Shawna Johnson RN

• Managed care of patients being treated for substance abuse/addictions from admission to discharge.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.

01/2002-03/2008

Registered Nurse in cardio-pulmonary ICU

• Monitored patients with complex conditions by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.

03/2008-08/2015

Registered Nurse in Pre/Post Anesthesia Care Unit

• Managed care of patient from pre-surgical assessments, admission to pre-op unit, immediate post surgical care, teaching and discharge care.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

08/2015-05/2016

Registered Nurse in Home Health Care

• Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and continued care in the home setting.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.

05/2016-04/2021

Registered Nurse in Cardio/Neuro/Trauma Intensive Care Unit

• Provided care of critically ill patients.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
• Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
• Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.

Staff Nurse in Obstetrics Unit.

• Provided care to patients experiencing pre-term labor, labor and delivery, gynecological procedures, and to normal newborns.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.

Per Diem Registered Nurse in Obstetric Unit

• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.