TRACEY JOHNSON-SMITH, RN
Summary
Patient-centered Registered Nurse with extensive experience in healthcare settings Level 1 Trauma. Case Manager, Care Coordinator, Adult Acute care, Adept at leading patient care initiatives as a Nurse Preceptor, Educator, Discharge planner, Chronic Care Manager, Charge Nurse.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE RESERVIST PRN
National Emergency Management / Firstday Foundation
04.2025 - Current
- Delivered emergency and disaster response nursing care during rapid deployment missions, ensuring timely and effective treatment.
- Assessed and stabilized patients in crisis situations, coordinating with emergency response teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Provided emergency care to patients in high-stress environments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams during disaster response operations.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for diverse patient populations.
Clinical Nurse Supervisor PRN Staff Clinical Nurse Level III, Adult AcuteCare
Atrium Healthcare System
06.2003 - Current
- Delivered patient-centered care across medical telemetry, oncology, postpartum, psychiatric units, hospice and palliative care, home health care, Tucker Hospice House, and outpatient ambulatory clinics.
- Participated in in-house travel team, providing nursing coverage across diverse specialties in Level 1 Trauma Center, including outpatient clinic infusions.
CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE RN CASE MANAGER (REMOTE)
Renalogic Incorporation
11.2018 - 08.2021
- Renalogic Incorporation Delivered telephonic management and education for patients with CKD and comorbid conditions.
- Managed patient care plans for diverse populations and complex cases.
- Coordinated services among healthcare providers for optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and resources.
TELEPHONIC KIDNEY CARE MANAGER (REMOTE)
Fresenius Medical Care Inc.
06.2018 - 11.2018
- Supported Medicare and commercial patients in effectively managing kidney disease progression.
- Coordinated patient care plans to ensure comprehensive treatment and support.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care strategies as needed.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and self-management techniques.
NURSE CASE MANAGER (REMOTE)
Humana Inc.
02.2016 - 04.2018
- Coordinated complex care for Medicare members, emphasizing chronic disease prevention strategies.
- Managed patient care plans and coordinated services for diverse populations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive treatment approaches.
- Conducted assessments to identify patient needs and recommended appropriate interventions.
NURSE CARE COORDINATOR
NaviHealth Inc.
01.2015 - 02.2016
- Conducted functional assessments, utilization reviews, and high-risk referrals.
- Extended authorizations for continued stays, based on Medicare guidelines.
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
- Managed transitions of care to ensure continuity and compliance with treatment protocols.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding health management strategies.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING (BSN)
Winston-Salem State University
01-2009
ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE - NURSING (ADN)
Milwaukee Area Technical College
01-1999
Skills
- Case management
- Care management
- Care coordination
- Hospice and palliative care
- Home care services
- Respite care
- Utilization Review
- Telehealth
- Remote Patient Monitoring
- Telephonic management
- Remote management
- Medicare
- Commercial Case Management
- Regulatory compliance
- Quality Assurance
- Patient assessment
- Patient education
- Patient Advocate
- Team Leadership
- Team collaboration
- Precepting
- HIPAA
Certification
- Registered Nurse Compact Licensure: NC, CA, NY, MN, MI, MA, WA, CT, OR, HI, NV, IL
- Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- NIHSS (Stroke Certification)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- FEMA Courses: 100, 200, 700, 800
References
Available upon request
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE RESERVIST PRN
National Emergency Management / Firstday Foundation
04.2025 - Current
CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE RN CASE MANAGER (REMOTE)
Renalogic Incorporation
11.2018 - 08.2021
TELEPHONIC KIDNEY CARE MANAGER (REMOTE)
Fresenius Medical Care Inc.
06.2018 - 11.2018
NURSE CASE MANAGER (REMOTE)
Humana Inc.
02.2016 - 04.2018
NURSE CARE COORDINATOR
NaviHealth Inc.
01.2015 - 02.2016
Clinical Nurse Supervisor PRN Staff Clinical Nurse Level III, Adult AcuteCare
Atrium Healthcare System
06.2003 - Current
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING (BSN)
Winston-Salem State University
ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE - NURSING (ADN)
Milwaukee Area Technical College