Rayna Johnson
Helena,AL
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Children's of Alabama Hospital, excelling in critical care and patient management. Proven ability in health education and collaborative care planning, enhancing patient outcomes through effective clinical decision-making. Recognized for leadership in nursing staff training and implementing infection control measures to ensure safety and quality care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Shelby County School District
10.2023 - Current
- Communicated professionally and effectively with administration, nursing supervisor, faculty, parents and students.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, and educating other staff members to be apart of the MERT and SETT team to provide high-quality patient care for students during emergencies.
- Educated staff members to enable safe delegation for emergency medication i.e. Valtoco, Nayzilam, Epinephrine, Narcan, and VNS.
- Traveled to different schools across shelby county to teach Heartsaver class to employees and students.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with educators to develop individualized health plans for students with chronic conditions.
- Provided first aid and emergency care, maintaining calm and professionalism during critical situations.
- Provide care to student's with disabilities, trach and ventilator care, G-tubes/GJ-tubes medications and feeds, catheterization, behavioral students, and working with student's with complex medical history at Linda Nolen Learning Center.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Educated students on health topics, promoting awareness of hygiene and healthy lifestyles.
- Monitored student health records, ensuring accurate documentation and timely updates.
- Assisted in the coordination of school health events, enhancing community engagement in student wellness programs.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Monitored documentation of registered nurse's in the health room across the county to ensure compliance with the alabama board of education.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Children's of Alabama Hospital
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Monitored patient vital signs and assessed changes in condition to ensure timely interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments according to protocols, enhancing patient recovery efforts.
- Utilized advanced monitoring equipment to track patient status and respond to emergencies effectively.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current on best practices and advancements within the field of critical care nursing.
- Worked with physicians and nursing staff to develop treatment protocols addressing patients' current symptom presentation as well as underlying conditions.
- Supported needs of medically complex patients with skilled nursing care.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations while fostering trust between medical staff and patients'' families.
- Implemented identified treatment plans for patients to maintain stable conditions and achieve reasonable improvements.
- Served as an effective liaison between patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication of relevant information.
- Managed patient flow effectively through timely placements upon admission as well as coordinating smooth transfers and discharges.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Children's of Alabama Hospital
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing evidence-based discharge planning and coordinating follow-up appointments.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Educated patients and family members on disease processes, treatment options, and self-care techniques.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL07-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Birmingham, AL12-2020
Skills
- Health education
- Effective clinical decision-making
- Documentation expertise
- Medication and IV administration
- Infection control measures
- Collaborative care planning
- Patient management
- Emergency response
- Diabetes management
- Care plan development
- High level of autonomy
- Emergency procedures
- Health screening
- Managing deadlines
- Critical care
- Nursing staff leadership
Certification
- HeartSaver Instructor, GoRescue Bracds, Inc - 2025
- Currently working towards obtaining my CPC-A through AAPC-March 2025-September 2025
- BLS certified, 2020-2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Shelby County School District
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Children's of Alabama Hospital
02.2022 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Children's of Alabama Hospital
02.2021 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of West Alabama
Associate of Science - Nursing
Herzing University