Lena Johnson
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Registered Nurse with over 10 years of experience in delivering comprehensive patient care. Advanced skill working with diverse patient populations. Demonstrated ability to foster relationships and coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Patient Care Manager
UHG/LHC Home Health
11.2025 - Current
- Led quality improvement initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency in service delivery.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering skill development and clinical excellence.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care plans.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations of the department, ensuring seamless coordination between all members of the care team.
RN Clinical Case Manager
LHC Group
10.2024 - 11.2025
- Oasis Proficient, Medication Management, Implementation of clinical interventions and evaluation of outcomes, Discharge Planning.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and home care practices.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient needs, adjusting care plans as necessary for improved results.
- Monitored patient vital signs, assessing conditions to inform treatment and intervention strategies.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and ensuring compliance with best practices in care delivery.
Registered Nurse Field Case Manager (Contract)
Supplemental Health Care
02.2023 - 12.2023
- Oasis Proficient, Medication Management, Implementation of clinical interventions and evaluation of outcomes, Discharge Planning.
- Managed a caseload of diverse patients with various diagnoses while maintaining accurate documentation in electronic medical records systems.
- Increased patient adherence to treatment plans by providing ongoing education and support.
- Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting care plans as needed to optimize results.
Registered Nurse Field Case Manager
Supplemental Health Care
02.2023 - 12.2023
- Oasis Proficient, Medication Management, Implementation of clinical interventions and evaluation of outcomes, Discharge Planning.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies.
- Conducted thorough assessments to ensure accurate diagnoses and effective interventions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Implemented infection control protocols to enhance patient safety standards.
Registered Nurse
Advanced Home Care
09.2018 - 01.2022
- Home Health Case Manager
Registered Nurse (Oncology)
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Administered chemotherapy, IVIG and blood products.
- Educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment and care in easy-to-understand terminology.
- Emotionally supported patient receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering support.
- Provided patients with information on range of topics, not limited to side effects from chemotherapy and benefits of proper nutrition during treatment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winston Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC12-2016
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- CLIA-waived testing
- Case Management
- ICD-10 Coding
- Patient care planning
- Broad medical terminology knowledge
- Life-sustaining machines
- Colostomy care
- Wound care/NPWT
- Inotropic drips
Timeline
RN Patient Care Manager
UHG/LHC Home Health
11.2025 - Current
RN Clinical Case Manager
LHC Group
10.2024 - 11.2025
Registered Nurse Field Case Manager (Contract)
Supplemental Health Care
02.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse Field Case Manager
Supplemental Health Care
02.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse
Advanced Home Care
09.2018 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse (Oncology)
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
06.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winston Salem State University