Samantha Johnson
Mauston,WI
Summary
Dynamic Patient Safety Manager and Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Tomah VA Medical Center. Expert in data collection and analysis, driving performance improvement initiatives, and fostering a culture of safety. Proven ability to advocate for patients while effectively presenting complex information to diverse audiences. Committed to enhancing healthcare quality and compliance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Safety Manager-Registered Nurse
Tomah VA Medical Center
Tomah, USA
10.2024 - Current
- Trained through the National Center for Patient Safety’s (NCPS) Foundations of Patient Safety
- Executes and oversees program activities for Patient Safety Program at local facility, participating in 22 committees to ensure effective voting, reporting, and monitoring.
- Completes performance improvement initiatives using quality strategies to address areas of concern.
- Organized and prepared educational sessions for clinical and non-clinical staff to enhance understanding of patient safety protocols.
- Conducts facility rounding and tracer activity to support Veteran safety and supporting survey readiness as well.
- Effectively present quality and patient safety elements and Both a facility and department level.
- Acts as communication liaison with executive leadership to provide updates on program status, safety concerns, and address high-level issues.
- Functions independently with precise organization to ensure program elements are addressed timely.
School Nurse (Per diem)
Emplify
Hillsboro, Wisconsin
09.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers to enhance student wellness initiatives and promote a healthier school environment.
- Managed student health records and maintained confidentiality standards.
- Provided first aid and emergency care during school events.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student health issues.
- Administered and supervised prescription medication to ensure student compliance and safety.
- Advised parents and guardians on health status to facilitate informed decisions regarding student care.
- Contacted parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted.
Registered Nurse
Tomah VA Medical Center
Tomah, USA
11.2023 - 10.2024
- Coordinated care for complex veterans, achieving prompt service delivery and improved patient satisfaction.
- Managed multidisciplinary care for veterans with comorbidities across various specialties.
- Conducted quality improvement projects, implementing health failure mode effective analysis and anti-choking device to enhance patient safety.
- Performed environment of care inspections, identifying hazards to improve safety for veterans and staff.
- Advocated for event reporting among peers to promote accountability and safety.
- Educated veterans and colleagues on practice standards and available resources within the facility.
- Served as vaccine champion, promoting vaccination education across the facility.
- Facilitated VA Voices initiatives within the education department to enhance veteran engagement.
Administrative Assistant
Tomah VA Medical Center
Tomah, Wisconsin
08.2020 - 11.2023
- Provided comprehensive administrative support to executive team, including scheduling meetings and coordinating calendars.
- Managed daily office operations to support efficient workflow at Tomah VA Medical Center.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline processes and enhance collaboration.
- Assisted in the preparation of reports and documentation for administrative meetings.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Composed correspondence and documentation, facilitating clear communication for management staff.
- Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
- Answered questions from customers regarding products and services offered by the company.
Respiratory Care Coordinator/Case Manager
Tomah Health
Tomah, USA
04.2018 - 08.2020
- Coordinated patient care from admissions through discharge, ensuring seamless transitions and continuity of care.
- Utilized clinical expertise to make daily care decisions across all hospital areas.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to innovate and individualize patient care.
- Facilitated communication among patients, families, and physicians to enhance coordinated care and support patient needs.
- Executed responsibilities independently as sole specialist on shift, day or night.
- Prioritized patient care using sound clinical judgment.
- Performed diagnostic exams, including stress tests, pulmonary function tests, and ECGs.
- Developed and implemented operational policies for respiratory department, improving service delivery and compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Wausau, WI09-2023
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH07-2020
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Western Technical College
La Crosse, WI04-2018
Major - Nursing
Viterbo University
La Crosse, WISkills
- Patient safety initiatives
- Risk assessment
- Data analysis
- Quality improvement
- Compliance monitoring
- Performance improvement
- Data analysis
- Culture of Safety
- Problem identification
- Critical thinking
- Effective presentation
- Problem identification
Certification
- ACLS Certified
- BLS Certified
- Wisconsin Registered Nurse Licensure, 1109229
- Wisconsin Registered Respiratory Care Practitioner, 5172
References
- Nicole Dorn, Transition to Practice Program Manager, Tomah VA, 608-372-3971 ext. 61168, Angela.Pierce@va.gov
- Angela Pierce, Former Performance Improvement Director, Tomah VA, 608-372-3971 ext. 61168, Angela.Pierce@va.gov
Timeline
School Nurse (Per diem)
Emplify
09.2025 - Current
Patient Safety Manager-Registered Nurse
Tomah VA Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Tomah VA Medical Center
11.2023 - 10.2024
Administrative Assistant
Tomah VA Medical Center
08.2020 - 11.2023
Respiratory Care Coordinator/Case Manager
Tomah Health
04.2018 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Western Technical College
Major - Nursing
Viterbo University