improvements to operational and patient care strategies.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- 9/14-12/14 completed social worker and medical records responsibilities while primary employees were on maternity leave. 12/14-3/15 I personally was on maternity leave. 3/15-9/15 Returned from maternity leave temporarily to assist with training of new director of nursing, Instruct CPR certification and Mantoux certifications for all nurses. Then I was able to finally be a stay at home mom.
Director of Nursing Miller
Miller's Health Systems
Garrett, IN
01.2012 - 10.2014
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Evaluated work performance of 78 nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Implemented successful CNA certification program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Miller's Health Systems
Garrett
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Assisted Director of Nursing in all aspects of business operations.
- Trained and supervised employees on healthcare policies and procedures.
- Planned and coordinated logistics and materials for board meetings, committee meetings and staff events.
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
- Researched best practices and developed strategies to improve patient outcomes.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff.
MDS coordinator
Miller's Health Systems
Garrett, IN
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Completed minimum data set assessments with strong collaboration across business, provider and clinical disciplines.
- Trained staff in correct techniques for completing and signing MDS assessments.
- Collaborated with medical teams to create uniform standards for clinical data reporting.
- Complied with federal and state regulations for completion and coordination of RAI process.
- Led weekly utilization review to go over recent clinical activities.
- Trained nursing staff on appropriate ADL abilities and coding.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governor's University
Fort Wayne, IN 03.2022 - 2023.09
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governor's University
Fort Wayne, IN 2020.08 - 2022.03
Associate of Science - Nursing
ASN University of Saint Frances
Fort Wayne, IN 2010.06 - 2012.06
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
LPN Ivy Tech College
Fort Wayne, IN 01.1999 - 2000.12
Skills
Training and Development
Accomplishments
Received certificate of excellence in professional presence and influence from WGU 2021.
Certification
2010-current CNA Instructor Certification
Additional Information
- PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE, Indiana State Board of Nursing, Registered Nurse License (28202798A)
- AWARDS AND HONORS, Certificate of Excellence in Professional Presence and Influence WGU 2021
- COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP, Nursing Informatics Counsel (NIC) 2017-2022 Nursing Care Action Team (NCAT) 2017-2022
Affiliations
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention- Lutheran Health
Lutheran Health Network Tuberculosis Program 702 Van Buren St
Ft. Wayne Indiana, 46802
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
Work Availability
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Timeline
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governor's University
03.2022 - 2023.09
Nursing Professional Development Practitioner
Parkview Education Center
02.2017 - 05.2022
RN Staff Nurse
Northern Lakes Nursing
01.2017 - Current
Wound Care Clinic RN
Parkview-DeKalb Health
01.2017 - 01.2022
Substitute IMPACT Teacher
East Noble Schools
01.2017 - 01.2022
ER RN Staff Nurse
Parkview-DeKalb Health
01.2017 - 01.2019
RN, Clinical Consultant, Medical Records
Miller's Health Systems
09.2014 - 09.2015
Director of Nursing Miller
Miller's Health Systems
01.2012 - 10.2014
Assistant Director of Nursing
Miller's Health Systems
01.2010 - 01.2012
MDS coordinator
Miller's Health Systems
01.2005 - 01.2010
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
LPN Ivy Tech College
01.1999 - 2000.12
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governor's University
2020.08 - 2022.03
Associate of Science - Nursing
ASN University of Saint Frances
2010.06 - 2012.06
2010-current CNA Instructor Certification
2012-current TST Instructor Certification
2016-2022 BLS Instructor Certification
2000-current BLS Provider Certification
2016-2019 ACLS Instructor Certification
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