Heidi Murphy
Summary
Organized Licensed Practical Nurse with experience providing skilled care to diverse patient populations. Compassionate professional with great engagement skills. Prioritize tasks and maintains accurate documentation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
The Inn At Walnut Trail
10.2023 - Current
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
LPN Charge Nurse
Country View Of Sunbury
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
LPN Unit Manager
Country View Of Sunbury
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills in managing both day-to-day operations as well as responding effectively during emergency situations within the unit.
- Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing individualized nursing plans.
- Promoted a culture of accountability among staff through clear expectations and open communication channels for feedback exchange.
- Improved staff efficiency by conducting ongoing training sessions and performance evaluations.
- Assisted in the development and review of policies, guidelines and standard operating procedures for LPN unit ensuring adherence to best practices and regulatory standards.
- Mentored new LPN hires, fostering a supportive work environment conducive to growth and development.
- Contributed to positive patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and other clinical indicators.
- Streamlined communication between staff and family members to provide consistent updates on patient progress.
- Developed rapport with patients and their families providing emotional support during difficult times thereby creating an atmosphere conducive for healing.
- Managed LPN unit operations, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Reviewed department performance and adjusted coverage to compensate for changing conditions.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
LPN Office Nurse
Grace Brethren Village
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
- Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
- Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies within the office, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing waste through effective organization strategies.
- Implemented infection control measures throughout the office environment to maintain a safe atmosphere for both staff members and patients alike.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
LPN Charge Nurse
Stonespring Of Vandalia
05.2016 - 02.2021
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
- Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
LPN Charge Nurse
Brethren Retirement Community
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
- Documented patient care plans and progress to enable tracking history and maintain updated records.
- Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.
Assembly Line Worker
Saia Burgess
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Met daily production quotas by working effectively within a fast-paced assembly line environment.
- Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and ensure seamless workflow on the assembly line.
- Stocked and replenished parts used on assembly line to maintain consistent supply and inventory.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere, fostering strong relationships with colleagues while maintaining professionalism and focus on tasks at hand.
- Performed visual and functional inspection of components to determine quality and identify defects.
- Followed protocols to enhance protection and maintain safe work environment.
- Reduced product defects by maintaining a clean work environment and adhering to strict quality control standards.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Helped reduce waste by recycling materials when appropriate and disposing of scrap components responsibly.
- Contributed to improved workplace safety by consistently following proper operating procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment.
- Increased production efficiency by streamlining assembly processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Consistently upheld company values and policies throughout daily operations, fostering an environment of integrity, respect, and accountability within the workplace.
- Troubleshot assembly line to repair malfunctions and avoid disruptions.
- Maintained open lines of communication with supervisors, providing progress updates regularly while also addressing any concerns surrounding potential roadblocks or challenges faced during the project lifecycle.
- Monitored production to determine adherence to schedule and minimize delays.
- Aided cross-functional teams in achieving shared goals through active participation in collaborative initiatives.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
LPN Charge Nurse
Rest Haven Nursing Home
09.2016 - 10.2017
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
- Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Documented patient care plans and progress to enable tracking history and maintain updated records.
- Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
- Participated in development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to raise healthcare standards.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Upper Valley Medical School of Practical Nursing
Troy, OH11.2008
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Nursing Documentation
- Geriatric Care
- End of life care
- Relationship Building
- Care Plans
- Organization
- Task Prioritization
- Shift Management
- EMR Systems
- Wound Care
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
The Inn At Walnut Trail
10.2023 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Country View Of Sunbury
08.2022 - 09.2023
LPN Unit Manager
Country View Of Sunbury
04.2022 - 08.2022
LPN Office Nurse
Grace Brethren Village
02.2021 - 12.2021
LPN Charge Nurse
Brethren Retirement Community
01.2018 - 02.2020
Assembly Line Worker
Saia Burgess
01.2017 - 03.2018
LPN Charge Nurse
Rest Haven Nursing Home
09.2016 - 10.2017
LPN Charge Nurse
Stonespring Of Vandalia
05.2016 - 02.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Upper Valley Medical School of Practical Nursing
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