Monica Johnson
Minden
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with 25 years in emergency and critical care. Skilled in fast-paced environments, prioritizing patient needs and delivering high-quality care. As a Cardiac Rehab nurse developed even stronger communication abilities providing patient's and their family members education on their cardiac recovery.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Cardiac Rehabilitation
Kearney County Health Services
Minden
05.2020 - Current
- Developed individualized therapeutic plans of care tailored to meet each patient's needs.
- Educated patients about their diagnosis, treatment plans, and potential complications associated with their condition.
- Instructed patients and family members on cardiac medications, nutrition, lifestyle modifications, and activity levels.
- Assessed patient's vital signs, monitored EKG changes, and reported any abnormalities to physician.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital
Kearney
05.2007 - 05.2020
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions, and enhance continuum of care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Educated families about their loved ones' conditions and provided emotional support.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Salina Regional Hospital
Salina
03.2006 - 03.2007
- Same skills as listed above.
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital
Kearney
06.2005 - 12.2005
- Provided patient care during invasive diagnostic and therapeutic cardiovascular procedures.
- Assisted in the preparation of patients for cardiac catheterization procedures by reviewing medical history, administering medications and performing physical assessments.
- Instructed patients on post-procedure care instructions, ensuring that they understand the risks associated with their condition.
Cardiac Surgery ICU Registered Nurse
Mayo Hospital- Saint Mary's Hospital
Rochester
03.2000 - 04.2005
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to post-surgical and critically ill patients in a Cardiac ICU setting.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on patient needs.
- Administered medications, intravenous therapies, and other medical interventions according to physician orders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Creighton University
Omaha, NE12-1999
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Midland University
Fremont, NE05-1996
Skills
- Nebraska Board of Nursing License #57138
- ACLS
- PALS
- TNCC
- BLS
- BLS Instructor
Timeline
Director of Cardiac Rehabilitation
Kearney County Health Services
05.2020 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital
05.2007 - 05.2020
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Salina Regional Hospital
03.2006 - 03.2007
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital
06.2005 - 12.2005
Cardiac Surgery ICU Registered Nurse
Mayo Hospital- Saint Mary's Hospital
03.2000 - 04.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Creighton University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Midland University
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