Shamieka Johnson
Cibolo,TX
Summary
Hardworking, energetic and compassionate LVN with 7 years of experience. Cared for patients ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics in a variety of settings. Consistently earn praise from patients, family members, and supervising directors for providing outstanding nursing care. Eager to secure a new nursing position to positively touch many lives in this world in a loving and tremendous way!
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse Case Manager
JonSan Home Health
San Antonio, Texas
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques related to their diagnosis or treatment regimen.
- Administered medications according to physician orders and monitored patient reactions.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse rate, respirations, and blood pressure.
- Coordinated healthcare services between physicians, specialists, and other health professionals to ensure continuity of care.
- Provided emotional support for families during difficult times.
- Developed discharge plans for patients leaving the facility or transitioning to another level of care.
- Initiated contact with family members or guardians regarding patient's condition and treatment plan updates.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes needed to improve their overall health outcomes.
- Assessed patient medical histories and physical conditions to develop individualized care plans.
- Identified potential problems early on which allowed prompt interventions when necessary.
- Educated families about disease processes and available resources within the community that could help them cope better with the situation at hand.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Set up staff schedules and assigned specific work based on department needs and individual strengths.
- Directed medication administration and oversaw patient care.
Addiction Treatment LVN
Evoke Wellness
San Marcos, Texas
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Assisted in the admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
- Provided direct patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications and treatments.
- Performed routine diagnostic tests such as BAC testing and Urinalysis.
- Monitored patient progress, reported changes to physician and provided education to families regarding medical conditions.
- Maintained accurate medical records for each patient utilizing electronic health record systems.
- Assessed patient needs for additional services such as social work or home health aides.
- Conducted physical assessments of patients on a regular basis.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers including physicians, nurses and specialists in order to coordinate optimal patient care plans.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques such as medication administration, nutrition management and disease prevention strategies.
- Ensured compliance with all state laws governing nursing practice standards.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Responded quickly to life threatening situations using appropriate interventions based on established protocols.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan treatment goals accordingly.
- Ordered lab tests or imaging studies according to physician orders while ensuring accuracy of documentation in the medical record system.
- Identified potential problems that could impact the quality of care delivered to patients including issues related to staffing or equipment shortages and deficiencies.
- Served as an advocate for individualized patient care by coordinating resources within facility limits while promoting cost effective solutions whenever possible.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
Pediatric Psychiatric Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Seguin, TX
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Provided direct care to pediatric psychiatric patients ages 5-17 years old in an acute crisis respite setting.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized treatment plans accordingly.
- Administered medication, monitored effectiveness, and adjusted dosages as needed.
- Initiated crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate potentially dangerous situations.
- Conducted group therapy sessions for patients with various mental health issues.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, treatments, medications, and any changes in condition.
- Educated patients on self-care strategies such as stress management techniques and lifestyle modifications.
- Facilitated family meetings to promote understanding of the patient's diagnosis and treatment plan.
- Developed discharge plans that included referrals for community services such as housing or job training programs.
- Organized recreational activities to provide therapeutic outlets for patients' emotional expression.
- Provided emotional support to patients who were struggling with personal issues or traumatic events.
- Observed behavior of patients to assess their mental state and identify potential risks or safety concerns.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss ongoing cases and review relevant data points.
- Assisted with admission paperwork including gathering medical histories from new patients.
- Implemented safety protocols such as suicide prevention measures when necessary.
- Responded promptly and professionally to emergency situations involving psychiatric patients.
- Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of patient information.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Abundant Staffing Agency
San Antonio , TX
05.2019 - 05.2024
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information
- Monitored infection control procedures to ensure facility-wide health and safety
- Charted resident responses, progress to approaches used and reported abnormal signs and symptoms to medical care professionals on staff
- Evaluated health education needs of patients and provided necessary training and instruction
- Provided caring companionship to elderly and developmentally disabled patients
LVN Travel Nurse
Kare
, TX
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Traveled to different cities to provide COVID-19 nursing care in various healthcare settings.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
LVN
Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital LTAC
San Antonio, TX
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Care for patients who have traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, Multi-system organ failure, Chronic/Acute respiratory failure, Non-healing wounds and infectious diseases.
LVN Charge Nurse
Autumn Winds
Schertz, TX
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Charge Nurse over a 45 bed COVID-19 Unit where multiple CNA's and med aids were under my direction.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare specialists to devise, implement, and modify plans of care defining patient outcome goals; communicate with patients and caregivers to drive patient advocacy objectives.
- Delegated and prioritized tasks, streamlining all steps in rapid response situations.
- Educated patients, caregivers, and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
- Advised, coached, and mentored experienced and student nurses, providing guidance and education on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
LVN Charge Nurse
The Heights Of Bulverde
Spring Branch, TX
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Cared for a variety of patient’s including: Dialysis, Hospice, PT/OT/ST rehabilitation
Quality Assurance Nurse
JonSan Home Health
San Antonio, Texas
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Evaluated performance improvement plans designed by medical staff members aimed at increasing compliance with existing standards.
- Educated physicians about current regulatory requirements pertaining to quality assurance measures.
- Investigated complaints from patients or their families regarding perceived lapses in quality of care received.
- Identified areas where improvements could be made in order to increase the overall level of patient satisfaction.
- Provided feedback on performance reviews conducted by supervisors relating to employee competency when it comes to delivering quality care.
- Assessed staffing levels needed for various units within the organization in order to maintain optimal levels of service.
- Performed periodic audits of patient charts to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Analyzed data related to patient outcomes in order to identify trends that may indicate deficiencies in clinical practice or processes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patient care to ensure quality standards were being met.
- Reviewed incident reports generated by nursing personnel concerning potential violations of protocol or procedure.
- Developed and implemented best practices for providing quality care to patients in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Provided guidance, education, and training sessions for nursing staff on quality assurance topics such as infection control, medication management, documentation accuracy.
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings focused on developing strategies for improving the delivery of safe, high-quality care.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient care activities and reported any discrepancies to the supervisor.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wayland Baptist University
Plainview, TX05-2026
Certificate/ Diploma - Vocational Nursing
St. Philip's College
2017
Skills
Patient Care
- COVID-19 Acute care treatment
- COVID-19 Testing
- COVID-19 Post care treatment
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Long term nursing care
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Calm and level-headed under pressure
- Medication and IV administration
- Infection control
- Provide direction for CNA's and Medication aides
- Excellent Communication
- Duty delegation
- Skilled in conducting physical examinations
- Proven Skills in taking Vital Signs
- Dependable
- Reliable transportation
- Able to lift at least 50 pounds
- Care plan management
- Enthusiastic nursing care
- Genuinely compassionate nurse
- Patient Observation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Relationships
- Therapeutic Intervention
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Suicide Prevention
- Medication Administration
- Crisis Management
- Positive Reinforcement
- Dementia Care
- Emergency Response
- Team Collaboration
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Mental Health Assessment
- New Nurse Training
- Intramuscular Injections
- Administering subcutaneous medication
- Injections and Infusions
- Multitasking
- Conflict Resolution
Affiliations
- Received an Honors Award for Outstanding Scholarship in Fall 2014 for maintaining a 4.0 GPA.
- Made the President's List at Wayland Baptist University for Outstanding Scholarship for earning a 4.0 GPA in Spring of 2020.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse Case Manager
JonSan Home Health
04.2025 - 06.2025
Quality Assurance Nurse
JonSan Home Health
04.2025 - 06.2025
Addiction Treatment LVN
Evoke Wellness
09.2024 - 11.2024
Pediatric Psychiatric Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
12.2023 - 03.2024
LVN Travel Nurse
Kare
01.2021 - 03.2023
LVN
Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital LTAC
08.2020 - 02.2021
LVN Charge Nurse
Autumn Winds
01.2020 - 08.2020
LVN Charge Nurse
The Heights Of Bulverde
09.2019 - 01.2020
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Abundant Staffing Agency
05.2019 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wayland Baptist University
Certificate/ Diploma - Vocational Nursing
St. Philip's College