Sarah Johnson

Longview,TX

Summary

Experienced Registered Nurse with 7 years of clinical experience ranging from med-surg to oncology to an IV Nurse Specialist. Known to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a variety of health care settings in both the US and UK. Completed an RN refresher course with both clinical and didactic elements in January 2026 after a family focused career break.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, IV Clinical Nurse Specialist

County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Durham, England, UK

03.2009 - 12.2011

Managed a caseload of patients requiring intravenous access and treatment.
Facilitated ultrasound-guided placement of peripheral vascular access devices to support acute care and long-term IV therapy for patients transitioning home.
Facilitated intravenous training sessions to enhance staff competency and patient care standards.
Monitored compliance of intravenous practice with Trust policy.
Review vascular access practice in clinical areas ensuring that this complied with Trust guidelines.
Collaborated with IV team to review and enhance policies and procedures for vascular devices.

Oncology Staff Registered Nurse

Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center

Portland, OR

07.2007 - 08.2009

Rapid Assessment & Intervention - Performed comprehensive physical assessments for high-acuity patients, managing acute symptom changes and preventing adverse reactions.
IV Access & Medication Management - Proficiently accessed and maintained PICCs and ports for rapid IV administration, ensuring accurate medication and fluid delivery.
Pre/Post-Operative Care - Provided detailed pre-operative education and post-procedural recovery, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team for optimal patient outcomes.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.

Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse

Legacy Emanuel Medical Center

Portland, OR

07.2005 - 07.2007

Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring adherence to protocols.
Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, enhancing understanding of health management.
Managed multiple patients in high-acuity settings, prioritizing tasks effectively under pressure.
Utilized telemetry equipment to conduct detailed patient assessments, monitoring vital signs and recognizing critical condition changes for timely intervention.

RN, Medical-Surgical

University of Washington Medical Center

Seattle, WA

11.2004 - 04.2005

Administered medications and monitored patient responses in fast-paced medical-surgical unit.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans for diverse patient populations.
Assisted in wound care management, ensuring adherence to infection control protocols and best practices.
Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, enhancing understanding of treatment plans and recovery processes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Seattle Pacific University