Kristy Johnson
Littleton,CO
Summary
Adept at delivering superior home healthcare, wound care, and catheter care, I have a proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through clinical judgment and effective IV therapy. At Colorado Visiting Nurse Association, I led initiatives that significantly improved patient recovery rates. My compassionate approach and meticulous attention to nursing documentation set me apart.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Field Clinician
Colorado Visiting Nurse Association
Arvada, Colorado
11.2017 - Current
- Provided direct patient care including wound management, medication administration, IV therapy, assessments, and treatments.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Identified potential risk factors for acute illness or injury in the field setting and provided appropriate interventions.
LPN
Cherrelyn Healthcare Center
Littleton, CO
05.2017 - 10.2017
- Performed wound care, including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications, and providing other necessary treatments involved in pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Acting charge nurse of a 50-patient sub-acute rehab unit in the supervisor's absence.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
LPN Floor Nurse
Hallmark Nursing Center
Denver, CO
10.2014 - 05.2017
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
LPN
Preferred Provider Services
Aurora, CO
05.2014 - 09.2014
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Prescribed medications as needed based on physician orders or protocols when appropriate.
- Verified insurance coverage eligibility prior to scheduling appointments or procedures.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
Med/Surgical Nurse
Denver Health Medical Center
Denver, CO
04.2004 - 05.2014
- Coordinated admissions, transitions, and discharges by communicating with colleagues, as well as patients and family members.
- Provided direct patient care including wound management, medication administration, IV therapy, assessments, and treatments.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Lone Tree, CO11-2016
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
University of Phoenix
Lone Tree12-2014
Licensed Practical Nurse IV Certified -
Concorde Career College
Aurora, CO02-2004
Skills
- Home healthcare
- Wound care and dressing techniques
- Health promotion
- Catheter care
- Nursing documentation
- Clinical judgment
- IV therapy and medication administration
- Compassionate care
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN Field Clinician
Colorado Visiting Nurse Association
11.2017 - Current
LPN
Cherrelyn Healthcare Center
05.2017 - 10.2017
LPN Floor Nurse
Hallmark Nursing Center
10.2014 - 05.2017
LPN
Preferred Provider Services
05.2014 - 09.2014
Med/Surgical Nurse
Denver Health Medical Center
04.2004 - 05.2014
MBA - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
University of Phoenix
Licensed Practical Nurse IV Certified -
Concorde Career College
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