Guerda Johnson, FNP, MSN 903-***-**** adi2e3@r.postjobfree.com

Experienced Family Nurse Practitioner

Patient Care Quality Operational Excellence Process Improvement

Forward-focused Nursing Professional with expertise in providing exceptional patient care.

Family Nurse Practitioner with 12+ years of experience and a background in supporting patients within a variety of medical environments. Expert level knowledge in patient assessment, treatment plan development, medication usage, and discharge planning. Excel in identifying areas for operational improvement and devising appropriate solutions. Demonstrated success in improving patient satisfaction, training internal teams, and improving care quality within the facility.

Areas of Excellence

Performing Patient Exams • Obtaining Medical History • Team Training & Coaching • Strategic Planning

Community Involvement • Reviewing Diagnostic Results • Customer Service & Communication • Regulatory Compliance

Operational Process Improvement • Prescribing Appropriate Medication • PEARL 32, EPIC, MicroMD, Meditech • BLS

Snapshot of Career Highlights

Exceptional Educational Background including a Master of Science in Nursing and several certifications along with a passion for continuous learning

Subject Matter Expert regarding patient assessment and exams, appropriate medication usage, “urgent-care” facility procedures, and patient relationship management

Education & Certifications

Master of Science, Nursing, Chamberlain University, Addison, IL

Bachelor of Science, Nursing, The University of Texas at Tyler, Tyler, TX

Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (FNP), American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

Family Nurse Practitioner & Registered Nurse License, State of Texas

Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN), Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Board

Current DEA License

Professional Experience

Relode Health, Brentwood, TN 2019-Present

Family Nurse Practitioner

As a locum Tenens, I provide complete medical care including; urgent, primary, chronic care and perform annual physical exams for UTMB at Texas Department of Criminal Justice in Palestine, Texas

Diagnose and manage emergent, urgent, acute, chronic and episodic illnesses in a correctional facility

Order and interpret diagnostic testing

Order and manage Intravenous infusions

Manage dermatological conditions including skin and wound infections

Manage infectious diseases

Refer to specialists and do direct hospital admissions

Perform various in clinic procedures such as release of subungual hematoma, in-grown and complete toenail removal, splinter removal, abscess draining/incising, wound care, joint fluid aspiration, suturing and removal of foreign bodies

CareFirst Medical Centers, Tyler, TX 2016-2019

Family Nurse Practitioner

Strategic nursing and patient care leader within a fast-paced environment focused on providing medical care to individuals with chronic pain conditions. Well-versed in several conditions including Fibromyalgia, Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, headaches, Osteoporosis.

Complete detailed patient exams and develop treatment plans, prescribe appropriate medication, and coach patients on both medication usage and discharge instructions

Perform several medical procedures such as trigger point injections and occipital nerve blocks along with ordering diagnostic imaging and/or testing

Instrumental in supporting patients physical and emotional/mental health needs with experience in working with patients suffering from PTSD, anxiety, depression, and various mood disorders

Work closely with multi-disciplinary medical teams, provide training to new nursing team members, and encourage a holistic approach to care, with a focus on improving the patient’s quality of life

CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System, Tyler, TX 2015-2016

Staff Registered Nurse (PRN)

Hired as a member of the Nurse Resource Pool which included working in under-staffed departments and rotating across various departments as needed. Worked in all areas including, telemetry, vascular, oncology, orthopedic, observation, and medical-surgical which required knowledge of a variety of medical issues and experience with all patient demographics.

Recognized as a diverse professional who was able to adapt to different departmental structures and cultures while maintaining high levels of patient care

Utilized exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities to maintain positive rapport with patients, nursing teams, and members of hospital administration

Tyler Independent School District, Tyler, TX 2009-2015

Registered Nurse

Provided medical care and support to students within a middle school setting in addition to completing diagnostic screening and assessments on behalf of the district. Assessed either sick or injured children and determined appropriate medical interventions, contacted their parents/guardians, and contacted emergency medical services when needed.

Conducted hearing, vision, and Scoliosis screenings, reviewed annual immunization records, and served as a member of the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committee that was tasked with determining student’s eligibility for healthcare provisions

Attended a training course regarding the management of an emergency incident with mass casualties, worked closely with school administration, and assisted in the development of campus-wide health education curriculum

UT Health Northeast, Tyler, TX 2009-2015

Staff Registered Nurse (PRN)

Joined the organization as a PRN Staff Registered Nurse with assignments on various floors including medical-surgical, pediatric, and telemetry. Assessed patient’s and determined appropriate treatment plans, identified co-morbidities, and coached patients on treatment plans.

Monitored patients for changes in medical status and updated care plans, assisted Physicians with complex procedures, and reviewed diagnostic testing results

Professional Memberships

Member, American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)

Member, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing

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