Rahzia Z. Johnson
4550 38th Ave SW, Apt 106, Seattle,WA
Summary
Highly dedicated LPN student and Nurse Technician at Swedish First Hill’s 11SW Gynecologic Oncology department with a strong foundation in direct patient care. Currently seeking to further develop my clinical skills and provide quality and evidence based health care in a dynamic and inclusive healthcare environment through a nurse residency program directly following upcoming graduation and licensure.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Technician
Swedish Hospital First Hill Gynecologic Oncology
Seattle, WA
09.2024 - Current
- Support the gynecologic oncology RN's by providing direct care to patients, including vital sign monitoring, administering medications, following pre and post operative care protocols, and assisting with daily activities as well as contributing to the patient care plan.
- Aid in educating patients about treatment procedures, medications, and lifestyle adjustments, ensuring they understand their care plan and feel supported.
- Ensuring a sterile and safe environment while adhering to precautions and patient comfort.
- Accurately document patient information, assessments, treatments, and progress in EPIC EHR, ensuring compliance with WA state and Swedish Providence regulations and standards.
- Observe, interpret and report changes in patients' conditions or symptoms to nursing staff and providers, to provide timely interventions and adjustments to care plans.
- Provide compassionate emotional support to patients and their families, fostering a positive environment during challenging times.
- Work collaboratively with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals using evidence based practice to ensure cohesive and coordinated patient care is provided.
Nurse Technician
Renew Wellness Center
Bellevue, WA
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Assisted the ARNP and RN with initial assessments of patients' health and aesthetic needs, including medical history, skin conditions, and wellness goals for consultation.
- Administered aesthetic treatments such as chemical peels, Exion Microneedling, semaglutide injections, Emsella body contouring, Emsculpt neo muscle stimulation therapy, and laser therapies, while ensuring safety and comfort for the patient.
- Assisted with in clinic aesthetic procedures such as hormone replacement pellet therapy, Botox, and dermal filler injections.
- Aided in providing detailed patient education of procedures and aftercare.
- Followed up with patients progress and outcomes, working closely with the care team to assist in adjusting care plans as necessary to ensure optimal results based on patient progression, complications, and or concerns.
- Maintained accurate inventory of medical supplies and aesthetic products, ensuring all materials are up to date.
Student LPN
Kindred Hospital
Seattle, WA
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted and supported the RN with nursing care tasks throughout student clinicals and preceptorship.
- Accurately performed and documented head to toe and focused patient assessments, as well as monitored and documented I's and O's and vital signs through Protouch EHR under the direct supervision of the RN preceptor.
- Administered routine and PRN medications per provider orders including IV drip, PO, SQ, IM, topical, and IV Push, ensuring that all administration was within parameters and on time.
- Obtained lab cultures and performed checks such as glucometer checks.
- Provided catheter, peri-care, and tracheostomy care and suctioning.
- Interpreted and reported all significant findings and changes as needed to the care team using SBAR formatting such as abnormal lab values, assessment findings, and observed or reported changes in the clients condition.
- Received and implemented orders per facility protocol.
Ophthalmic Technician
Overlake Eyecare PS
Bellevue, WA
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Documented and obtained patient medical histories and chief complaints using EMR during consultations, routine appointments, and in clinic procedures.
- Assessed refractive conditions of patients eyes using ophthalmic instruments and equipment such as the phoropter, auto refractor, retinal scans, trial frames and lenses.
- Sent and managed patient prescriptions to pharmacies, and assisted with obtaining prior authorizations as needed with insurance companies in order to obtain coverage for patients.
- Prepared and administered ocular medications.
- Provided education to patients about prescriptions, tests, procedures, and ocular health maintenance and promotion.
- Assisted Ophthalmologist M.D. with in-clinic procedures.
Student LPN
Lynnwood PARC
Lynnwood, WA
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Monitored and documented patient assessment and vital signs through PointClickCare EHR as well as routine charting.
- Performed head to toe and focused assessments.
- Administered medications routine and PRN including PO, SQ, and IM.
- Performed checks such as glucometer checks.
- Assisted patients with ADL's, PT and OT, and in facility activities.
- Performed dressing changes and wound care checks.
- Gave patient education and built rapport with patients.
Patient Access Representative II
Conifer Health Solutions at CHI Franciscan Virginia Mason
Enumclaw, WA
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Conducted Emergency and Main Admitting department patient registration and discharge for CHI-Virginia Mason's St.Elizabeth Hospital.
- Verified patients' benefits, answered phones, and input data into the EMR EPIC system.
- Conducted and managed patient scheduling, multi-phone lines, and Insurance verification.
- Explained and secured hospital & patient legal forms and scanned Protected Health Information (PHI).
- Scheduled diagnostic procedures.
- Educated patients about patient financial liabilities.
- Secured medical necessity checks/verification in accordance with centers for Medicare & Medicaid services, verified insurance, benefits, coverage & eligibility.
- Updated office procedures and managed workflow.
Education
Practical Nursing Certification -
Edmonds College
Lynnwood, WA12-2024
Associate Degree in Pre-Nursing and Associate Degree in Arts -
Green River Community College
Auburn, WA06.2022
High School Degree -
Kentridge High School
Kent, WA06.2019
Skills
- AHA BLS
- Gynecology Oncology
- Post Operative Care
- Clinical Judgment
- Clinical Documentation
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Therapeutic Communication
- Healthcare Ethics
Languages
Spanish Conversational Proficiency
Timeline
Nurse Technician
Swedish Hospital First Hill Gynecologic Oncology
09.2024 - Current
Nurse Technician
Renew Wellness Center
06.2024 - 09.2024
Student LPN
Kindred Hospital
09.2023 - 05.2024
Ophthalmic Technician
Overlake Eyecare PS
01.2023 - 07.2023
Student LPN
Lynnwood PARC
01.2023 - 06.2023
Patient Access Representative II
Conifer Health Solutions at CHI Franciscan Virginia Mason
10.2021 - 01.2023
Practical Nursing Certification -
Edmonds College
Associate Degree in Pre-Nursing and Associate Degree in Arts -
Green River Community College
High School Degree -
Kentridge High School
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