Lisa A. Johnson
Pennsauken,NJ
Summary
Knowledgeable Regional Nurse Manager with background in correctional healthcare management, demonstrating the ability to oversee and enhance nursing operations across assigned locations. Successfully led initiatives that improved patient care quality and streamlined nursing processes. Proven track record in team leadership and operational efficiency.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Nurse Manager
Rutgers University Correctional Healthcare
07.2019 - Current
- Ensure regulatory compliance with National Commission on Correctional Healthcare Accreditation across assigned facilities.
- Accountable and responsible for effective, safe and efficient delivery of nursing care within Department of corrections.
- Foster culture of accountability among nursing staff, promoting transparency and open communication.
- Coordinate and facilitate site meetings and staff educational training to provide information and teach skills to employees.
- Reduce nurse turnover rates by creating supportive work environments.
- Evaluate clinical performance of assigned facilities, implementing targeted improvements to enhance patient outcomes.
- Established culture of continuous improvement, fostering collaboration among nursing staff to share best practices.
- Provide supervision of Department Nurse Managers.
- Administratively oversee scheduling of health care personnel to ensure mission and patient care objectives are met.
- Coordinate, direct, organize and evaluate effectiveness of inmate patient care.
- Participate in development or revision of policies and procedures.
- Ensure orientation, development and learning needs of staff, by supporting professional growth.
- Cost- effective use of resources; adequate staffing, control unnecessary overtime, overstaffing or understaffing, use of per diem and temporary staff.
- Promote safe healthcare environment for inmate patients and staff.
- Support goals and core values of University Correctional Healthcare.
Department Nurse Manager
Rutgers University Correctional Healthcare
10.2008 - 07.2019
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decision making.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
Director of Nursing
Correctional Medical Services
09.1997 - 09.2008
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ12-2016
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Rowan College At Gloucester County
Sewell, NJ1996
Timeline
Regional Nurse Manager
Rutgers University Correctional Healthcare
07.2019 - Current
Department Nurse Manager
Rutgers University Correctional Healthcare
10.2008 - 07.2019
Director of Nursing
Correctional Medical Services
09.1997 - 09.2008
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Rowan University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Rowan College At Gloucester County
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