SAMANTHA JOHNSON
***-** ***** ****, *********** GARDENS, N.Y 11413
516-***-**** *******@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a LPN position in a facility where quality patient care is a priority and educational opportunities for nursing staff is promoted and encouraged.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Utilize knowledge of methods and techniques specific to nursing
Excellent communication, interpersonal, planning, and organizational skills
Knowledge of crisis management procedures
Ability to exercise excellent judgment in decision-making
EDUCATION
Vocational Education and Extension Board Uniondale, NY
School of Practical Nursing
Diploma of Completion of Licensed Practical Nursing Course, August 2009
Licensed Practical Nurse, November 2010
John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY Graduated Bachelor of Arts Degree, August 2005
Major: Forensic Psychology
EMPLOYMENT
United Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County, Inc. (UCPN) Roosevelt, NY
Residential Manager 2008-2010
Supervised, deployed and evaluated staff members assigned to the facility
Trained staff members to effectively meet the resident’s needs
Handled communication with the residents’ parents, relatives and/or guardians
Oversee the day-to-day management of the program including implementing new policies
Life’s WORC, Inc. Garden City, NY
Support Counselor 2000-2008
Controlled and administrated medications to residents
Provided skilled patient care and assist with the formulation of nursing care
Helped individual to better interact with their community
Queens Parent Resource Center Jamaica, NY
Medicaid Service Coordinator 2005-2006
An advocate on behalf of the individual and coordinated services as needed
Developed individualized service plans, annual and semi-annual reviews
Attended medical evaluation (Psychological & Psychosocial)
Attended monthly visits to individuals home, school and day program