Jaime Murphy
Taylors,SC
Summary
Passionate Nurse Manager brings talents in patient education, employee management and leadership development. Develops departmental budgets and maintains inventories of medical equipment, supplies and medicines. Productive mentor and natural leader focused on fostering positive and collaborative organizational culture. Well-versed in evaluating staff performance, conducting education programs and developing departmental budgets. Strong communicator and tactical planner with top skills in problem-solving and conflict management.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Manager, Perioperative Services
Prisma Health Upstate Patewood Outpatient Surgery
Greenville, SC
12.2022 - Current
- Assisted with budgeting process by forecasting staffing needs and supplies.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, support services personnel.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- Implemented strategies that improved operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, sick leave requests, vacation time.
- Provided guidance to staff on patient care, clinical practice, and professional development.
- Investigated incidents or complaints from patients or their families.
- Evaluated performance of individual nurses against established standards.
- Participated in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, orientation of new employees.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss concerns or issues related to nursing practices.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in an efficient manner.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with staff members.
- Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
Assistant Nurse Manager, Perioperative Services
Prisma Health Upstate Patewood Outpatient Surgery
Greenville, SC
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted with budgeting process by forecasting staffing needs and supplies.
- Implemented strategies that improved operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, sick leave requests, vacation time.
- Provided guidance to staff on patient care, clinical practice, and professional development.
- Investigated incidents or complaints from patients or their families.
- Evaluated performance of individual nurses against established standards.
- Participated in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, orientation of new employees.
- Managed the scheduling of personnel assignments based on patient acuity levels.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in an efficient manner.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with staff members.
Assistant Nurse Manager/Charge Nurse/Nurse Preceptor
Prisma Health Upstate Greer ED
Greer, SC
07.2016 - 05.2021
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, support services personnel.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- Implemented strategies that improved operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, sick leave requests, vacation time.
- Provided guidance to staff on patient care, clinical practice, and professional development.
- Participated in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, orientation of new employees.
- Managed the scheduling of personnel assignments based on patient acuity levels.
- Reviewed patient charts for accuracy and completeness of documentation.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with staff members.
- Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Prisma Health Upstate Patewood Outpatient Surgery
Greenville, SC
11.2014 - 01.2017
- Assisted in the preparation of operating room and patient for surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to operating room processes.
- Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
- Verified correct identification of patient before beginning any procedure.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies required for daily surgeries.
- Ensured proper functioning of all medical equipment used in the OR.
- Provided emotional support to patients undergoing surgery or invasive procedures.
- Provided assistance with transfer and positioning of patients onto OR table safely.
- Observed infection control policies when handling specimens or disposing sharps objects.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations within the operating suite environment.
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Observed body language, movement, and demeanor to anticipate surgeon's needs and maintain procedure sterility during operation.
- Documented all operative procedures and patient interactions in electronic medical records with attention to detail.
- Provided mentorship to new nursing staff and students to foster a collaborative and educational working environment.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical technologists to facilitate efficient surgical procedures.
- Transferred patients from operating room to recovery room on stretchers and in wheelchairs.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting up surgical instruments and equipment prior to procedures.
- Assisted surgical team in donning sterile gowns, gloves, and masks to maintain a sterile environment.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Prisma Health Upstate Greenville Memorial Hospital
Greenville, SC
03.2013 - 11.2014
- Responded quickly to life threatening situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory failure.
- Performed routine circulating duties including scrubbing, suctioning, sponging, suturing.
- Assisted surgeons with instruments and other supplies during operations.
- Assisted in the preparation of operating room and patient for surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
- Verified correct identification of patient before beginning any procedure.
- Ensured proper functioning of all medical equipment used in the OR.
- Provided assistance with transfer and positioning of patients onto OR table safely.
- Observed infection control policies when handling specimens or disposing sharps objects.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
WellSpan York Hospital
York, PA
06.2012 - 03.2013
- Developed effective relationships with patients based on trust and respect while promoting a positive attitude toward childbirth experience.
- Assisted in the delivery of newborns, including cesarean sections and forceps deliveries.
- Provided emotional support to both mother and family members throughout the birthing process.
- Performed assessments of labor progress, communicating with physicians when necessary regarding patient condition.
- Monitored fetal heart rate patterns during labor, intervening as needed to ensure the health and safety of mother and baby.
- Supervised nursing staff within the Labor and Delivery unit ensuring quality standards are met.
- Assessed newborns at birth for any abnormalities or medical issues requiring further attention.
- Instructed new parents in proper infant care techniques, including bathing, feeding, swaddling and soothing methods.
- Administered medications to patients as prescribed by a physician.
- Initiated resuscitation measures when necessary due to complications during birth process or preterm delivery.
- Ensured that all equipment used in labor is functioning properly before use.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as maternal hemorrhage or fetal distress.
- Trained and mentored staff members in obstetrics nursing and care.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families throughout the childbirth process.
- Managed emergency situations, such as pre-eclampsia, eclampsia, and postpartum hemorrhage.
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs, identifying any abnormalities.
- Administered IV fluids and medications to manage labor pain and support labor progression.
Labor and Delivery Charge Nurse/Nurse Preceptor
MedStar Franklin Square Hospital Center
Baltimore, MD
04.2004 - 06.2012
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assisted physicians during deliveries, including vaginal and cesarean sections.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records and charts.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences during labor and delivery.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
- Instructed and supervised nursing students and new hires in labor and delivery procedures.
- Conducted initial assessments of laboring patients, determining stage and progression of labor.
- Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status and needs of mother and newborn.
- Oversaw labor by coaching women, assisting with complications and administering medications during birth.
- Assisted physicians in delivery of babies and supported and encouraged mothers during childbirth.
- Monitored fetal heartbeat and length and strength of contractions to guide labor.
- Administered IV fluids and medications to manage labor pain and support labor progression.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing -
Western Governors University
12.2016
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Harford Community College
12.2003
Skills
- Utilization Management
- Staff Leadership
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Medical Administration
- Case Review
- Hiring and Terminations
- Clinical Supervision
- Budget Management
- Staff Coaching and Mentoring
- Task Delegation
- Corrective Action Implementation
- Nursing assignments
- Electronic charting skills
- Multitasking and Organization
- Deadline Management
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Quality Improvement
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- SC RN License #219901
Timeline
Nurse Manager, Perioperative Services
Prisma Health Upstate Patewood Outpatient Surgery
12.2022 - Current
Assistant Nurse Manager, Perioperative Services
Prisma Health Upstate Patewood Outpatient Surgery
05.2021 - 12.2022
Assistant Nurse Manager/Charge Nurse/Nurse Preceptor
Prisma Health Upstate Greer ED
07.2016 - 05.2021
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Prisma Health Upstate Patewood Outpatient Surgery
11.2014 - 01.2017
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Prisma Health Upstate Greenville Memorial Hospital
03.2013 - 11.2014
Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
WellSpan York Hospital
06.2012 - 03.2013
Labor and Delivery Charge Nurse/Nurse Preceptor
MedStar Franklin Square Hospital Center
04.2004 - 06.2012
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing -
Western Governors University
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Harford Community College
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- SC RN License #219901
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