Wanda Johnson
Martinsville,VA
Summary
Fully credentialed License Practical Nurse/RN with 12 years of experience providing compassionate loving care. Looking for a position to demonstrate skills and knowledge. Maintain a strong reputation for achieving high levels of patient satisfaction. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem -solving skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Stanleytown Health and Rehab
Martinsville, VA
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
Charge Nurse
UNC Healthcare and Rehab
Eden, NC
11.2011 - 06.2023
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Supervised licensed practical nurses and certified nursing assistants.
- Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
CNA/Charge Nurse
Chatham Health and Rehab Center
Chatham, VA
06.2010 - 02.2012
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
CNA
Blue Ridge Rehab Center
Martinsville, VA
08.2001 - 05.2009
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Danville Community College
Danville, VA12-2024
License Practical Nursing -
Patrick Henry Community College
Martinsville, VA05-2009
Nursing Assistant - Geriatric Nursing
Bradford-Union Vocational Technical Center
Starke, FL05-2001
Skills
- Medication administration
- Treatment of wound care
- Physical examinations
- Acute & rehabilitative care
- Medical terminology
- IV drug therapy
- Sterilization techniques
- Colostomy care
- Specimen collection
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Medical clinical procedures
- Trach knowledge
- Foley catheter insertion
- Lab draws
Affiliations
- Riding bikes with grands
- Gardening
- Walking the dogs
Certification
- License Practical Nurse Multi-State Privilege 2011 License number (0002084303)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2016 to present
- Associates Degree Nursing, Anticipated date 12/19/24
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Stanleytown Health and Rehab
07.2023 - 05.2024
Charge Nurse
UNC Healthcare and Rehab
11.2011 - 06.2023
CNA/Charge Nurse
Chatham Health and Rehab Center
06.2010 - 02.2012
CNA
Blue Ridge Rehab Center
08.2001 - 05.2009
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Danville Community College
License Practical Nursing -
Patrick Henry Community College
Nursing Assistant - Geriatric Nursing
Bradford-Union Vocational Technical Center