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Shannel Johnson

Professional Nurse

Summary

Patient-oriented Nurse with 3 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. 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. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Registered Professional Nurse

Department Of Health
01.2021 - Current
  • Mentored new nurses, sharing clinical expertise and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and efficient resource utilization.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, ensuring smooth workflows and positive patient experiences.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Promoted infection control practices by maintaining strict adherence to sanitation standards and protocols throughout the unit.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices in daily nursing activities, promoting best patient outcomes.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly to detect abnormalities early on while making required adjustments in treatment plans accordingly.
  • Administered medications safely in accordance with physician orders and clinical guidelines, preventing adverse drug events.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Handled emergency situations calmly while implementing appropriate interventions, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.

Education

Diploma in Nursing - Health

Henrietta Stockdale Nursing College, Kimberley South Africa
04.2016 - 12.2020

Skills

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Timeline

Registered Professional Nurse - Department Of Health
01.2021 - Current
Henrietta Stockdale Nursing College - Diploma in Nursing, Health
04.2016 - 12.2020
Shannel JohnsonProfessional Nurse