Lauryn Johnson
TriStar Centennial Medical Center
Russellville,KY
10
years of professional experience
Dedicated Registered Nurse with over ten years of experience in patient education, assessments, and multidisciplinary team coordination. Proven ability to implement evidence-based practices, enhancing patient safety and satisfaction while effectively precepting new staff.
Work History
Registered Nurse
6 Years 4 Months- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety and quality of care.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests during the pre-admission phase, ensuring accurate results for better-informed treatment decisions.
- Reduced procedure cancellations by identifying potential issues during the pre-admission testing process.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing thorough pre-admission assessments and addressing concerns promptly.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Implemented electronic health record systems to improve data accuracy and accessibility during admissions.
- Trained new nursing staff on pre-admission protocols, promoting adherence to best practices in patient care.
- Provided exceptional patient education, enhancing understanding of pre-operative instructions and post-operative expectations.
Registered Nurse
4 Years 3 Months- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, enhancing recovery outcomes and satisfaction.
- Conducted thorough assessments and evaluations of patients' conditions to support timely interventions.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
- Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse
3 Years 6 Months- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Conducted pre-operative assessments to identify patient needs and concerns.
- Streamlined communication between patients, physicians, and healthcare staff for improved satisfaction.
- Developed educational materials addressing post-operative care and rehabilitation practices.
- Promoted a collaborative healthcare environment by actively participating in interdisciplinary meetings, advocating for optimal patient outcomes, and fostering open communication among team members.
- Streamlined patient education process for orthopedic procedures, increasing comprehension and adherence to treatment plans.
- Coordinated pre-surgical assessments, optimizing surgical readiness and minimizing risks during procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians to optimize surgical scheduling, maximizing efficiency and reducing wait times.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Skills
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Patient education and counseling
Compassion and empathy
Precepting
Team coordination
Performing ekgs
Timeline
Registered Nurse
TriStar Centennial Medical Center
04.2020 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse
Southern Joint Replacement Institute
10.2016 - 04.2020Read More
Registered Nurse
TriStar Centennial Medical Center
07.2016 - 10.2020Read More
Aquinas College
Associate of Science from Nursing
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