Caroline Murphy
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Dedicated RN with a proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes at Brookwood Medical Center, leveraging strong clinical judgment and compassion. Expert in medication administration and patient education, significantly reducing medication errors. Mentored new staff, fostering a cohesive team environment. Achieved notable improvements in patient care through critical thinking and effective communication.
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
UAB
11.2006 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Managed care for critically ill infants on conventional, and high frequency ventilators.
- Administered and managed multiple forms of continuous sedation drips as well as titrating dopamine, vasopressin, and other pressors per ordered parameters.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
- Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Managed complex wound care cases using advanced skills in assessment, dressing application, and infection control measures.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a more cohesive and efficient team environment.
Staff RN Emergency Room
Brookwood Medical Center
03.2006 - 11.2006
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
Staff RN, NICU
Brookwood Medical Center
03.1996 - 03.2006
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
- Maintained clinical competency through ongoing professional development activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences, and certifications related to nursing practice.
- Advocated for the needs of patients within the healthcare system while maintaining confidentiality and respecting patients'' rights.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and close collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by building trust-based relationships and practicing active listening techniques.
- Coordinated discharge planning in collaboration with case managers, social workers, and other support staff for optimal continuity of care after hospitalization.
Staff RN Nursery Nurse
East Alabama Medical Center
06.1995 - 12.1995
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Auburn University
Auburn, AL06.1995
Skills
Clinical judgment
Compassion and Empathy
Discharge Planning
Medication and IV administration
Direct Patient Care
Patient Assessments
Team Coordination
Patient education and counseling
Medication Administration
Strong Clinical Judgment
Patient Monitoring
Precepting
Infection control measures
Professional Bedside Manner
High level of autonomy
Complex Problem-Solving
HIPAA Education
Patient and family advocacy
Intravenous therapy
Acute care expertise
Feeding pumps understanding
Hospice Care
Tracheostomy Care
Critical Care
Emergency Procedures
Performing EKGs
Medical evaluation
Lab result interpretation
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Palliative care awareness
Maintaining privacy
Procedure preparations
Certification
- [State] Driver's License
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- NRP certified
Timeline
RN
UAB
11.2006 - Current
Staff RN Emergency Room
Brookwood Medical Center
03.2006 - 11.2006
Staff RN, NICU
Brookwood Medical Center
03.1996 - 03.2006
Staff RN Nursery Nurse
East Alabama Medical Center
06.1995 - 12.1995
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Auburn University
- [State] Driver's License
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- NRP certified
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