Registered Nurse
Justin Johnson
Arden Hospice
Biloxi,Ms
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience
Compassionate hospice nurse with expertise in end-of-life care, symptom control, and emotional support. Committed to enhancing patient comfort and dignity through effective communication and teamwork.
Work History
Hospice Nurse
8 Months- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Assisted in developing care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
- Provided support in daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity for patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during end-of-life transitions.
- Managed pain effectively by closely monitoring symptoms and adjusting medications accordingly.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.
- Coordinated with physicians to adjust medications as needed for optimal palliative care outcomes.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Promoted a peaceful and supportive environment for patients and their families during the end-of-life transition.
- Advocated for patients'' wishes regarding medical treatment options, respecting cultural beliefs and values throughout the decision-making process.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
Hospice Nurse
5 Months- Administered medications and treatments according to care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to address patient needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions.
- Educated patients and families on care processes and resources.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from acute hospital settings to home-based hospice care environments, promoting continuity of care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop personalized care plans, fostering improved quality of life for patients.
- Implemented bereavement support programs that significantly helped families cope with loss.
- Collaborated with volunteers to enhance level of support and companionship provided to patients.
- Administered medications efficiently, ensuring symptom management and patient comfort.
Clinical Nurse
1 Year 8 Months- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans to meet diverse patient needs effectively.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, facilitating timely interventions.
- Educated patients on disease management and wellness strategies, promoting health literacy.
- Trained new nursing staff on clinic procedures and best practices, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting care plans based on feedback and clinical assessments.
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in a patient''s condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient records, contributing to improved quality assurance measures.
- Streamlined patient intake processes, reducing wait times and improving satisfaction.
- Trained new nursing staff on clinic procedures and best practices.
- Implemented infection control measures to enhance patient safety standards.
- Assisted in patient education regarding treatment plans and self-care techniques.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists or external healthcare providers when necessary for specialized care.
- Monitored vital signs regularly to track patient progress and respond promptly to any changes or abnormalities.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication for better understanding of their concerns.
- Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, providing expert clinical support as needed.
- Administered medications accurately, adhering to strict protocols and safety guidelines.
- Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
- Reduced patient wait times through effective triage and prioritization of tasks.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with colleagues and supporting team goals.
Hospice Aide
4 Years 3 Months- Provided compassionate personal care, including bathing, grooming, and mobility assistance for patients.
- Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity for hospice patients.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to maintain health standards.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to coordinate patient care plans and improve service delivery.
- Educated families on caregiving techniques and emotional support strategies for terminally ill relatives.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities, enhancing communication among healthcare teams.
- Mentored junior aides in best practices for patient interaction and safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency of daily care routines within the hospice unit.
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families based on trust, empathy, active listening skills, and open communication.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, individualized care and addressing specific needs.
- Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
Education
Associate of Science - ADN
LPN - Nursing
Skills
Advanced care planning
Compassionate care
Symptom control
Clinical assessment
Emotional support
End-of-life care
Medication administration
Care planning
Bereavement counseling
Interpersonal and written communication
Patient evaluation
Palliative care
Emergency response
Psychosocial assessment
Patient needs assessment
Family education
Patient care plans
Pain control
Physician communication
Hospice care
EMR updating
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Admissions support
Evidence-based care
Oxygen therapy
Teamwork
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Compassionate and caring
Reliability
Critical thinking
Excellent communication
Strong clinical judgment
Direct patient care
Certification
- Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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