Joshua Johnson
Westfield,NC
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.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Atrium Healthcare
05.2023 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Provided each chronic and acute renal patient with compassionate and dedicated plan of care for treatment.
- Assisted with quality improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for enhancing patient care and team efficiency.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients during challenging times, fostering trust and strong patient relationships.
- Enhanced patient care by providing high-quality acute dialysis treatment and monitoring vital signs closely.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Atrium Healthcare
04.2007 - Current
- Minimized complications related to vascular access sites by performing proper cannulation techniques using both needles and catheters according to established protocols.
- Reduced the risk of infections by adhering to strict infection control protocols during all procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent teamwork skills while assisting other technicians during busy shifts for optimal patient care delivery.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Surry Community College
Dobson, NC05.2023
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Care Planning
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Atrium Healthcare
05.2023 - Current
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
Atrium Healthcare
04.2007 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Surry Community College
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