TENISHA JOHNSON
Houston,United States
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. Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Patient-oriented Nurse with years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with psychiatric specialty. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Kingwood Pines Hospital
04.2024
- Treatment for Severe depression and mood swings, Aggressive and violent behavior, Significant self harm, Obsessive compulsive disorder, Anxiety disorder, Bipolar disorder and other personality disorders, Individual therapy, Family and group counseling sessions, Therapeutic recreation, Multi-family group therapy, Parent education and support group, Addiction education, Acute detoxification, Chemical dependency inpatient rehabilitation
Registered Nurse
Texas Children’s Hospital
04.2022
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary team in the delivery of patient care, Provides professional nursing care to patients, conducts nursing assessments, assists with exams and treatment, patient education, and maintenance of medical records, Delivers safe and appropriate care to patients, according to the nursing skills inventory and the age and needs of the patient/population served, Coordinates the planning for the delivery of nursing care with an interdisciplinary team and administers appropriate clinical decisions in the delivery of patient care, Collaborates with, directs, and may delegate to the healthcare team in the attainment of positive outcomes based on data, research, evidence, and professional standards of care, Coordinates treatment plans; develops/implements discharge and/or transfer plans, Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement and desired client-centered outcomes, Considers the diverse needs of each patient through the entire continuum of care, providing and ensuring the highest level of service according to established service standards, optimizing the patient experience, Adheres to all regulatory and Texas Board of Nursing standards, Ensures safe care to patients staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards, being a good steward of resources, including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service, Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; may serve as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff, Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences
Community Support Specialist/Case Investigator
Public Consulting Group
10.2021
- Work with the team to address the support needs of those who are contacts, especially those who are under Isolation or Quarantine
- This will include working with Local Health Departments and support agencies to address housing, food, mental health, testing, medical needs and other needs.
Contact Tracing
Public Consulting Group
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Patient outreach and education: educated cases and contacts about isolation and quarantine
- This includes hygiene in the home setting and advice on resources and supports for individuals of varying ages and health conditions.
Engineer
United States Navy
04.2009 - 02.2019
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills: ENGINEER, SEXUAL ASSAULT REPRESENTATIVE, CRISIS INTERVENTION COORDINATOR, STRETCHER BEARER MEDICAL TEAM LEAD, CASUALTY CONTROL TEAM, HAZMAT COORDINATOR, MWR PRESIDENT, MWR TREASURE, COMMAND SAFETY OFFICER, OIL KING, 3 NAVY ACCOMODATION MEDALS, TRAINING SUPERVISOR, BOAT SHOP SUPERVISOR, TRAINING RECORDS DEPARTMENT, TRAINING SAILORS ON DIESEL ENGINES (MAINTENANCE AND UPKEEP) AND COMMAND SAFETY TO INCREASE MISSION READINESS
- CURRENTLY HAS A SECRET CLEARANCE
Certified Nurse Aid
Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation-East Houston
12.2007 - 04.2009
- Responsible for the in Assistance of Daily Living Skills for the Residents of this facility
Life Guard/ Swim Instructor
Wendel D. Ley YMCA
11.1998 - 12.2008
- Maintaining Vigilance in facility as well as swimming area, teaching swimming lessons from child to adult
- Worked here until I went to college and off and on in my returns to Houston
Distribution Center Associate
GRAINGER
03.2006 - 08.2007
- THIS PLACE IS PERMANENTLY CLOSED: STORE MATERIALS/FORKLIFT/SHIPPING
Psychiatric Technician
Mayhill Hospital
06.2005 - 03.2007
- Responsible for vitals, upkeep, and organizing activities for psychiatric patients
Direct Support Professional
Denton State School
08.2003 - 10.2005
- The Active Treatment Coordinator performs moderately complex human services support work to include but not limited to: Organizing and coordinating leisure activities for individuals served which is age appropriate, based on their individualized interests, and is meaningful in reaching their goals
- Monitoring that individual’s served are provided with a variety of quality leisure opportunities on campus, as well as in the local community settings
- Providing information to individuals served and responsible staff, regarding activities being offered on and off campus
- Following-up with individuals served and staff to verify quality of activities and services and assist with adjusting activities and services to better meet the individuals needs and preference
- Preparing and providing feedback reports to the Active Treatment Coordinator Supervisor regarding the on-going monitoring of activities and services offered
- Working closely with the Active Treatment Coordinator Supervisor and Recreation Program Manager
- Maintaining inventory and ordering recreational supplies on each home in their respective unit assigned
- Developing initiative and imaginative ideas to insure individuals are engaged in meaningful and functional activities
- Monitoring scheduled activities to ensure quality delivery of active treatment services.
Education
Some College Coursework Completed Major: NURSING/BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
TEXAS WOMANS UNIVERSITY
Denton, TXSome College Coursework Completed Major: NURSING -
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE EUROPE
College Park, MDMajor: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
TEXAS WOMANS UNIVERSITY
Houston, TX05.2026
Bachelors Degree in Nursing - Nursing
TROCAIRE COLLEGE
Buffalo, NY2021
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Monitoring
- Care Planning
- Patient Management
- Care Plan Development
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Physical assessments
- Family Education
- Licensed RN
- Patient Evaluation
- Nursing staff leadership
- Medication Distribution
- Patient Discharge
- Team Coordination
- Lab result interpretation
- Emergency Response
- Intake and discharge
- Vaccine administration
- Chart updating
- Diabetes management
- Emotional Intelligence
- Health screening
- Acute care expertise
- Case Management
- Appointment Scheduling
- At-risk patient care
- Family advocacy
- Seizure Management
- Managing deadlines
- Mental Health Nursing
- Preventive health
Affiliations
- MAKE A WISH - VOLUNTEER
- WNY HEROES – VOLUNTEER
- Oncology Nursing Society
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Kingwood Pines Hospital
04.2024
Registered Nurse
Texas Children’s Hospital
04.2022
Community Support Specialist/Case Investigator
Public Consulting Group
10.2021
Contact Tracing
Public Consulting Group
02.2021 - 06.2021
Engineer
United States Navy
04.2009 - 02.2019
Certified Nurse Aid
Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation-East Houston
12.2007 - 04.2009
Distribution Center Associate
GRAINGER
03.2006 - 08.2007
Psychiatric Technician
Mayhill Hospital
06.2005 - 03.2007
Direct Support Professional
Denton State School
08.2003 - 10.2005
Life Guard/ Swim Instructor
Wendel D. Ley YMCA
11.1998 - 12.2008
Some College Coursework Completed Major: NURSING/BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
TEXAS WOMANS UNIVERSITY
Some College Coursework Completed Major: NURSING -
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE EUROPE
Major: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
TEXAS WOMANS UNIVERSITY
Bachelors Degree in Nursing - Nursing
TROCAIRE COLLEGE
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