Lavern Johnson
Miramar,FL
Summary
Professional educator with outstanding communication and instruction experience. Adjunct Faculty adapts to different classroom settings and subjects. Masterful at new teaching styles and concepts and can work within constraints of school guidelines and policies. Keen observer equipped to change teaching styles based on student need or subject matter. Nursing clinical experience in or more of the following clinical areas: Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Medical Surgical nursing, and Mental health nursing.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Faculty/BSN online Program
Norcross Institute of Allied Health
- Developed creative and effective teaching methods for course content to capture students attention.
- Designed and delivered class instruction to meet course competencies.
- Delivered class instruction online through the development of activities which support lesson objectives
- Delivered class instruction online to meet course objectives and facilitate students’ learning
- Implemented learning-centered instruction by establishing a classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement as well as effectively planning and preparing for classes and student success
- Demonstrated leadership skills; style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
- Prepared syllabi, reading materials, quizzes and exams
- Graded exams and written assignments according to institutional policies and upheld guidelines for academic integrity.
- Developed and kindled professional relationships with students to better communicate and enhance instruction.
- Evaluated students’ performance by a variety of means to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives and informs them in a timely manner of their progress in the course.
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
Miami Dade College/Benjamin Leon School of Nursing
01.2005 - Current
- Provided orientation and clinical instruction to students in lab, simulations and clinical learning activities
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to enhance students learning during clinical rotations
- Educated students on health promotion, prevention and maintenance of nursing care in acute care settings
- Engaged in students’ advisement to support students in academic success.
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
- Instructed and coached students to help overcome academic issues and personal challenges.
- Worked with department heads, staff and faculty to develop engaging curriculum and advance instruction for nursing programs.
Nursing Instructor/Lab Coordinator
Brown Mackie College
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Provided clinical instruction and supervision to students in various clinical settings
- Graded student assignments and provided constructive feedback
- Maintained database for student grades and attendance
- Prepared daily lesson plans
- Demonstrated nursing skills and implemented student’s skills check
- Enforced lab and area protocols, rules and regulations; maintained discipline; utilized effective time management for clinical instruction
- Tutor/mentor students for success in course work and NCLEX.
APRN
Medical Doctors House Calls
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Conducted home health assessment of patients; pediatrics and adult patients, including new patients.
- Traveled by car to visit average of 2-3 patients each day to perform initial visits and physical examinations.
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
- Documented online of physical assessment and summary of patient visit.
- Diagnosed and responded to illnesses and physical conditions through prescription of medication and health counseling and education.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
Director of Nursing
Burnett International College
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Directed and managed the nursing Programs(LPN & RN) according to the statues and policies of the Florida Board of Nursing and Commission for Independent Education.
- Interviewed/hired faculty staff.
- Hired and trained new nursing faculty
- Counseled and advised students on a variety of issues
- Prepared students for NCLEX examination
- Submitted names of nursing graduates to the Florida Board of Nursing upon successful completion of nursing program
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new staff.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
Director of Nursing
Dade Medical College
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Managed the nursing Programs(LPN & RN) according to statues and policies of the Florida Board of Nursing and Commission for Independent Education.
- Interviewed/hired faculty staff.
- Completed course syllabi and teaching plans for nursing courses
- Completed classroom/clinical assignments for instructors
- Provided advisement to nursing students.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing faculty staff.
- Evaluated work performance of nursing faculty to determine wage increase.
Nursing Instructor/Lab Coordinator
Broward College
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Deliver lectures and nursing courses in the ASN nursing program to facilitate classroom discussions and learning
- Keep thorough records of students’ scores and attendance
- Provided instructions to students in lab and various acute care settings
- Maintained
- Provided nursing skill demonstrations in a lab setting
- Observe and mentor students in the clinical settings
Clinical Manager/ARNP
Nurse Response
01.1998 - 01.2007
- Oversaw overall operation of nursing services and nursing call center.
- Triaged pediatric, adults and obstetric patients via phone calls with concerns.
- Documented of patients incoming calls and advice given to patients in computerized database.
- Created work schedules for 15 employees and oversaw functioning of nursing triage services.
- Conducted ongoing quality review program and assisted with hiring/training of new nurses
- Communicated effectively with staff members, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Regularly evaluated employee performance and provided feedback.
Registered Nurse
Jackson Hospital
01.1993 - 01.1998
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Accurately documented patient medical history and medication lists and documentation of patients’ status, medications and procedures
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Education
Doctor of Ministry -
Newburgh Theological Seminary
2011
Master of Science - Nursing
Florida International University
1998
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Florida International University
1992
Skills
- Academic experience in teaching nursing students in classroom, labs, clinical and settings and online
- Expertise in subject matter with excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills to use technology as a teaching and learning tool
Professional Skills
- Evidence of effective communication, critical thinking and problem solving skills
- Nursing clinical experience in or more of the following clinical areas: Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Medical Surgical nursing, and Mental health nursing
- Knowledgeable and experienced in implementing a variety of teaching strategies and activities to enhance students’ learning
- Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure
Timeline
APRN
Medical Doctors House Calls
01.2014 - 01.2015
Nursing Instructor/Lab Coordinator
Brown Mackie College
01.2013 - 01.2017
Director of Nursing
Burnett International College
01.2011 - 01.2013
Director of Nursing
Dade Medical College
01.2010 - 01.2011
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
Miami Dade College/Benjamin Leon School of Nursing
01.2005 - Current
Nursing Instructor/Lab Coordinator
Broward College
01.2005 - 01.2009
Clinical Manager/ARNP
Nurse Response
01.1998 - 01.2007
Registered Nurse
Jackson Hospital
01.1993 - 01.1998
Faculty/BSN online Program
Norcross Institute of Allied Health
Doctor of Ministry -
Newburgh Theological Seminary
Master of Science - Nursing
Florida International University
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Florida International University
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