Soni Johnson
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, BSN
UVA Health
08.2023 - Current
- Served as charge nurse on rotating shifts, supervising a team of 6-12 nurses and support staff on Med-Surg/Tele and Oncology unit. Coordinated patient assignments, admissions, discharges, and unit flow to ensure safe staffing and quality care. Acted as the primary resource and mentor for staff nurses, providing guidance on clinical decision-making. Collaborated with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and administration to address patient care needs and unit operations. Responded to rapid response and code blue situations, delegating tasks and ensuring timely interventions. Led shift huddles.
- Delivered high-quality patient care through effective assessment and monitoring of health conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
LPN, Travel Nurse
Beyond Medical Staffing
06.2019 - 07.2023
- Completed multiple travel assignments across long-term care, assisted living living, home health, and skilled nursing facilities. Provided comprehensive care for geriatric and chronically ill populations, including medication administration, wound care, IV therapy, and chronic disease management. Adapted quickly to new state regulations, facility protocols, and charting systems (PointClickCare, Epic). Educated patients and families on disease management, medications, and preventive health measures. Supported facilities during staffing shortages by managing high patient ratios while maintaining quality of care. Function as a charge nurse in several assignments, supervising staff. coordinating daily schedules and ensuring regulatory compliance. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams including therapy, social work, and case management to promote safe discharges and continuity of care.
LPN, Private Duty
Maxim Home Health
02.2017 - 07.2019
- Improved patient care by developing comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Enhanced patients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and empathetic private duty nursing services.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, contributing valuable input for holistic patient care for 1 patient
LPN Charge Nurse
Goodwin House Alexandria
02.2017 - 06.2019
- Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care for 20 patients.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN03.2024
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Standard Healthcare Services College of Nursing
Falls Church, VA10.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Virginia School of Nursing
Falls Church, VA03.2011
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Birmingham Green
Manassas, VA01.2006
Skills
- Communication
- Problem solving
- Compassion and empathy
- Critical thinking
- Patient education
- Multitasking
- Clinical judgment
- Great Teamwork
- Basic life support
- Patient care
Certification
ACLS Provider | American Heart Association
BLS Provider | American Heart Association
NIHSS | www.apexinnovations.com
Timeline
RN, BSN
UVA Health
08.2023 - Current
LPN, Travel Nurse
Beyond Medical Staffing
06.2019 - 07.2023
LPN, Private Duty
Maxim Home Health
02.2017 - 07.2019
LPN Charge Nurse
Goodwin House Alexandria
02.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Standard Healthcare Services College of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Virginia School of Nursing
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Birmingham Green
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