Kristen Johnson
Newton ,GA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with 8 years of experience at Phoebe Putney Health System, specializing in labor and delivery. Excelled in critical thinking and compassionate patient care, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Proven expertise in medication administration and advocating for patient and family needs. Certified in NRP, BLS, and ACLS, demonstrating a commitment to high-quality clinical skills and emotional support.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Phoebe Putney Health System
07.2016 - Current
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, preterm labor, and maternal/fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examinations and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Administered high risk medications accurately and safely under physician guidance during labor induction or augmentation processes.
- Anticipated potential complications early in the labor process through vigilant assessment of both mother and fetus vital signs data.
- Participated in regular departmental meetings, providing valuable insight and suggestions for improvement.
- Advocated for patient autonomy by involving them in decision-making processes regarding their birth plan.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure a high level of patient care..
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of pregnancy related complications.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of all relevant information related to patient progress, treatments administered and other pertinent data.
Nurse Extern
Phoebe Putney Health System
12.2015 - 07.2016
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures
- Proactively sought out opportunities to learn from experienced nurses and other healthcare professionals growing in clinical knowledge.
- Developed strong time-management skills by balancing multiple responsibilities during fast-paced hospital shifts.
- Demonstrated commitment to teamwork by consistently stepping up when additional help was required or requested within the unit or department.
- Performed diagnostic tests under supervision of registered nurses, contributing to accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Gained valuable clinical experience through rotations in various hospital departments, such as Labor and Delivery, NICU, Pediatrics, and the Mother Baby Unit.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by providing compassionate care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Handled specimen collection and prepared for transport to facilitate laboratory testing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ07.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Darton State College
Albany, GA05.2016
Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Medication and IV administration
- Critical Thinking
- IV Insertions
- Patient and family advocacy
- Direct Patient Care
- Compassionate and Caring
- Decision-Making
- NRP, BLS, and ACLS certified
Licensure and Certifications
Registered Professional Nurse RN258541- expires January 2026
BLS certified- expires June 2026
ACLS certified- expires June 2026
Neonatal Resuscitation- expires August 2026
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Phoebe Putney Health System
07.2016 - Current
Nurse Extern
Phoebe Putney Health System
12.2015 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Darton State College
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