Louchelle Johnson
Estill,South Carolina
Summary
Conscientious Adult medicine Nurse offering twenty-six years of experience providing comprehensive care in Primary care ,OB/GYN ,Pediatrics,geriatric care and urgent care settings. Works effectively within healthcare teams to develop care plans and advocate for patients. Adheres diligently to patient privacy protocols and medical charting best practices.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
BJHCHS
Ridgeland, SC
12.2010 - Current
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
NHC Rehabilitation
Bluffton, SC
06.2010 - 12.2010
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Doctors Care Urgent Care
Beaufort, SC
06.2008 - 06.2010
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
Licensed Practical Nurse
All Children's Pediatrics
Beaufort, SC
10.2006 - 06.2008
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Administered medications,immunizations,prepare children for well child check and treatments according to established protocols.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
Licensed Practical Nurse
BJHCHS
Ridgeland, SC
12.1998 - 08.2006
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Harper nursing Center
Estill, SC
01.1996 - 06.1996
- Provided skill nursing care to nursing home patients.
- Administer medications.
- Assess vital signs,glucose levels,collect blood/specimen for lab.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Insert foley catheters and follow up on results.
- Report abnormal finding to doctor or RN supervisors.
- Assist patients with ADL's as needed.
Education
Working Toward An Associate's Degree RN
Technical College of The Lowcountry
Beaufort, SC08-2006
License Practical Nurse
Savannah Technical College
Savannah, GA12-1996
High School Diploma -
Jasper County High School
Ridgeland, SC06-1987
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Wound Care
- Samples collection
- HIPAA Compliance
- Immunization Administration
- Chronic Disease Management
- Mental Health Support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- ADL Assistance
- Staff Supervision
- Pediatric Care
- Patient triaging
- OB/GYN care
Certification
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
- Certifications in AED and CPR
- Ecw trained
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
BJHCHS
12.2010 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
NHC Rehabilitation
06.2010 - 12.2010
Licensed Practical Nurse
Doctors Care Urgent Care
06.2008 - 06.2010
Licensed Practical Nurse
All Children's Pediatrics
10.2006 - 06.2008
Licensed Practical Nurse
BJHCHS
12.1998 - 08.2006
Licensed Practical Nurse
Harper nursing Center
01.1996 - 06.1996
Working Toward An Associate's Degree RN
Technical College of The Lowcountry
License Practical Nurse
Savannah Technical College
High School Diploma -
Jasper County High School
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