Nancy Johnson
APRN PMHNP
Pointblank,TX
Summary
After delivering compassionate care for 29 years as an RN, I have recently gotten a Master of Science in Nursing, as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified. Just as I received APRN PMHNP license in March 2021, an emergency need arose to assume temporary custody of 2-year- old great grandchild. I prioritized being present and caring for a 2-year-old again, before starting this new phase of career. I feel competent and prepared to assist in prescribing and caring for the psychiatric population that continues to grow. I am not quick to judge others and actually chose to move to this field after much experience was gained helping a daughter, and a granddaughter learn to live with mental illness. I enjoy working with people in general and working with clients with co-occurring mental illness and substance use. Recovery seems to be area of greatest strength.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
The Harris Center For Mental Health And IDD
Houston, TX
11.2016 - Current
- 2014 - 2019 was Lead Nurse at Dual Diagnosis Residential Program which included managing 11 nurses and 33 psychiatric technicians to care for 120 clients. Transitioned to float RN at end of 2019 to finish clinical rotation due to Covid-19 restrictions. Transferred to Neuro Psychiatric Center in 2021 to full-time position with insurance benefits while waiting to take PMHNP test and obtain licensure.
- Attended all client telemedicine sessions to assure accurate communication and order implementation.
- Led substance recovery groups.
- Performed initial RN patient assessments and implemented effective discharge planning with treatment team.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Intracare Hospital
Houston, TX
09.2014 - 11.2016
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Was Nursing Supervisor from 2015-2016 and managed staffing ratios for hospital. Responded to all emergencies and client/staff needs.
Registered Nurse
Huntsville Memorial Hospital
Huntsville, TX
02.2000 - 08.2014
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Started in ICU, worked as charge nurse on medical floor for 5 years and then as ER nurse for 1 year and lastly was hospital Nurse Supervisor for 2 years. Also placed PICC lines as needed throughout hospital.
Registered Nurse
Avalon Place Nursing Home
Madisonville, TX
08.1997 - 02.2000
- Managed care from admission to discharge of 50 patients.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Registered Nurse
Green Acres Nursing Home
Huntsville, TX
04.1997 - 04.1998
- Managed care from admission to discharge for 50 patients.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Registered Nurse
CharDonnay Dialysis Inc.
Huntsville, TX
02.1996 - 04.1997
- This company was inside Estelle maximum security prison, caring for 50-60 dialysis patients daily.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Registered Nurse
Home Health Care Network
Houston, TX
02.1995 - 01.1996
- This was a start up Home Health Agency, initially I was only nurse. This company grew quickly.
- Managed care from admission to discharge of patients throughout Houston area.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Registered Nurse
Ben Taub General Hospital
Houston, TX
05.1992 - 02.1995
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action..
- I was trained in Ben Taub three month Critical Care Internship before assuming position in SICU. Was able to float to ER, PACU, NICU, MICU and Wound Care units.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas Health Science Center Houston
Houston, TX12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Health Science Center Houston
Houston, TX03.1992
Skills
- Patient Care Assessment
- Treatment Recommendations
- Prescription Drug Recommendations
- Alternative Treatments
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Therapy and Counseling
- Diagnostic Test Evaluations
- Test Interpretations
- Diagnostic Test Ordering
- Accurate Documentation
- Care Coordination
License
License can be verified on Texas Board of Nursing website.
Certification
APRN license #1032993 - ANCC Board certified PMHNP
RN License #581469 - current no stipulations
BLS current - American Red Cross
Previous certifications include: ACLS, TNCC, CCRN
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
The Harris Center For Mental Health And IDD
11.2016 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Intracare Hospital
09.2014 - 11.2016
Registered Nurse
Huntsville Memorial Hospital
02.2000 - 08.2014
Registered Nurse
Avalon Place Nursing Home
08.1997 - 02.2000
Registered Nurse
Green Acres Nursing Home
04.1997 - 04.1998
Registered Nurse
CharDonnay Dialysis Inc.
02.1996 - 04.1997
Registered Nurse
Home Health Care Network
02.1995 - 01.1996
Registered Nurse
Ben Taub General Hospital
05.1992 - 02.1995
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas Health Science Center Houston
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Health Science Center Houston
APRN license #1032993 - AACN Board certified PMHNP
RN License #581469 - current no stipulations
BLS current - American Red Cross
Previous certifications include: ACLS, TNCC, CCRN
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