Kaitlyn Johnson
Georgetown,KY
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in a level four Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Brings strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to new tasks. Eager to provide adaptability, creativity, and a result-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
UK Healthcare
Lexington, KY
01.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Pharmacy Technician
The Kroger Company
Cold Spring, KY
03.2021 - 12.2023
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships with both new and returning patients at the pharmacy counter.
- Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
- Optimized workflow efficiency through participation in regular team meetings discussing areas for improvement within the department.
- Expedited insurance claim resolutions by liaising with healthcare providers and insurance companies on patients'' behalf.
- Resolved third-party billing, computer system and customer service issues.
Student Advisory Committee
Northern Kentucky University
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with classmates and professors to predict ways to improve the nursing program.
- Provided insight on how to make clinicals a better learning environment for nursing students.
- Representing the University by giving feedback on personal clinical experiences.
Student Nurses Association
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Communicated frequently with nursing faculty and other student representatives to explore ways to benefit the community
- Funded local services by participating in clothing and food drives
Academic Chairman
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Maintained a 3.5 GPA while partaking in monitoring grades of others
- Ensured chapter GPA was appropriate and fit requirements
- Coordinated monthly meetings with those whose GPA fell below baseline
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY12.2023
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Professional bedside manner
- Licensed RN
- Critical care
- Long-term care
Campus Experience
- Student Advisory Committee, 2022-2023, Collaborated with classmates and professors to predict ways to improve the nursing program, Provided insight on how to make clinical a better learning environment for nursing students, Representing the University by giving feedback on personal clinical experiences
- Student Nurses Association, 2021-2023, Communicated frequently with nursing faculty and other student representatives to explore ways to benefit the community, Funded local services by participating in clothing and food drives
- Delta Zeta Sorority: Academic Chairman, 2020-2021, Maintained a 3.5 GPA while partaking in monitoring grades of others, Ensured chapter GPA was appropriate and fit requirements, Coordinated monthly meetings with those whose GPA fell below baseline
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- Basic Life Support
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Training
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UK Healthcare
01.2024 - Current
Student Advisory Committee
Northern Kentucky University
01.2022 - 01.2023
Pharmacy Technician
The Kroger Company
03.2021 - 12.2023
Student Nurses Association
01.2021 - 01.2023
Academic Chairman
01.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Kentucky University