Raeshauna Johnson
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Compassionate, empathetic, dedicated and patient-focused Nurse Practitioner with a strong desire to improve patients quality of life and contribute to the growth of a progressive medical practice. Leveraging years of experience in treating critical care patients as well as those with chronic diseases. .
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System Surgical Intensive Care Unit
02.2016 - Current
- Unit Charge Nurse of 15 bed ICU unit, Preceptor
- Assist with bedside procedures such colonoscopies, central venous line placements, and other surgical procedures and set up
- Tele stroke and EICU Facilitator
- Staff schedule committee developing schedule for 25 staff members
- Electronic Medical Record Charting which includes (CPRS, PICIS, Clinical Works, MS Word, Excel Spreadsheet, and EPIC).
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to physicians, verifying interventions met treatment goals
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity and use of invasive and noninvasive hemodynamic monitoring devices.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, end stage renal disease and other conditions.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Contract Field Nurse Practitioner
Advantmed
04.2024 - Current
- Conduct face to face in home wellness risk adjustment assessments to evaluate patient health and identify potential gaps in care.
- Assess patients' health status, including chronic disease management, medication adherence, and lifestyle factors.
- Document findings to support accurate risk adjustment and care management planning.
- Educate patients on preventative health practices and available healthcare resources.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care and promote optimal patient outcomes.
Adult Nurse Practitioner
BL Physicians House Calls
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients transitioning from inpatient to outpatient care, ensuring a smooth continuum of care.
- Provide individualized, patient-centered care in patients' homes, enhancing comfort and accessibility for those with mobility or transportation challenges.
- Develop and implement care plans for patients with complex medical conditions.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including primary care, specialty care, and social services, to optimize patient outcomes.
- Provide patient education on medication management, chronic disease management, and health maintenance.
- Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans, and coordinate follow-up care as necessary.
- Utilize advanced clinical skills and evidence-based practices to enhance patient recovery and reduce readmission rates.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans
- Use of Practice Fusion EMR system
- Face to Face visits within patients home and Telehealth visits approximately 25-40 visits per week
Registered Nurse II
Baptist Health Medical Center of Little Rock Critical Care Units
12.2007 - 02.2016
- Unit Charge Nurse of 15 bed ICU unit
- Care for critically ill, Surgical, Trauma and Stroke patients
- Tele EICu
- Assist with bedside procedures
- Monitor critically ill Ventilated, Nonventilated, trached patients, those that require high oxygenation (COPD, COVID, CHF exacerbation) with the use of strong assessment skills.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Licensed Practical Nurse II
Baptist Health Medical Center of Little Rock Medical Surgical Units
12.2004 - 12.2007
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures along with medication administration.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Patient Care Technician
Baptist Health Medical Center of Little Rock Medical Surgical Units
02.2004 - 12.2004
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Monitor Intake and Output.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
Education
Master's Degree - Adult Gerontology Primary Care
Walden University
02.2023
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
12.2016
Diploma RN -
Baptist Health School of Nursing
12.2007
Diploma LPN -
Baptist Health School of Nursing
12.2004
General Education -
Pulaski Technical College
01.2004
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Eastern College of Health Vocations
Little Rock, AR05.2001
Skills
- 20 years’ experience in medical surgical, intensive care, and patient recovery
- Experience in Tele-ICU and Tele Stroke
- Unit charge nurse that understands the importance of transparency, fairness, and teamwork efforts
- Ability to work with management and upper level leadership members in developing appropriate plans for patient and staff flow as well as quality improvement efforts
- Ability to remain calm and apply critical thinking skills in emergency situations
- Ability to provide adequate optimal care to varied adult patient populations
- Ability to work with interdisciplinary teams to develop appropriate patient care plans
- Efficient in teaching proper procedures and policies to patients, family members, new employees, as well as students
- Dedicated resourceful individual with ability to multitask in a timely manner
- Positive performance reviews, with specific commendation for delivering patient-centered quality care
- Disease prevention strategies
Certification
- ACLS, 11/25/23-11/30/25
- BLS, 12/13/23-12/31/25
Awards
Nominated Arkansas 40 nurse leaders under 40, 2016 Awarded Great 100 Nurses of Arkansas, 2023
References
- Perla Gross RN, Nurse Manager, CAVHS Little Rock, 501-681-2204
- Krystal Royster RN, Co-worker, CAVHS Little Rock, 501-744-9346
- Jyrissa Robinson APRN, Co-worker, CAVHS Little Rock, 501-791-6359
Timeline
Contract Field Nurse Practitioner
Advantmed
04.2024 - Current
Adult Nurse Practitioner
BL Physicians House Calls
03.2024 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse
Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System Surgical Intensive Care Unit
02.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse II
Baptist Health Medical Center of Little Rock Critical Care Units
12.2007 - 02.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse II
Baptist Health Medical Center of Little Rock Medical Surgical Units
12.2004 - 12.2007
Patient Care Technician
Baptist Health Medical Center of Little Rock Medical Surgical Units
02.2004 - 12.2004
Diploma LPN -
Baptist Health School of Nursing
General Education -
Pulaski Technical College
- ACLS, 11/25/23-11/30/25
- BLS, 12/13/23-12/31/25
Master's Degree - Adult Gerontology Primary Care
Walden University
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Diploma RN -
Baptist Health School of Nursing
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Eastern College of Health Vocations
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