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Nikia Johnson

Nikia Johnson

Richmond,Virginia

Summary

Experienced caregiver who is knowledgeable about safe patient ambulation, personal grooming assistance and housekeeping. Remains current on relevant medical conditions and working with qualified healthcare staff to maximize care. Devoted to patient physical comfort and emotional support.


Forward-thinking professional offering excellent communication, writing and legal research skills. Background working as a legal intern.


Devoted to serving women and underserved communities through direct care, research, and social justice.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Intern

Law Office Of Pamela Y Hampton
05.2018 - Current
  • Helped organize legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
  • Gained valuable insight about laws and policies associated with juvenile defense law.
  • Used case management system to maintain and input client data.
  • Assisted attorney with file updates in preparation for court.
  • Maintained client confidentiality.

Summer Research Scholar

Eastern Virginia Medical School
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Entered and analyzed the pre and post assessment data collected from Norfolk Public School students who participated in the first district-wide Get Real- Sexual Education curriculum implementation.
  • Delivered Get Real- Sexual Education sessions to middle school students
  • Used experience and knowledge attained to identify intervention strategies that will improve comprehensive sex education service delivery with the goal of reducing teen pregnancy/STI rates in the City of Norfolk
  • Developed analytical skills by utilizing statistical software for data analysis and interpretation.
  • Enhanced research quality by conducting thorough literature reviews and compiling relevant data.

Sales Associate

Bath And Body Works
05.2022 - 12.2023
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Enhanced product presentation and promotional material displays, working alongside retail representatives.
  • Processed product returns and assisted customers with other selections.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.

Summer Research Scholar

Eastern Virginia Medical
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Conducted research about disparities surrounding six week postpartum visit attendance and it's impact on maternal health outcomes.
  • Recorded and analyzed data with a high degree of accuracy.

Policy Intern

Foundation For Black Women's Wellness
08.2022 - 12.2022


  • Identified and researched trends in Wisconsin policies, specifically related to Black maternal health
  • Advanced organization's legislative and political agenda through advocacy initiatives

Hospital Volunteer- Maternity Unit

Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Supplied care instructions and educational materials to inform postpartum patients of care plan and next steps.
  • Assessed patient room and care environment to optimize patient comfort by keeping areas free of clutter.
  • Developed strong communication skills to convey messages to patients
  • Reported patient requests, concerns and other observations to staff.


Caregiver

Catherine Spratley
06.2019 - 03.2022
  • Administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Documented resident's mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Changed dressings, bandages and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, did laundry and completed grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Engaged patient in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Conferred with family to discuss patient condition and medical care.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to family.

HBCU Grassroots Fellow

Chesapeake Climate Action Network
09.2021 - 01.2022

- Developed and executed plans with the intent of fighting climate injustice and holding major cooperations accountable

- Attended hearings and workshops to address rule-making decisions or implementation steps

- Discovered areas to create innovation around advocacy, engagement and coalition building

- Prepared study reports, memoranda, briefs or other written materials to inform government or groups on environmental issues

- Identified weaknesses in advocacy programs and developed strategies and tactics to overcome challenges and obstacles.

- Presented articles and research findings at public events and seminars to drive awareness of climate change

Old Navy Brand Associate

Gap Inc.
05.2019 - 12.2021
  • Rang up customers by processing cash and credit payments to complete sales transactions on average each.
  • Communicated product value, quality and style to educate and entice potential customers.
  • Organized and stocked merchandise to keep necessary levels for sales demand.
  • Handled calls to address customer inquiries and concerns.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

Howard University
Washington, DC
05.2024

Skills

  • Electronic Filing System Organization
  • Filing
  • SPSS Trained
  • Legal Documentation
  • First Aid and Safety
  • Care Plan Assessment
  • Medication Administration
  • Medical Research
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Time Management
  • Certified Get Real Sexual Health Educator

Timeline

Summer Research Scholar

Eastern Virginia Medical School
05.2024 - 08.2024

Summer Research Scholar

Eastern Virginia Medical
05.2023 - 08.2023

Policy Intern

Foundation For Black Women's Wellness
08.2022 - 12.2022

Sales Associate

Bath And Body Works
05.2022 - 12.2023

Hospital Volunteer- Maternity Unit

Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center
05.2022 - 08.2022

HBCU Grassroots Fellow

Chesapeake Climate Action Network
09.2021 - 01.2022

Caregiver

Catherine Spratley
06.2019 - 03.2022

Old Navy Brand Associate

Gap Inc.
05.2019 - 12.2021

Legal Intern

Law Office Of Pamela Y Hampton
05.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

Howard University
Nikia Johnson