Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Lisa Johnson

Mesa

Summary

Registered Nurse with a broad experience base, excelling in assessment and triage. Skilled in electronic charting and critical thinking. Consistently enhancing patient outcomes through collaborative teamwork and quality improvement initiatives. Increased team performance by training new RNs and providing compassionate patient care.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Universal Health Services
09.2025 - Current

Referral Management


Review and evaluate psychiatric referrals for placement at facilities managed by Universal Health Services.


Advocated for and strived to protect health and rights of patients.


Developed strong working relationships with mental health community partners, facilitating seamless transitions of care.


Contributed to improved team morale by demonstrating a positive attitude.


Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPPA laws and p;revent information breaches.



Registered Nurse

Copper Springs East
01.2022 - 08.2025
  • Maintained safety for all patients by strictly adhering to infection control policies.
  • Provided emotional support to families during challenging situations.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations rapidly and accurately.
  • Demonstrated capability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
  • Performed triage assessments for walk-in patients in clinic settings.
  • Evaluated intervention effectiveness through continuous assessment of patient responses.

Registered Nurse

St. Luke's Behavioral Health Hospital
12.2015 - 12.2021
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

Registered Nurse

Banner Desert Medical Center
09.1986 - 08.2015
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Knowledgeable in Cerner charting systems.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Maricopa Community Colleges, Scottsdale Community College
Scottsdale, AZ
05-1987

Skills

  • Patient and triage assessment
  • Electronic charting
  • Effective communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Emotional support

Certification

  • Previously Certified Child Passenger Safety Instructor. As such, I educated others in the safe and correct installation of child passenger seats.

Accomplishments

Recipient of the 2024 Mercy Award given by Lifepoint Health in recognition of service to our clientele and collaboration with team members.



References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Universal Health Services
09.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse

Copper Springs East
01.2022 - 08.2025

Registered Nurse

St. Luke's Behavioral Health Hospital
12.2015 - 12.2021

Registered Nurse

Banner Desert Medical Center
09.1986 - 08.2015

Associate of Science - Nursing

Maricopa Community Colleges, Scottsdale Community College
Lisa Johnson