Karen Johnson
Hermantown
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
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Hospice Home Health
Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Enhanced patient/family satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans to benefit patient and family in the home.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Intake of referrals including gathering patient's health information, support system, prognosis and submitting to physician for admission to hospice.
- Organize necessary information, equipment, supplies and medication for a smooth admission in hospice program.
RN, Post Coronary Care Unit
Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center
05.2005 - 08.2022
- Provided expert clinical judgment during rapidly evolving situations, initiating appropriate interventions to maximize patient outcomes.
- Served as a trusted resource for colleagues seeking guidance on complex clinical situations, offering evidence-based recommendations and expertise gained from years of experience in critical care nursing.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Charge nurse-supervise other RN's, LPN's, nurse aides and telemetry techs.
- Member of the Unit Base Practice Committee and Diabetic Resource Committee.
LPN
Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center
08.1979 - 05.2005
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Assess patients under the direction of RN and report any clinical changes.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Lake Superior College
Duluth, MN05.2005
Practical Nurse Program - LPN
Muskegon Community College
Muskegon, MI12.1978
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and Empathy
- Team Coordination
- Patient Evaluation
Additional Information
MN RN Licensure expires 4/2026
WI RN Licensure expires 2/2026
BLS expires 4/2025
Timeline
RN Hospice Home Health
Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center
08.2022 - 01.2024
RN, Post Coronary Care Unit
Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center
05.2005 - 08.2022
LPN
Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center
08.1979 - 05.2005
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Lake Superior College
Practical Nurse Program - LPN
Muskegon Community College
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