Willamena Johnson
Tampa,FL
Summary
Nursing leader with extensive experience in policy development and team leadership at Ybor City Center for Rehabilitation and Healing. Achievements include enhanced patient outcomes through effective critical thinking and collaboration. Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) with a strong focus on infection prevention and quality care standards. Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local guidelines, alongside proven communication skills that foster team engagement and productivity.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Ybor City Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
Tampa, FL
09.2005 - 05.2025
- Provided strategic leadership for clinical operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and quality standards.
- Mentored clinical teams to enhance performance and deliver exceptional patient care.
- Hired and onboarded new nursing staff to strengthen team capabilities.
- Supervised, trained, and evaluated nursing personnel to maintain high standards of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement best practices and improve patient outcomes.
- Utilized electronic medical record (EMR) system to ensure data accuracy and enhance operational efficiency.
- Participated in management meetings to address resident status and concerns.
- Maintained department budgets, ensuring accurate expense tracking.
Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor
Ybor City Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
Tampa, FL
06.1990 - 09.2005
- Wound Care Nurse (Wound vacs)
- Restorative Nursing Director
- Care Plan Coordinator
- Admissions Nurse
- Floor Nurse (IVs, ostomies, indwelling catheters, Pleur X, JP, chest tubes)
- Maintain medication room in full compliance with government and facility requirements.
- Contribute to committees in effort to promote standardized practices and procedures across LTC organizations.
- Work with multidisciplinary teams to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Staffing Agency
Tampa, FL
01.1990 - 05.2005
- Home Health Care
- Hospice
- Acute Care
- Skilled Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
Centro Asturiano Hospital
Tampa, FL
02.1989 - 06.1990
- Conduct an individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the patient's immediate condition specified by the hospital's policies, procedures, or protocols.
- Collaborate with physicians and nurses to devise the best treatment plan for the patient.
- Document patient assessment findings, physical/ psychological responses to nursing interventions and progress towards problem resolution.
- Administer medications.
- Float nurse on various acute and sub-acute units such as ICU, mental health and medical-surgical units.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medicenter Healthcare and Rehabilitation
Tampa, FL
02.1986 - 08.1986
- Assist residents with ADL care.
- Provide social and emotional support to improve resident morale.
- Establish a rapport with residents, team members, and families.
- Observe physical and emotional changes, and report resident conditions to the nurse.
Education
BSN - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN04.2022
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL01.2005
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Ervin Vocational Technical Center
Tampa, FL01.1989
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Florida College of Business
Tampa, FL01.1986
High School Diploma -
King High School
Tampa, FL05.1985
Skills
- Policy and program development
- Team leadership
- Risk management
- Critical thinking
- Hospice care
- Electronic medical records (EMR)
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)
- PointClickCare (PCC)
- Infection prevention
- Antibiotic stewardship
- Alzheimer's disease training certification
- Basic life support (BLS)
Accomplishments
- 09/2009, FHCA Nursing Administrator of the Year
- 01/2011, AHCA Annual State Survey Deficiency Free
- 01/2013, CMS Five-Star Facility
- 01/2016, AHCA Governor's Gold Seal Award
- 01/2019, COVID -AHCA COVID-19 Isolation Center
- 01/2022, The Joint Commission Accreditation and Certification
References
- Brian Pollett, NHA, (813) 995-4876, brianpollett@gmail.com
- Anneka Blair, DON, RN, (786) 267-1757, Annekablair5@gmail.com
- Stephanie Harris-Thomas, RM, RN, (813) 679-3267, stephanie.harristhomas@yahoo.com
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Ybor City Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
09.2005 - 05.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor
Ybor City Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
06.1990 - 09.2005
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Staffing Agency
01.1990 - 05.2005
Licensed Practical Nurse
Centro Asturiano Hospital
02.1989 - 06.1990
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medicenter Healthcare and Rehabilitation
02.1986 - 08.1986
BSN - Nursing
Walden University
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Hillsborough Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Ervin Vocational Technical Center
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Florida College of Business
High School Diploma -
King High School
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