Emily Johnson
Leland,NC
Summary
Dedicated and highly motivated health care provider, detail-oriented, and conscientious self-starter, able to strategize and prioritize effectively to provide quality patient care and remain calm under pressure. Seasoned professional in direct, specific, and multidisciplinary patient care, as well as EMR charting, medication administration, and patient monitoring; highly organized and efficient in fast-paced, multi-tasking environments. Team player with a strong work ethic and positive attitude; proven capable of collaboration with medical team, family members, and coworkers, to provide outstanding, compassionate, and quality patient care
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse and Nursery Nurse
Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center
2019.07 - Current
- Professionally and respectfully educated, and provided high and direct quality care for immediate postpartum mothers and newborns on a 35-bed, couplet-centered unit accredited with Baby-friendly Hospital Initiative
- Prioritized and delegated nursing tasks to ensure safety, efficiency, and superb health promotion and maintenance, while enhancing patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Analyzed and interpreted continuous patient assessments and data on up to 8 patients to better advocate for their wants, needs, and well-being.
- Effectively and professionally communicated and collaborated with patients, families, and health care professionals to assure all health needs were addressed and met.
- Provided thorough support, assistance, and education to new mothers concerning breastfeeding, caring for the newborn, pain management, and health maintenance.
- Frequently floated to other units within the Women's and Children's Hospital, including Women's Unit, NICU, Pediatrics, and Antepartum, to provide effective nursing care to patients with varying acuities and needs.
- Provided exceptional care for unstable newborns by prioritizing, analyzing, and addressing their acute needs in the Newborn Observation Unit.
- Precepted, mentored, and oriented over 20 new hires, new nursing staff, students, and float nurses, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Led over 10 initiatives for continuous improvement in quality measures, resulting in better patient outcomes through my role as Chair of Unit Based Practice Counsel and by regularly attending staff meetings.
Registered Nurse
North Carolina General Assembly
2020.07 - Current
- Provided direct patient care at the facility to ensure safety of Senators, Legislators, Representatives, staff members, and visitors.
- Ensured the health and safety of all persons in the facility by preventing the spread of infection, demonstrating proper hygiene practices, and promoting a culture of safety by identifying potential hazards, preventing further declines in conditions, and providing health education.
- Prioritized, addressed, and advocated for those with miscellaneous health concerns in need of nursing services, using nursing judgement to determine the best course of action for all patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, North Carolina05.2021
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, North Carolina05.2019
Skills
Critical and Healthy Newborn/Postpartum care
Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)
Professional Bedside Manner
Breastfeeding Education, Consultation, and Support
Newborn Screening, Monitoring, and Assessments
Emotional Awareness and Support
Medication and Vaccine Administration
Postpartum Care, Assessment, and Education
Procedure Assistance and Post-Procedure Care/Education
Vital Signs Monitoring, Interpretation, and Charting
Nursing Staff/Unit Leadership and Team Building
Precepting, Orienting, and Training
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- Certified Breastfeeding Specialist
- BLS certified through the American Heart Association
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certified
- Newborn Screening Specimen Collection and Form Training
- Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity Alumna
Volunteer Experience
- Elderhaus Adult Daycare Center, Wilmington, NC, 08/2017, 08/2018
- Springmoor Life Care Retirement Community, Raleigh, NC, 12/2017
- Unit Based Practice Counsel Co-Chair Mother/Baby Unit, NHNHRMC, Wilmington, NC, 07/2022, 07/2023
- Unit Based Practice Counsel Chair Mother/Baby Unit, NHNHRMC, Wilmington, NC, 07/2023, Present
Timeline
Registered Nurse
North Carolina General Assembly
2020.07 - Current
Staff Nurse and Nursery Nurse
Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center
2019.07 - Current
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Cape Fear Community College
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- Certified Breastfeeding Specialist
- BLS certified through the American Heart Association
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certified
- Newborn Screening Specimen Collection and Form Training
- Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity Alumna
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